Marilyn and William Young Foundation Grant

The Marilyn and William Young Foundation Grant aims to foster a vibrant community by supporting leadership development, accessible arts experiences, family support systems, and community grants. Eligible applicants must be recognized 501(c)(3) organizations, focusing on innovative strategies that enhance economic opportunities and well-being. The foundation prioritizes initiatives that impact citizens in Owensboro/Daviess County, and does not support discriminatory practices or funding for operating costs.

NOTE: All applicants must first submit a Letter of Intent. Letters of Intent are received anytime during the year and will be reviewed by the Grants Committee within 30 days. If approved, your organization will be asked to submit a full grant application. Completed Application must be submitted by the Full Proposal quarterly deadlines listed above.
Grant Focus Areas
Our strategic plan will allocate our grant resources to the following focus areas:
Leadership DevelopmentWe desire to elevate a new generation of skilled public and private sector leaders able to embrace and navigate change, energize and align diverse stakeholders, and make bold decisions serving the area’s long term interests.Accessible Arts ExperiencesWe support community-level strategies to improve the long-term viability of arts and cultural experiences important to the quality of local life and vitality of the area’s tourism economy.Family Support SystemsWe fund innovative ways to help low-income, undereducated populations take advantage of educational opportunities which will elevate their prospects for livable wages, long-term self-sufficiency, and family stability.Community GrantsA limited pool of resources are available for one-time, immediate needs of organizations which benefit the community they serve.

Eligibility

All applicants must be a recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

Ineligibility

In general, the Foundation does not make grants to: endowmentsannual fund appealsreligious organizationsevent sponsorshipsindividuals We do not fund programs and projects that do not affect the citizens of Owensboro/Daviess County or for operating costs.Please note, the Foundation does not support organizations that discriminate due to race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any legally protected classification.