Community Foundation Grey Bruce invites grant applications by April 15 deadline

The board of Community Foundation Grey Bruce invites non-profit organizations across Grey and Bruce counties to apply now for spring grants for projects and programs.

Projects must benefit local communities in one of the following categories: arts and culture, children's interests, education, poverty reduction, environmental endeavours, health and wellness, or recreation. Applicants are asked to describe how their project addresses one of the indicators of community vitality as outlined in the Foundation’s Vital Signs Report which was recently released.

Programs and project that show support to disadvantaged children may apply for up to $5,000; other projects may apply for up to $3,000.

The on-line grant application will be open until April 15. Organizations may access the application under the Granting tab at www.communityfoundationgreybruce.com. Applicants should contact grant co-ordinator Wendy Bachiu at wendy.bachiu@cfgb.ca or call the Community Foundation office at 519-371-7203, to discuss the eligibility of their project before filling out an application.

Community Foundation Grey Bruce also is calling for Letters of Intent to apply for a capital grant for fall/winter of 2017. Letters will be received by mail or by E-mail until the deadline of June 1. Criteria is posted on the website.

Established in 1994, Community Foundation Grey Bruce builds community vitality now and for future generations by encouraging endowment building and facilitating philanthropic partnerships within Grey and Bruce counties. The foundation provides grants to a wide variety of non-profit organizations that, in turn, provide necessary initiatives and services for the people of this region. Community Foundation Grey Bruce also provides leadership in identifying and convening discussion around community issues.