2021 POWER OF THE PURSE SPECIAL GRANT GUIDELINES
APPLICATIONS: Applications can be submitted at the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J6PTPPK
Applications are due by 08/09/2021
The Power of the Purse Committee will review all applications properly received and will select one agency/program to be the be the recipient of the proceeds from the “Text 2 Donate” monies from the 2021 Power of the Purse.
All funding decisions are final.
PURPOSE: Crossroads United Way Power of the Purse Committee is making a special grant opportunity available to Noble County nonprofit agencies/programs that specifically serve women and/or children.
ELIGIBILITY: The following are eligible to apply for funding:
• Nonprofit organizations
• Religious organizations
• Public entities (schools, hospitals, government, etc.)
• Neighborhood associations*
• New and emerging organizations*
*fiscal agent may be required
The following are NOT eligible for funding:
• Applications for political purposes, religious purposes, or programs requiring religious participation
• Applications for capital campaign, major building projects, fundraising expenses or debt reduction
• Applications for funds to directly benefit an individual or family
• Projects that were completed prior to the grant application
• Organizations that are controversial or may cause a negative impact on the Crossroads United Way, as determined by the Crossroads United Way Board of Directors
CRITERIA: The following criteria will be used in evaluating proposals, as applicable:
• The impact of the project or initiative
• Ability to address needs in one of Crossroads United Way's impact areas (education, financial stability, health)
• Collaborations with other community partners
• Sustainability of the project
• Anticipated project results
• Capacity of the applicant to carry out the project
• Fiscal strength of applicant
Questions? Contact Director of Community Impact, Mona Livingston, at livingstonm@crossroadsuw.org
Applications can be submitted at the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J6PTPPK