Central PA Coummunity Grant Guidelines of Unrestricted Funds
Only 501(c)(3) organizations or organizations that qualify for a deductible contribution using IRS rules.
The charity must be a qualified organization that meets the 50% limit organization rules.
The organization must be located in or serve Blair County.
No grant applications will be accepted after the published deadline.
The Foundation does not make grants to individuals.
To conserve limited resources, an organization can only apply for one grant in a twelve (12) month period.
Please submit one original and eight (8) copies of the grant packet.
An acknowledgement from the organization stating that the donation is a deductible contribution to a 50% limit organization.
Reporting for grants – A letter of how these funds were utilized and/or a site visit may be required.
The organization must meet one of the following criteria:
To promote scientific research for the advancement of knowledge.
To support art, music and culture of all kinds.
To provide scholarships or otherwise assist deserving persons in obtaining an education.
To assist the improvement of living and working conditions for the health and welfare of the community.
To provide facilities for public recreation.
To provide funds to assist in the delivery of medical services.
Grant Instructions
To apply for a grant from the
Community Foundation, please submit the following items:
Grant
Application Cover Sheet
Copy of the current IRS determination letter
indicating 501c3 tax-exemption status or letter from the
organization stating that the organization meets the 50% limit
organization rules.
Most recent audited annual financial statement
Narrative of the project (1 to 5 pages)
Detailed budget for the project
List of the Board of Directors
Letters of support that substantiate the need for the project and collaboration with other organizations (OPTIONAL)
Grants Policy
The grant deadline will be the final business day in April.
Applications will be reviewed by the Grants committee in May so that a recommendation can be given to the
Board of Directors in June for a final decision.
Applicants will be notified within four (4) weeks after the decision has been made by the Board.
