How much funding does FEC Program Grants provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for FEC Program Grants?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for FEC Program Grants?

Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Not funded: Speaker fees; Conferences; Landscaping; General operational costs; The following:Speaker Fees.

FEC Program Grants

Foundations of East Chicago Inc

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Education Healthcare Grants Community Services Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

In good standing with the Foundations of East Chicago.
Considered expenditures:Equipment (pertaining to program) Software (pertaining to program) Food gift cards (pertaining to program) Gas gift cards (pertaining to program) Materials (pertaining to program) Supplies (pertaining to program) Transportation (pertaining to program) Rental space…

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Speaker fees
Not eligible: Conferences
Not eligible: Landscaping
Not eligible: General operational costs
Not eligible: The following:Speaker Fees
Not eligible: Funds to obtain a 501 (c) 3LandscapingMarquees
Not eligible: Membership Fees
Not eligible: Storage Rental
Not eligible: Home Office
Not eligible: Billboards/Advertising/Flyers/Newspapers/Radio
Not eligible: Furniture
Not eligible: Utilities

Overview

The Foundations of East Chicago provides annual program grants to support initiatives that enhance education, health, safety, and community enrichment. Eligible applicants must be recognized 501(c)(3) agencies in good standing. The grants focus on measurable outcomes and operational plans, prioritizing educational advancement, health awareness, and community safety. Notably, FEC does not fund speaker fees, conferences, landscaping, or general operational costs. This initiative aims to improve the quality of life in East Chicago by supporting impactful community programs.

Foundations of East Chicago
To advance this mission, the Foundations of East Chicago will provide financial support through educational assistance in the form of scholarships; the awarding of grants that are strategic to achieve our objectives and by our service and leadership within the community.
Program grants are annual grants that are directed to support specific programs that meet FEC priorities. Programs must have a definitive plan with measurable outcomes and must have an operational plan that demonstrates potential for success.
Educational advancement and life skills
New or expanded vocational programs provided by public or private community institutions
Special needs program support
Non-school time programs (before/after hour school youth programing)
Community Enrichment
Fine Arts and enrichment programsCommunity & cultural eventsRecreational adult and youth sports programs

Eligibility

A recognized 501 (c)(3) agency in good standing with the IRS and registered in the state of Indiana.
In good standing with the Foundations of East Chicago.Considered expenditures:Equipment (pertaining to program) Software (pertaining to program) Food gift cards (pertaining to program) Gas gift cards (pertaining to program) Materials (pertaining to program) Supplies (pertaining to program) Transportation (pertaining to program) Rental space (pertaining to program)