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.

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.