Gibson County- Community Good Grants Program

Gibson County- Community Good Grants Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc.
Last Updated: January 22, 2026

Summary

The Gibson County Good Grants Program offers one-time grants to support various projects in Gibson County. Funded by Community Good Unrestricted and Field of Interest Funds, it addresses needs across arts, education, health, and community development. Nonprofits and eligible governmental agencies can apply, while some organizations may need a fiscal sponsor. Projects must be charitable and align with community needs, but certain areas like religious purposes and political campaigns are excluded from funding.

Overview

Gibson County Good Grants Program Grants are normally given as one-time support of a project but may be considered for additional support or for expansions or outgrowths of an initial project. Grants are made possible by Community Good Unrestricted Funds and Field of Interest Funds which support a wide variety of needs in Gibson County. Program Areas Considered For Funding: Arts and Culture Community Development Education Health Human Services Other Civic Endeavors (Environment, Recreation, and Youth Development)

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Community Foundation welcomes funding requests from nonprofit organizations that are deemed tax-exempt under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code and from governmental agencies serving the county. Funding requests from nonprofit organizations not classified as a 501(c)(3) public charity may be considered provided the project is charitable and supports a community need. In some cases, organizations without the 501(c)(3) designation may be required to obtain a fiscal sponsor.Non-charitable organizations applying for a grant under the auspices of a verified 501(c)(3) public charity acting as a fiscal sponsor are required to provide a written statement signed by the fiscal sponsor’s board president confirming agreement to receive grant monies if awarded and to oversee the proposed program/project.

Ineligibility

Program Areas Not Considered For Funding:Religious organizations for religious purposes Political parties or campaigns Endowment creation or debt reduction Operating costs not directly related to the program/project Capital campaigns Annual appeals or membership contributions Travel requests for groups or individuals such as bands, sports teams, or classes