Our Communities of Northwest Stokes Foundation is pleased to announce a grants program that is made possible through funds raised by Francisco FarmFest.
Donor Name: Our Communities of Northwest Stokes Foundation
State: North Carolina
County: Stokes County (NC)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/01/2022
Size of the Grant: $500 or $1,000
Details
Our Communities of NW Stokes is a local development initiative that focuses on revitalization in Francisco, Collinstown, Asbury, Aarons Corner, Harts Store, Johnstown, Westfield, and Double Creek, and on building programs and partnerships that benefit Northwest Stokes County. It is a community-driven and all-volunteer effort. Our Communities of NW Stokes Foundation, a non-profit (501C3) organization, was created in 2015 to support this work and to assist in funding projects in the region.
Purpose
The program was created to encourage citizens of Northwest Stokes County to propose projects that will benefit their communities or their area as a whole; and to help people jump start, carry out, or complete projects of value to the area.
Grant Amount
How much are the grants? Grants in the amount of $500 and $1,000 are available.
What kind of projects are eligible?
Priority categories for this year include Agriculture, Arts and Culture, Education, Economic/Business Development, and Beautification and Recreation. Examples of eligible projects include music or other art events, sports events, classes or workshops, competitions, training, school trips, gardens or trails, exhibits, children’s activities, and research. No projects with a religious or political purpose will be considered.
Criteria
Individuals or groups such as school, community organizations, or clubs located in Northwest Stokes County are eligible. They encourage potential applicants to apply irrespective of their level of experience producing or managing projects.
For more information, visit Grants Program.