The Vermont Community Foundation is seeking applications for its Crosby-Gannett Fund to support endeavors that contribute to the betterment and vitality of the Brattleboro area.
Donor Name: The Vermont Community Foundation
State: Vermont
City: Brattleboro
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/30/2024
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: 3 Years
Details:
The Crosby-Gannett Fund was established at the Vermont Community Foundation in 2009 with the assets of the Crosby Foundation, which was dissolved in December 2008.
The Crosby Foundation was founded in December 1951 by Charles R. Crosby, a native of Brattleboro, to help serve community needs in the broader Brattleboro area. The name Gannett was added to the Fund in 2012 by the Advisory Committee to honor Senator Robert T. Gannett who had guided the Crosby Foundation as Secretary-Treasurer for more than 50 years.
Below are the key criteria that will be used in evaluating proposals, though not all proposals are expected to meet all the criteria:
- Defines a specific community challenge and this effort’s role in addressing it.
- Gives a clear and concise picture of how this funding will be used, with clearly defined goals and expected outcomes that identify how that will result in the betterment of the community.
- Adds substantially and specifically to the social/cultural/economic fabric and vitality of the community, building social connection.
- Has clear project leaders and champions.
- Creates a more inclusive and welcoming environment for historically marginalized groups.
- Directly supports environmental sustainability or is mindful of the environmental impact of the funded activity.
- Expands and/or improves the organization’s scope of work and/or populations served.
- Leverages other funds or partnerships.
Funding Information
One three-year grant of $7,500 per year for a total of $22,500.
Eligibility Criteria
- Grant applications will be accepted from organizations that are located in or serve the people of Vermont. Organizations must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or be a public agency or municipality in the state of Vermont. Nonprofit organizations or community groups who do not have 501(c)(3) status may apply for grant awards if another tax-exempt organization acts as a fiscal sponsor.
- No person in the United States shall, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity (as defined in paragraph 249(c)(4) of title 18, United States Code), sexual orientation, marital or parental status, political affiliation, military service, physical or mental ability be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity funded in whole or in part with funds made available (meaning any funds having a competitive application process) by the Vermont Community Foundation, and any other program or activity funded in whole or in part with funds appropriated for grants, cooperative agreements, and other assistance administered by the Foundation.
- If grant applicants employ staff or engage volunteers, they must do so and provide services without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity (as defined in paragraph 249(c)(4) of title 18, United States Code), sexual orientation, marital or parental status, political affiliation, military service, physical or mental ability.
For more information, visit The Vermont Community Foundation.
