Louisville Water Foundation: Educational Projects Grant

The Louisville Water Foundation is dedicated to enhancing global health and well-being through water education and assistance. Their mission focuses on ensuring safe water access for all communities. They support innovative projects that demonstrate clear objectives, community engagement, and sustainability. Eligible applicants include non-profits addressing water-related needs within specified service areas. The foundation emphasizes measurable impacts and reasonable budgeting, fostering a collaborative approach to water stewardship.

A Clear Vision and Mission
Louisville Water Foundation’s mission is to improve the health and well-being of both the local communities we serve and around the globe through water assistance and education. The Foundation is working toward a world where safe water is available to everyone, no matter where they live.
Selection Criteria
Clarity of project goals, objectives, and potential impact on the communityStrength of project design and teamInnovative approach with real-world applicationSustainability of project post-grantEvidence of community engagementPlan for assessing impact of project and the capacity to measure its outcomeReasonable and efficient budget

Eligibility

Louisville Water Foundation accepts grant applications twice a year from non-profit organizations with projects that address a water-related need.The Louisville Water Foundation awards grants to 501c3 organizations based in the Louisville Water and/or Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) service areas:We provide drinking water to Louisville Metro, Bullitt and Oldham counties with retail service and in Bullitt, Hardin, Nelson, Oldham, Shelby and Spencer counties through partnerships with other water providers.Educational programs pertaining to any part or facet of the Louisville Water and MSD water cycles, including flood protection, are eligible.Supported Projects and Activities:Drops of Kindness℠Potable water solutions in water-poor communitiesWater stewardship educationSurface or groundwater protection educationWatershed cleanupWater assistance programs serving individuals and/or communitiesWater awareness and education campaigns

Ineligibility

Activities that do not qualify:Organizations that discriminate for any reason, use funding for religious purposes, or require participation in religious activities to receive servicesLobbying (attempting to influence local, state, or national legislation)Political groups or individualsPrivate foundations