MartinConnects Fund Grant

The MartinConnects Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, aims to empower employees through charitable initiatives. This grant program focuses on addressing homelessness, supporting STEM education, aiding veterans, and assisting women and children in need. Eligible recipients include 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, and governmental agencies within specific geographic areas, ensuring funds are directed towards impactful community projects and programs.

The MartinConnects Grant Program supports the company's effort in making a positive difference in the areas of:

• HomelessnessSTEMVeterans, and Women & Children

Eligibility

Eligible RecipientsAll grants from this Fund must be made for charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes to an organization that is described in IRS code as a 501(c)(3) public charity.Qualified organizations also include schools, religious institutions, or government agencies.Eligible ExpensesProgram costs for new and/or existing programsReasonable staff and/or volunteer time and training associated with the implementation of the program/projectGeographic Focus: Huntsville/Madison County, ALLittle Rock/Pulaski County, ARCentral Maryland/Washington, DCStarkville, MSOak Ridge & Knoxville, TNHouston/Harris County, TX

Ineligibility

Ineligible ExpensesOrganizations not organized as “qualified organizations” as defined in Eligible Recipients section aboveGrants to individualsDebt reductionEndowment campaignsCapital campaignsAnnual campaignsFundraising events or galasMembership drivesConference expenses Political activities intended to influence legislation, carry on propaganda, influence the outcome of any specific public election, favor one or more specific political party or candidate, or otherwise carry out lobbying activities