Community foundation announces grant cycles
Community and youth organizations will be happy to hear that annual grant opportunities have been announced by the Community Foundation of Pulaski County. Grant applications will be available next week.
“The board of directors is excited to offer significant grants for community projects and needs,” said Wendy Rose, executive director. Community grants of up to $7,500 may be awarded to organizations for worthwhile, needed programs and projects.
Grant applications will be available through the community foundation website beginning July 31, with a submission deadline of 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11. Nonprofit organizations and groups interested in completing charitable projects to benefit Pulaski County are encouraged to apply. Details and applications are available through the community foundation’s website at www.cfopc.org.
Youth grant applications will also be made available July 31 through the Good Oil/BP Youth Philanthropy Fund, but with an earlier due date of Sept. 1 at 4 p.m. Youth grants will be awarded to improve existing programs or for new youth projects in the schools or community. This year the community foundation will match every dollar raised by the youth groups, up to $350. Interested youth organizations, associations, or civic groups that provide services in Pulaski County may apply. Applications must be submitted online.
“Annual community grant funding comes from the Community Grants Fund. Last year 12 organizations received community grants totaling nearly $37,000. As the Community Grants Fund grows, additional and larger grants can be awarded. Currently, Lilly Endowment’s Phase VI matching initiative offers a $1 match for every $1 given to help build this fund, which will enhance local capacity to address community needs,” said Rose.
Community grant applicants are invited to register for a free workshop to be held on two separate dates and times: Aug. 3 at 1 p.m. and Aug. 10 at 4 p.m. The grant application process will be reviewed along with basic proposal writing tips. First-time applicants and interested individuals should contact the community foundation office to attend.
The community foundation may be reached at 127 E Pearl Street, Winamac; 574-946-0906; or www.cfopc.org.