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Community Investment Program (General Funding)

UNITED WAY OF KNOX COUNTY OHIO INC

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Investment Program

Funder: United Way of Knox County

Geographic Scope: Knox County, Ohio

Focus Areas:

Health

Education

Financial Stability

Program Description:
Annually, the United Way of Knox County dedicates funds to local initiatives demonstrating significant impact. This funding initiative, known as Community Investment, is driven by volunteer efforts. The program ensures that every dollar donated is allocated to initiatives that align with United Way's strategic focus areas.

How It Works:
The Community Investment Program is administered through a transparent, multi-stage funding process:

The Funding Process:
1. Application Phase: Agencies undergo thorough vetting to ensure alignment with United Way's objectives
2. Community Impact Panel (CIP) Interview: Diverse community members assess the potential impact of proposed programs
3. Community Investment Committee (CIC) Review: Committee reviews applications and CIP evaluations, formulates funding recommendations
4. Board of Directors Approval: Final determination of fund allocation

Community Investment Committee Members:

Todd Hawkins (Park National Bank) - Board Chair

Sam Filkins (Area Development Foundation) - Member

Todd Taylor (MarkT President) - Member

Gordon Arndt (Ariel Corporation) - Member

Lisa Bragg (Knox Community Hospital) - Member

Marne Ausec (Kenyon College) - Member

Levi Curry (Park National Bank) - Member

Contact Information:

Email: liveunited@uwayknox.org

Phone: (740) 397-5721

Address: 305 E High St, Mt Vernon, OH 43050

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Submit Application: Organizations submit detailed applications outlining their program's alignment with United Way's strategic goals
2. Community Impact Panel Review: Volunteers review applications and participate in agency presentations, focusing on potential impact to ensure diverse community perspectives are considered
3. CIC Review & Recommendation: Community Investment Committee conducts thorough review of program outcomes and financials, assessing the foundation for success
4. Board Approval: Board of Directors makes final funding decisions, ensuring selected programs are well-positioned to benefit the community significantly

Application Requirements:

Detailed program information

Demonstration of alignment with United Way's strategic goals (health, education, financial stability)

Evidence of potential community impact

Program results documentation

Financial integrity documentation

Historical performance data

Review Criteria:

Alignment with strategic focus areas

Potential for community impact

Program outcomes and results

Financial integrity and management