Paynesville Area Community Foundation Grant

The Paynesville Area Community Foundation Grant aims to foster positive change in the Paynesville area through targeted funding in education, social services, arts and culture, civic initiatives, recreation, and health. Grants ranging from $2,500 to $20,000 will support eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, or government entities. The foundation emphasizes sustainability, collaboration, and projects that enhance quality of life and promote diversity, inclusion, and equity within the community.

The Paynesville Area Community Foundation seeks to make grants that will help build our community in bringing about a lasting, positive change in the Paynesville area. PACF is looking to provide leadership and financial support that builds a community partnership in order to advance the project or initiatives.
Focus Areas
Education – Grants will be made to support education; especially K-12 and after-school programs.Social Services – Grants will be made to support and strengthen families, children and youth.Arts and Culture – Grants will be made to support activities that generate an appreciation of diverse cultures and that enhance and improve cultural opportunities.Civic – Grants will be made to support activities that build, promote and preserve communities.Recreational – Grants will be made to support and promote recreationHealth – Grants will be made to support health education, physical and mental health and activities that reduce abuse and violence.

Eligibility

What We FundEligible organizations 501c3 nonprofit organizations, schools or government entities.Geographic Area Serves the Paynesville Area School District area

Ineligibility

What We Don't FundIndividualsReligious organizations for religious purposes Political organizations or political campaignsEndowmentsDebt retirement or deficit financingGrants for travel or conferences