The Stanly County Community Foundation is accepting applications for its 2024 grant program. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, congregations, governmental and educational institutions.

The Foundation looks for programs and strategies that address community needs and will prioritize requests that focus on arts and culture, education, healthcare, housing, human services and youth. Funding requests that fall outside of these areas will also be considered. Proposed projects or programs must serve residents of Stanly County.

Award amounts will be determined based on the merits of the proposed project. Previous awards have ranged from $1,000 to $5,000, but the Foundation will consider awards up to $8,000. Proposals for larger grant awards are encouraged to identify additional funding sources and partnerships with other organizations.

To begin the application process, visit fftcgrants.communityforce.com and select “Stanly County Community Foundation” to access the online application. Returning applicant organizations can log in to the Online Grants Center using their previously established ID and password. First-time applicant organizations can create a new account.

Completed applications must be submitted by noon March 29. The online grant application closes promptly at 12 p.m. and will not accept late submissions.

Contact Alex Wiltberger with further questions about the application process at 704-973-4914 or awiltberger@fftc.org.

Established in 1999 as a permanent endowment, the Stanly County Community Foundation benefits a wide range of charitable purposes. As an affiliate of Charlotte-based Foundation For The Carolinas, the Stanly Foundation inspires philanthropy, increases charitable giving and strengthens the community. Visit www.stanlycounty-cf.org for more information.