Paul Culberson Agricultural Development Fund Grant

The Paul Culberson Agricultural Development Fund, established in 1991, supports agricultural advancement in the Polk County community. This fund honors Paul Culberson's contributions and funds projects such as community gardens and farmers markets. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public school systems serving Polk County. However, grants cannot support fundraising, political activities, or scholarships. Interested organizations should submit a Letter of Intent to confirm eligibility before applying.

NOTE: Before submitting a grant application, please complete a brief Letter of Intent form to confirm that your organization is eligible to apply for grants and that your project meets the criteria for one or more of our available grantmaking funds.
The Foundation awards competitive grants from a variety of funds established by donors and grantmaking programs developed by our Board of Directors. Submitting the Foundation's general Grant Application allows our Grantmaking Committee and Board of Directors to consider awarding grants from a variety of funds.

Eligibility

Which organizations are eligible for grants?501(c)(3) nonprofits, public school systems, s and units of government that serve the citizens of the community centered in Polk County.
Regional organizations that serve our community but are based outside of Polk County, NC or Landrum, SC should contact the Foundation for guidance about eligibility.

Ineligibility

Grants may not fund fundraising projects, events, or solicitations of any kind.
The Foundation prohibits funding of political parties, candidates, and lobbying efforts.
Grants may not fund expenses already incurred. In emergency situations requiring critical work to be completed before the completion of a grant cycle, organizations may be eligible to apply for "emergency reimbursement grants."
Grants may not fund scholarships or monetary awards to be given by your organization.