CCLF Silver Grant

The CCLF Silver Grant supports innovative projects in Cherokee County aimed at enhancing quality of life. With funding ranging from $3,001 to $10,000, eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) non-profits and local government entities. Priority is given to initiatives in economic development, cultural activities, outdoor recreation, and health services. The grant fosters community collaboration and addresses local needs, ensuring that resources effectively reach residents and improve community engagement.

Grant Guidelines & Instructions
The Cherokee County Legacy Foundation distributes funds to non-profit organizations in Cherokee County each year, thanks to support from the Iowa Legislature and local donors. As a result, applications for CCLF Bronze, Silver, and Gold Grants are accepted from non-profit organizations and local governmental entities for projects that positively impact quality of life in Cherokee County.
Grants from $3,001 to $10,000
Grant requests may range from a $3,001 minimum to a $10,000 maximum. Applicants will use the Silver/Gold Grant Application Form.
(in no particular order)
Economic Development/Quality Job CreationFocus is on innovative non-traditional economic development activities i.e. youth entrepreneurial development programs, artist entrepreneurship programs, microenterprise lending programs, etc. and creation of new jobs or expansion of existing jobs.Activities (Cultural, Recreational, Social and Educational)Special emphasis is placed on activities that bring people together throughout the county, and that bring people to the county.Parks and Outdoor Recreation Facilities This includes trails, campgrounds and other recreational facilities.Utilize and Support Existing Organizations, Resources, Services and Facilities that Contribute to Quality of Life Includes projects to more effectively market or make services and programs more fully available to people, whether through better marketing or through efforts to accommodate employed parents schedules, or the scheduling preferences or requirements of senior citizens, youth individuals with special needs, etc.Health and Human ServicesThis includes projects offering mental health, medical or dental services and those providing other assistance resources to the community or efforts to help residents find those resources.

Eligibility

Cherokee County Legacy Foundation funds can be used for broad, flexible purposes, including:assisting arts and cultureeconomic developmenteducationenvironmenthealth and human servicesrecreation areas supporting high-impact community opportunitiesFunds are intended for new projects or for the enhancement or expansion of existing services, programs or facilities.Eligible CCLF Bronze, Silver, or Gold Grant applicants must be 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations OR units of local government. If neither of these applies, applicant may utilize an eligible Fiscal Sponsor.

Ineligibility

On-going operational expenses of an organization are not eligible for grant funding.Generally, CCLF will not consider grants for religious purposes, political activities, endowment, annual fund drives, individuals, capital campaigns, budget deficit or general operating expenses.