The Marietta Community Foundation collaborates with nonprofit organizations that help build a deeper understanding of where the greatest challenges are in Washington County, what existing efforts could be amplified, and how the Foundation can make new and distinctive contributions to improve the quality of life for all citizens.
Donor Name: Marietta Community Foundation
State: Ohio
County: Washington County (OH)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/15/2023
Details:
Community Impact grants often do more than simply meet immediate needs — they address the root cause of a problem to create lasting change for future generations.
Marietta Community Foundation exists as a vehicle to connect passionate donors with the causes that matter most. By holding donor intent sacred and consistently leveraging the expertise of their highly-acclaimed Board and staff, the Foundation turns neighbors’ good intentions into great accomplishments for Washington County.
Eligibility Criteria
- Marietta Community Foundation will accept grant requests from organizations designated as tax-exempt according to §501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service code. Other organizations may be eligible to apply.
- Nonprofits located outside of Washington County, Ohio may apply for funding. However, the project should specifically impact residents of Washington County.
Foundation’s Criteria and Considerations
- Intended Impact
- What is the project’s overall goal? How will the project build on community strengths or respond creatively to a problem? Will the project have influence or repercussions elsewhere in the community? Does the project address underlying causes or symptoms of issues? Will the efforts continue to grow in their effectiveness?
- Influence
- Who, how many, and for how long will people will be impacted? If successful, could it be duplicated elsewhere, or scaled to serve more people? Does the project expand access and opportunities for disadvantaged or underserved communities? Will the project develop a sense of this community as a special place?
- Expertise and Track Record
- Does the organization’s stated capacity and expertise in leveraging funding match its track record? Does the plan utilize a sound governance and financial model? Will the project make the organization more self-sufficient or efficient?
- Collaboration and Community support
- Has support been stimulated from other funding sources? Will the project increase cooperation and coordination among program providers without duplicating services? Is a cross-section of people involved in the project planning?
For more information, visit Marietta Community Foundation.
