Perry County Youth Tax Board - Large Grant

The Perry County Youth Tax Board oversees the disbursement of approximately $300,000 annually to support programs aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of youth under 18 in Perry County. The Large Grant funding assists organizations in developing their community initiatives, allowing applications for up to 20% of the previous year's tax revenue. This funding aims to strengthen efforts for youth betterment, with requests exceeding $2,000 considered.

Historically, the Perry County Youth Tax Board oversees the disbursement of roughly $300,000 annually to programs intended to engage in, fund, carry on, conduct or take part in programs, projects and services designed to improve the health, nutrition, circumstances and well-being and enhance the quality of life of persons in Perry County who are under the age of 18.
Large Grant Funding is intended for individuals and/or organizations seeking to strengthen and develop their capacity for community betterment and for assistance for projects to sustain and enhance their effort for the youth of Perry County. Application may be made for up to 20% of the total tax revenue collected for the prior year on behalf of youth tax programs under Senate Bill 233 and Perry County Ordinance 08-02.
Funding
Requests for more than $2,000.00 one time, or in excess of $2,000.00 per year may be made.