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Mary Ridder Cherny Fund

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Deadline

June 1, 2026

54 days left

Grant Type

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Overview

Mary Ridder Cherny Fund

Purpose: To support youth participation in the performing arts.

Eligibility:

  • Quincy public or parochial schools (grades K-12) to participate in performing arts (priority consideration)

  • Other applications meeting the goal to serve youth participation in the performing arts are also considered

  • Not limited to schools only

    • Geographic Scope: Quincy, IL area

    Contact: Kent Embree, Program Officer at (217) 222-1237 or info@mycommunityfoundation.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    • Available: March 31, online
    • Application Materials: Available on fund page
    • Due: June 1
    • Grants Awarded: Early September
    • Submit through: Grant portal
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    Fields of Work

    performing-artsk-12-schoolsyouth-programs

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