How much funding does Operation Round Up Grant Program provide?

Operation Round Up Grant Program provides Varies (multiple awards per year, ranging from $1,500 to $15,000+) in funding.

When is the deadline for Operation Round Up Grant Program?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Operation Round Up Grant Program

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Funding Amount

Varies (multiple awards per year, ranging from $1,500 to $15,000+)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Operation Round Up Grant Program

Funder: Clay Electric Foundation Inc

Program Description: The Clay Electric Foundation approves grants throughout the year from the Operation Round Up program. This program receives funding from unclaimed money and member contributions that are rounded up on their electric bills.

Geographic Scope

Alachua County
Bradford County
Clay County
Columbia County
Marion County
Putnam County
Union County
Suwannee County
Baker County
Lake County
Volusia County
Levy County
Gilchrist County
And other areas served by Clay Electric

Funding Focus Areas

Based on historical grants awarded (2017-2019), the foundation supports:

#### Charitable & Social Services

Domestic violence centers

Food banks and food rescue programs

Homeless assistance programs

Emergency financial assistance for vulnerable populations

Senior services

Disability services

Mental health and substance abuse services

#### Youth & Education

Youth programs and organizations

Educational facilities and equipment

STEM programs

Scholarship funds for youth

Youth recreational activities

Boys & Girls Scouts

After-school programs

School enrichment programs

#### Community Infrastructure

Volunteer fire departments

Emergency response equipment

Community centers and facilities

Parks and playgrounds

Library improvements

#### Veteran Services

Veteran support organizations

Military memorials

Equine therapy for PTSD

Veteran financial assistance

Military museums

#### Healthcare & Hospice

Hospice services

Healthcare facility improvements

Medical equipment

#### Arts & Culture

Art centers and galleries

Historic preservation

Cultural organizations

#### Agriculture & Environment

Agricultural education

Outdoor education programs

Award Amounts

Historical awards have ranged from $1,500 to $15,000+ depending on the project and application review.

Application Timeline

The Foundation Board reviews applications on a rolling basis with approval meetings held approximately quarterly (March, June, September, December based on 2017-2019 records).

What They Don't Fund

Individual charitable contributions unrelated to community benefit
Political organizations or campaigns
Projects outside their service area
For-profit businesses

Contact Information

District Offices:

Keystone Heights: 65 SW Citrus Avenue, P.O. Box 308, Keystone Heights, FL 32656-0308, (352) 473-4917, FAX (352) 473-1403
Gainesville: 11530 NW 39th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32606, (352) 372-8543, FAX (352) 337-8117
Lake City: 1797 SW SR 47, Lake City, FL 32025-2935, (386) 752-7447, FAX (386) 961-0117
Orange Park: 734 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL 32065-5798, (904) 272-2456, FAX (904) 276-6733
Palatka: 300 North State Road 19, Palatka, FL 32177-2498, (386) 328-1432, FAX (386) 312-4017
Salt Springs: P.O. Box 5500, 25180 E. County Road 316, Salt Springs, FL 32134-5500, (352) 685-2111, FAX (352) 685-4217

Office hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Contact local Clay Electric district office to request Operation Round Up Grant application materials
2. Complete grant application form with detailed project information
3. Submit application to Foundation Board for review
4. Board approval: Applications are reviewed at regular board meetings held quarterly (approximately March, June, September, and December)

Required Materials (based on historical applications)

Completed grant application form
Organization name and mission statement
Project description and justification
Detailed budget and project timeline
Documentation of nonprofit status (501(c)(3) or equivalent)
Organization's impact and community benefit
Contact information for organization representative
Evidence of how funds will be used
Community need statement

Narrative Questions

Specific project or initiative being funded
How the project benefits the community
Geographic area served
Population or community members impacted
Project timeline and budget breakdown
Organization's qualifications and experience

Review & Selection Process

Applications are reviewed by Clay Electric Foundation Board
Board meets quarterly to approve grants
Awards are made based on community impact and alignment with Foundation mission

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Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

nonprofitsdomestic-violencehungerhomelessseniorsdisabledmental-healthyouth-programseducationstem-educationafter-schoolfirst-respondersfire-departmentsveteran-nonprofitshospiceartsagriculture