Competitive Grant- Berwick Fund (Under $100,000)

The Berwick Health and Wellness Fund aims to enhance community well-being by supporting diverse health and wellness initiatives. Eligible projects focus on children's health, oral care access, cardiovascular disease prevention, and mental health improvement. Grants can support program activities, capital projects, and general operating expenses. Organizations must possess 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Notably, sectarian or religious activities are not funded. This initiative represents a commitment to fostering a healthier community through targeted investments.

Eligibility

Service Area: Berwick Borough, Benton Borough, Briar Creek Borough, Stillwater Borough, Benton Township, Briar Creek Township, Fishing Creek Township, Mifflin Township, North Centre Township, South Centre Township, Conyngham Borough, Nescopeck Borough, New Columbus Borough, Shickshinny Borough, Butler Township, Nescopeck Township, Salem Township, Sugarloaf Township, and Union TownshipPriority Areas of Interest: Ensuring that children are healthy and ready to learn when they enter school; Promoting oral health for residents who lack access to regular dental care; Reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease through nutrition, physical activity and tobacco-free lifestyles; and Improving mental and behavioral health through community awareness, support and treatment.Grant Types:Program supportCapital projects (equipment and facilities)General operating expensesOrganization must hold 501(c)3 nonprofit status

Ineligibility

Foundation does not fund sectarian or explicitly religious activity