Rocky Community Improvement Fund (RCIF) has partnered with the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation of Nelsonville is seeking applications to improve the health and quality of life in the community through education, research, and service consistent with the osteopathic heritage.
Donor Name: Rocky Brands
State: Ohio
County: Selected Counties
City: Nelsonville
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/13/2023
Details:
The mission of the Rocky Community Improvement Fund (RCIF) is to enhance the quality of life for the people of Nelsonville and the surrounding communities by promoting philanthropy among Rocky Brands Associates, building an endowment, and awarding grants.
Priority will be given to projects that:
- Comply with the mission and values of RCIF, the Athens County Foundation, and the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation of Nelsonville
- Incorporate new approaches to current or emerging needs
- Encourage cooperation among organizations and avoid duplication of services
- Show the organization’s ability to leverage additional funds
General Funding Priorities of RCIF
- Children’s Welfare and Education
- Hunger
- School Programs
- Senior Citizens
- Health Wellness
- Developmental Disabilities
- Community Development and Infrastructure
- Housing Initiatives
- Animal Welfare
- Community Beautification
- Environmental Programs
Eligibility Criteria
Grant applications are welcome from any 501c3 organization, government agency, or have a fiscal agreement with a 501c3 organization.
Generally, grants are not made to or for:
- Individuals
- Endowments
- Budget deficits
- Scholarships
- Religious purposes
- Political or legislative action groups
- Support or promotion of specific points of view on right-to-life and pro-choice issues
- Annual fundraising drives
For more information, visit Rocky Brands.
