The Decatur County Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Ag Field of Interest Grants Program.
Donor Name: Decatur County Community Foundation
State: Indiana
County: Decatur County (IN)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: Ongoing
Details:
The Ag Field of Interest Fund was created by and continues to be supported by local ag producers who are interested in furthering interest and knowledge in agriculture. The grants are designed to provide support for non-profit agricultural programming, including educational training programs, youth farm programs and preserving the history of agriculture in Decatur County.
Funding Areas
Most of grantmaking efforts are centered around the areas of civic and community, education, health and human services, arts and literacy, historic preservation, safety, and youth and recreation.
High Funding Priorities
- New and innovative projects or programs, including startups
- Projects which Foundation funds can be used as match, seed money, or challenge grant funding from other donors
- Projects which will make a significant impact in the community
- Projects which act as a catalyst for action and community participation
Low Funding Priorities
- Individuals, except in the form of scholarships
- Programs that fall appropriately under government funding
- Projects where DCCF is the sole funder
- Projects considered part of the school curriculum
- Attendance to conferences, seminars, or other similar events
- Advertising
Eligibility Criteria
- Type of Organization: Grantees must be registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization under the Internal Revenue Code, a governmental agency, or a qualified educational institution.
- Geographic Area: DCCF grants are only awarded to organizations benefiting Decatur County residents. Organizations need not be located in Decatur County, but the program must benefit their community.
For more information, visit DCCF.
