Torch Helps Grant

The Torch Helps Grant provides $10,000 to non-profit organizations recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This funding aims to support local charities that deliver essential health and human services to underserved populations. Eligible organizations must operate in the communities where Torch Technologies employees reside and must ensure services are accessible to all, regardless of background. Grants are awarded quarterly, and applications are accepted anytime but must meet specific deadlines.

NOTE: Applications may be submitted at any time. Applications must be submitted before the deadline for a specific quarterly grant to be considered for that grant.
Torch Helps, Inc., is a non-profit corporation with the mission to carry the torch for others in our communities by providing financial support to non-profit organizations that aid individuals and families who lack access to basic health and human services, or who require assistance to meet their fundamental needs for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, mental health, safety and enrichment opportunities for the underserved, as well as non-profits that provide benefits to underserved populations.
Torch Helps awards $10,000 grants to local charities who are making a difference in our communities.
Please refer to FAQ for additional guidelines.

Eligibility

Must be a non-profit organization recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and contributions shall be deductible by donors under section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.Must file an IRS 990 or 990EZ. Agencies filing 990N are not eligible for a Torch Helps quarterly grant but may be considered for a Torch Helps small/special grant.Must be a community-based organization operating in the area of Torch Technologies employees’ residence.Services rendered by agency must be open to all members of the community regardless of race, religion, political affiliation, ability to pay, or background.Mission of agency must be in-line with the Torch Helps mission.Agencies intended use of Torch Helps grant monies must be in-line with the Torch Helps mission.100% of Torch Helps grant monies must be used in area of Torch Employee’s residence.Agency must meet criteria set forth by Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance Standards for Charity Accountability (see www.bbb.org for details of standards).

Ineligibility

Non-profit without a current 501(c)(3) statusIndividualsPrivate FoundationsPublic or Private Educational Institutions to include non-profitTax Supported InstitutionsSocial Organizations/CommitteesReligious organizations without secular community designation (i.e. must provide services to people regardless of their religious beliefs. Agencies that have received a Torch Helps grant in the past 24 months.