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South Okanagan Photos

Grants available for “good work done”

 

 

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Alyson Skinner (left) & Lia McKinnon of the Okanagan Similkameen Stewardship Society stand beside the new-to-them truck that was purchased with the help of a $5,000 grant from the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen

Granting available – 2016 funds available –  closing on February 19, 2016.
The Community Foundation will be disbursing more than $367,000 to charities throughout the South Okanagan Similkameen, an increase on the $344,000 that was granted in 2015.
“The Community Foundation is honoured to have so many generous donors that believe in providing lasting support to local charities,” said Aaron McRann, Executive Director of the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen.  “It’s incredible to think that since our founding in 1991, the Community Foundation has granted more than $2.1 million, including the 2016 grant allocation,” added McRann.  “And because the original donation amount is preserved and grants are made from income on investments, our donors have truly created an incredible legacy for our region.”
While grants cannot be made directly to individuals, charities and non-profits throughout the region are encouraged to apply or to contact the Foundation with any questions in advance of applying.

The second step in the application process is to complete an online application form.  “We’re excited to offer both a short-form and long-form application process this year,” said McRann.  Projects under $1,000 in value will be able to complete the application process in a matter of minutes.  For requests of more than $1,000 more detailed questions regarding project goals and budgets will be required.

FREE GRANT WRITING WORKSHOPS THROUGHOUT THE REGION

Space is limited so those interested are encouraged to register by calling 250-493-9311 or email admin@cfso.net as soon as possible.

January 7 from 1-3pm in Oliver

January 14 from 2-4pm in Keremeos

January 15 from 1am-12pm in Penticton
For more information on applying for a grant, funding guidelines and how to create your profile please visit www.cfso.net/apply-for-a-grant or call the Foundation office at 250-493-9311.