Huntington County Community Fdn.: General Grant Cycles ( Cycle I & Cycle II )

The Huntington County Community Foundation offers two General Grant Cycles each year to support local charitable organizations that enhance the quality of life in Huntington. This grant prioritizes initiatives that address community needs, foster collaboration, and invest in public spaces and education. Eligible projects may include arts and cultural initiatives, life skills workshops, and leadership programming. The foundation aims to create equitable opportunities for all residents, ensuring a vibrant and thriving community.

Grant Purpose: the Foundation has two General Grant Cycles per year open to local charitable entities that provide funding for anything except operational costs.
Impact Areas
The Huntington County Community Foundation is built to receive grant applications from applicants seeking funding for charitable purposes that will make a positive material difference in Huntington County.
The Community Foundation will prioritize local, mission-aligned grants that:
Address community challenges and opportunitiesCultivate/maintain community collaborationAdvance investment in our public spaces and under-resourced neighborhoodsMaintain a thriving education system from birth through careerCreate a vibrant arts, culture and storytelling environmentStrive to make Huntington County a more equitable community of choice for allAid in the development of our current and future leaders
Other impact areas will also be considered.
Project Examples
arts & cultural initiatives, life skills workshops, electrical upgrades, leadership programming, child-friendly spaces, fundraising equipment, building expansions.

Eligibility

General Grant Cycles are open to entities applying for charitable projects that benefit quality of life for all in Huntington.Any charitable organization or government entity can apply for funding through our grantmaking process.Organizations or causes who do not have an approved 501(c)(3) charitable status by the IRS will need a fiscal sponsor who is a 501(c)(3) as their grant administrator.

Ineligibility

If you are a taxing authority, you are not eligible for this grant.