ST. MARYS — The Elk County Community Foundation (ECCF), an affiliate of the Community Foundation of North Central PA, has announced its annual granting cycle applications are now available to area nonprofit organizations.
The ECCF welcomes applications for funding as part of its mission to promote the betterment of Elk County and to enhance the quality of the life for all residents. Applications will be accepted through July 15 and are available by calling the ECCF’s office at 834-2125 or via their website at www.elkcountyfoundation.com. All grants will need to be submitted electronically.
Since its inception the Community Foundation has granted more than $3 million in community grants and scholarships. During this cycle funds will be awarded to community-development oriented projects and activities that will enhance the economic and community well-being of Elk County.
Distribution from the grants can be used to meet special project or program needs of organizations serving the people of Elk County. The foundation invites organizations that will serve a particular need of the community and will overall make a lasting impact to apply. The foundation seeks to fund projects or activities that will serve the needs of many in the community rather than the needs of a few individuals. Projects should include activities that are innovative and sustainable. In addition, grants are made to support programs serving all persons regardless of race, religion or creed and are made only to tax-exempt, charitable organizations.
Organizations that feel they meet the above criteria of the economic and community development are invited to submit their application to the foundation. Grants will be reviewed and approved by the end of August. The funds come from the foundation’s endowed Community Economic and Development fund and the Fund of the Future general endowment. The form must be completed electronically and returned via email. All other support materials can be submitted by postal mail.
Grants given in 2015 totaled more than $35,400 for this fund. Visit the foundation’s website at www.elkcountyfoundation.com.
