Deadline: 14-Aug-20
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) is currently seeking applications for the Highlands Community Fund (HCF).
Requests that exhibit the greatest community benefit will be given the highest consideration:
- If an organization other than the applicant will benefit from the grant, then the applicant should include a letter of endorsement from that organization.
- Projects should be completed within one year of receipt of grant funds.
Funding Information
- The Highlands Community Fund generally provides grants between $2,500-$5,000 for charitable purposes. At its discretion, the HCF Advisory Board may also consider grant requests for greater or lesser amounts.
The Foundation does not Fund
Grants generally do not support: scholarships, annual giving campaigns, endowment funds, debt repayment, sectarian religious purposes, partisan political purposes, festivals or one-time events such as exhibits, performances or fundraisers, private primary and secondary schools (except for projects or programs that are not directed toward the school’s students or staff and that directly address community needs) and private clubs, or activities taking place or expenses incurred before grant decisions are made.
Eligibility Criteria
- Grants are made to qualified 501(c)(3), governmental, educational, and religious organizations serving Highlands.
- An eligible organization may only submit one application per year.
Review Process
- Applications are screened for completeness, clarity, and compliance with eligibility requirements. Grant proposals are evaluated by the Fund’s Advisory Board, with consideration of the Fund’s priorities, availability of funds for the stated purposes, applicants’ capabilities, and potential benefits to the community. Funding decisions will be completed, grant awards announced, and funds distributed by the end of September. The use of grant funds may begin on or after October 1.
Reporting Requirements
- An online end-of-grant report verifying the use of grant funds and results will be required. Instructions will be included in the grant award letter. Additional reports or site visits may also be required.
For more information, visit https://cfwnc.org/grants/highlands-community-fund