HCCF: White Family Foundation Grant

HCCF: White Family Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Hancock County Community Foundation Inc.
Last Updated: March 29, 2026

Summary

The White Family Foundation Grant, managed by the Hancock County Community Foundation, supports local initiatives that enhance community living in Hancock and Henry counties. This donor-advised fund allows for greater flexibility in philanthropic efforts, as the White Family takes an active role in reviewing applications and making grant recommendations. Eligible projects include beautification, safety enhancements, and recreational improvements, focusing on enhancing the quality of life in the community.

Overview

White Family Foundation Grant Program The purpose of the White Family Foundation Fund, a fund of the Community Foundation of Hancock County, is to assist local community development and support initiatives that enhance the desire to live, work, and play in Hancock and Henry counties. The White Family Foundation Fund is a donor advised fund, which makes this grant cycle unique. A donor-advised fund is a charitable giving vehicle administered by a public charity (in this case, the Community Foundation) created to manage charitable donations on behalf of organizations, families, or individuals (in this case, the White Family). In this grant cycle, the White Family reviews applications, interviews applicants, and makes grant recommendations to the Community Foundation based on their charitable goals and interests. The donor also has the flexibility to extend their philanthropy beyond the amount originally allocated.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible projects may include, but are not limited to beautification projectsbuilding façade improvementsrecreational enhancements and accessibilitypublic safety and transportationEligible applicants must serve Hancock and/or Henry counties.Tax-exempt 501(c)(3) or mutual benefit organizations, government agencies, municipalities, and churches.