The County United Way is seeking applications for its Live United Grant Program.
Donor Name: County United Way
State: Maryland and West Virginia
County: Allegany County (MD), Garrett County (MD), Hampshire County (WV) and Mineral County (WV)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/31/2022
Size of the Grant: $1,500
Details:
Live United grants are a mechanism for responsiveness to community needs, and to potentially reach all corners of the organization’s footprint.
Funding Information
- Maximum funding requests in Allegany County = $1,500
- Maximum funding requests in Garrett, Hampshire and Mineral Counties = $500
- Requests that meet needs associated with education, financial stability, health, and/or basic needs, or opportunities and experiences for youth will be considered favorably. Other considerations will be given if deemed appropriate.
Eligibility Criteria
Grants will be considered from nonprofit organizations that are in good standing with the IRS, eligible churches, government agencies, and schools. Individuals and groups who wish to present a community project must first obtain a partnership with an eligible 501c3 organization. The service must be provided within the County United Way footprint.
Organizations must comply with the requirements of County United Way and certify compliance with the USA Patriot Act, complete a W-9 and, if awarded, abide by the following criteria:
- agree to an investment (check) presentation, which will be marketed by County United Way;
- agree to market and promote the funded project by County United Way in various channels, including news releases, printed materials to advertise the program/project, website, and social media (and other avenues as approved);
- dollars must be spent from one quarter before eligibility is considered for a future quarter(s); all awarded dollars from any quarter must be spent by or before June 30, 2022;
- complete a final report by its due date.
For more information, visit County United Way.
