The Because We Love Our Community grant program is a challenge grant for interesting and engaging ideas to improve the community’s quality of life and livability, and increase residents’ satisfaction and community attachment.
Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne
State: Indiana
County: Allen County (IN)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: Ongoing
Details:
Because We Love Our Community grant projects should increase the quality of life, community attachment, and satisfaction by increasing Allen County residents’ easy access to:
- Safe places to live and work
- Healthcare facilities and services
- Quality job opportunities
- Affordable housing
- Safe, proximal, high-quality recreational areas
- Quality arts and cultural events
Priority will be given to projects that promote equity, and incorporate policy, advocacy, institutional/systems change, and/or social justice (equal rights, opportunity, and treatment for all).
The Foundation is looking for ideas that:
- Are new or expansion projects. Current programs from organizations and routine operating support will not be considered.
- Enhance community connections in Allen County.
- Incorporate novel approaches to creating a vibrant, connected community.
- Raise public awareness of the area/region.
- Provide a measurable level of community involvement (volunteers or participants).
- Promote philanthropy across their region.
Eligibility Criteria
- Grants are made only to nonprofit organizations that have federal tax-exempt status as a section 501(c)(3) public charity or to government agencies. The nonprofit or government agency must serve the Allen County area.
For more information, visit Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne.