Deadline: 22-Feb-21
Applications are now open for the Bayou Community Foundation Grants Program 2021 to address critical community needs in the categories of human services, education/workforce development, and/or coastal preservation in Lafourche, Terrebonne, and/or Grand Isle.
To be considered, programs must serve one or a combination of these specific communities; grants will not be awarded to support programs serving other communities.
Funding Information
- The average grant amount is estimated to be $10,000; actual individual grants may be higher or lower than this estimated average.
Consideration
Particular consideration will be given to organizations that:
- Partner/collaborate on the grant request or program execution with other organizations having similar missions in their region;
- Serve a significant population in high need or address a high need in the community;
- Rely primarily on local gifts and grants for funding;
- Exhibit strong leadership at the staff and Board level;
- Demonstrate good fiscal management;
- Participate in BCF/GNOF workshops, events, and other nonprofit development opportunities.
Eligible Applicants
- Federally approved tax-exempt nonprofit organizations in good standing serving residents of Lafourche Parish, Terrebonne Parish, and/or Grand Isle are eligible to apply. “Good standing” means that the IRS currently acknowledges the organization as tax exempt and state registration is current.
Evaluation Criteria
Grant requests and subsequent application will be evaluated based on criteria such as:
- Does the program and/or organization meet eligibility requirements and is it aligned with BCF’s grants program description?
- Does the program address a clearly articulated need? Are realistic goals identified? Is the program proposed for the grant well-thought-out and strategic?
- Does the program and/or organization have a track record of success?
- Is the grant request clear and realistic, and is it directly linked to program objectives?
- Would a grant from BCF make a significant positive impact on the program and the need it is addressing?
- Are there other appropriate and/or significant resources for program funding?
For more information, visit https://www.bayoucf.org/grants-process/