Rotary Club of Portsmouth: William Cash Grant

The William Cash Grant, established by the Portsmouth Rotary Club in 2002, supports Rotarian-led community projects benefiting local non-profits. Funded by a substantial legacy from William M. Cash, this initiative promotes hands-on engagement among Rotarians, fostering fellowship and club vibrancy. Grants over $1,500 require detailed documentation and ongoing member involvement. By prioritizing specific project costs over operational expenses, the grant ensures impactful contributions to the Seacoast community.

About the William Cash Grant
The William M. Cash Charitable Fund was established by the Portsmouth Rotary Club in 2002 following the largest single charitable donation in the history of our club, left by William M. Cash in 2001 upon his death. Many options were weighed as to how to invest the funds and how the proceeds should be disbursed. Ultimately it was decided that the money would be placed with the NH Charitable Foundation and that proceeds would be used to encourage Portsmouth Rotarians to do hands on projects in the community to benefit local non-profits that were serving the Seacoast. These projects would be “Rotarian driven” and create opportunities for fellowship that would lead to a more vibrant club. In this way, the Cash Charitable Fund differs from outright donations our club makes to non-profits from funds raised through our many fundraisers and other endowment funds.
The Committee is charged with publicizing the availability of the fund to the club membership and encouraging worthy partnerships with local non-profits that club members support and are actively engaged with.
Grants awarded exceeding $1,500 require follow-up by a member and documentation as to the actual use and/or application of funds.

Eligibility

Applications must be submitted by a sponsoring Rotarian and require Rotarian involvement in the project.Rotarians requesting funds from the Cash Committee should complete the William Cash Committee Grant application and submit it directly to the William Cash Committee. As noted on the application, the lead sponsoring Rotarian is responsible for seeing the project through from start to finish and reporting back to the board/treasurer at least quarterly until the project is complete and all receipts and documentation have been accepted by the board. Funds are typically used for specific costs such as materials, supplies and skilled labor for the project. A detailed budget must accompany the request.
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Ineligibility

The Portsmouth Rotary Club will not fund operational expenses or salaries under any circumstances.