OCCF Make Grant Cycle I Applications Available

Friday, January 5, 2024 at 9:43 AM

By Ohio County Community Foundation, news release

Local non-profit organizations that benefit Ohio Co. residents may apply.

(Rising Sun, Ind.) - Applications are currently available for the first grant cycle of 2024 Community Grants administered by the Ohio County Community Foundation. Applicants wishing to apply for a Community Grant (Competitive Cycle Grants) must apply using the Foundation’s online application process.

Local non-profit organizations meeting the eligibility criteria and seeking funds for community projects and programs that benefit Ohio County residents may apply. Applicants may request up to $5,000. Grants will not be awarded for projects or programs taking place prior to the grant award date.

To apply, visit the Foundation website at occfrisingsun.com. The application deadline is March 15, 2024 by 3:00pm. Grant award recipients will be notified via email on April 26, 2024. Grant award checks will be distributed in the OCCF office on May 16, 2024 between 10:00am – 3:00pm.

The Ohio County Community Foundation was established in 1998. The mission of the Ohio County Community Foundation is to build, manage and distribute a lasting source of charitable funds for Ohio County. Grants are awarded in the areas of Community Development, Human Services, Education, Health and Cultural Affairs.

The Ohio County Community Foundation is located at 330 Industrial Access Drive, Rising Sun. For information concerning applying for a Community (Competitive) Grant, please contact Tracy Stegemiller, OCCF Program Coordinator at tstegemiller@occfrisingsun.com or call the Foundation office at 812-438-9401.

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