Community Grants

Geographic Scope: Southern Vermont

Mission Focus: The Stratton Foundation supports programs that address poverty by promoting the health, hygiene, and well-being of vulnerable children; fostering school readiness by reducing learning barriers; and helping children develop essential skills for a productive life.

Funding Priorities: Four key areas established by founders and Board of Directors:

• Food and hunger
• Health and dental health
• Basic necessities
• Education

Eligible Applicants:

• Nonprofit organizations
• Schools and educational programs
• Community-based initiatives

What They Fund:

• Programs with strong self-sustainability plans
• Initiatives addressing poverty and vulnerable children
• School readiness programs
• Health and wellness support
• Emergency assistance programs
• Economic independence and career readiness initiatives

Contact Information:

• Email: info@strattonfoundation.org
• Phone: (802) 297-2096
• Address: PO Box 523, 5 Village Lodge Road 2D, Stratton, VT 05155

Impact: Over $3 million in community giving; 5,580 children helped annually; 30 years of service

Application Process

1. Review Funding Priorities: Ensure your request aligns with the Foundation's mission and funding priorities:
   • Education and youth development
   • Health and wellness support
   • Emergency assistance
   • Economic independence and career readiness
2. Complete Application Form: Fill out the relevant application form available on the website under grant categories
3. Submit Required Documentation:
   • Program budgets and goals
   • Letters of recommendation or support (if applicable)
   • Any additional supporting documents demonstrating alignment with mission
4. Submit Application: Complete application and supporting documents via:
   • Online portal, or
   • Email to info@strattonfoundation.org
5. Review Process: Committee will review based on:
   • Alignment with Foundation's mission
   • Completeness of application
   • Available funding
   • Additional information may be requested for clarification
6. Notification: Applicants will be notified of decision within timeframe specified for each program
7. Contact for Questions:
   • Email: info@strattonfoundation.org
   • Phone: (802) 297-2096