CFGC Community Grants

From Community Foundation of Greene County

The mission is to provide quick, flexible support to nonprofit organizations in Greene County working with communities heavily impacted by local disasters and emergencies. This support aims to meet basic needs such as food, housing, and healthcare in the aftermath of emergencies, ensuring the well-being of the affected communities.

Type of Support

Overview

The grant program led by the Community Foundation of Greene County (CFGC) aims to enhance the quality of life in Greene County, PA. It supports a broad range of projects and programs across various sectors. These include animal welfare, agriculture, environmental protection, arts, culture, humanities, community and economic development, education and literacy, environment, health, fitness, safety, and human needs. Through Community Grants, made possible by the Field of Interest Funds and discretionary funds such as The Good For Greene Fund and The Francis "Bob" Bradford Fund, CFGC supports qualified nonprofit organizations working towards these goals.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
PA (Greene County)
Organization Type
Nonprofit, charitable organizations recognized as Exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
Tax-exempt nonprofit entities
Governmental bodies
Municipalities
Schools
Religious and faith-based projects for non-sectarian, community projects
Other
  • Benefit Greene County residents
  • Faith-based and religious organizations must serve broad and non-sectarian purposes

Ineligibility

Organizations planning annual campaigns or endowments
Organizations holding fundraising events or activities
Those covering routine operating expenses like salaries, rent, and/or utilities
Political groups or activities
Requests for loans
Individuals or projects benefiting a single individual.
up to 5k

Submission

Review Criteria

The Foundation will prioritize applications that:

  • Induce clear and quantifiable benefits within the Greene County community;
  • Encourage collaboration between current entities;
  • Prevent overlap in program efforts;
  • Enhance the efficiency of current organizations;
  • Employ strategies that are either preventative or remedial in solving major community issues;
  • Are supported by diverse funding streams and are capable of attracting additional financial contributions;
  • And make efficient use of volunteers.

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