Deadline: 16-Aug-21
The Community Foundation of Morgan County (CFMC) is inviting applications for the 2021 Impact Grants to provide funding for innovative projects and initiatives that bring transformative solutions to the community’s most pressing needs.
CFMC aims to enhance the quality of life for current and future Morgan County residents. Through competitive impact grants, they strive to partner with strong community organizations and help leverage resources to create lasting impact. The foundation aims to support creative approaches to community needs by providing grants which will benefit a wide range of people.
Priority Areas
The following will be priority funding areas:
- K-12 Mental Health
- K-12 Workforce Development
- Quality of Life to improve the following:
- Neighborhood Environment
- Economic Stability
- Education
- Healthcare and Food
- Community Involvement
Eligibility Criteria
- Non-profit organizations impacting Morgan County: They do approve grant applications from organizations whose headquarters are located outside the county if a significant number of persons who will be served reside in Morgan County. Only 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations and organizations that are exempt from filing for a 501(c)(3) status (units of government, school corporations, and religious organizations) are eligible. Organizations may submit multiple applications for different programs and may apply for different types of grants.
- Organizations that provide programming to prevent social economic concerns of Morgan County.
Tips for Strong Applications
- Partner with another agency or organization to leverage resources and areas of expertise
- Look for less conventional ways to address issues or seek opportunities
- Revamp a current project or build on programs in other communities that are working
- Engage your stakeholders in the process of exploring new directions and opportunities; involve people with a variety of perspectives that might lead to novel ideas or solutions
- Share evidence that show your current impact
- Determine the administrative costs associated with adequately monitoring program effectiveness, and include them in your proposal
For more information, visit https://cfmconline.org/donors/grants/
