Eight local organizations are sharing in the grants.
Amy Streator (right) with the Ripley County Community Foundation presents a grant to Tracy Baer with the Southeastern Career Center. Photo provided.
(Ripley County, Ind.) - The mission of the Community Foundation is to assist Ripley County charitable organizations in fulfilling their goals of making Ripley County a vibrant place to live, work, and visit. Our granting opportunities are a vital part of that mission and energy. It is a privilege for the community foundation to be able to be a part of the charitable initiatives taking place throughout Ripley County.
Small grants awarded $3,000 in grants to the following eight organizations serving Ripley County.
Safe Passage, Inc.: $500 for Special Events Equipment
Milan 54, Inc.: $350 for Capital Campaign Materials
Town of Osgood: $500 for Chairs for Town Hall
Tyson Library Association, Inc.: $200 for Electronic Equipment
Town of Milan Park: $500 for Refurbishing Playground Equipment
Southeastern Career Center: $500 for Yearbook expenses
Ripley County Drug Awareness Coalition: $200 for "Speak Out" Program
Hoosier Trails Council - Boy Scouts of America: $250 for Marketing to Girls
Small Project Grants are available throughout the year for amounts up to $500. Applications are now being accepted for the next Small Project Grant Cycle. These are due in our office by 4:00pm on June 1. Grant guidelines and all applications are available online at: rccfonline.org or please call 812-933-1098 or 877-234-5220 with questions or for more information.
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