The United Way of the Coalfield has announced new grant opportunities to help address the health and educational needs of children and families in Hopkins, Muhlenberg, and Webster counties.
Executive Director Ashley Alexander explains that the grant funding is provided through the Heidi Badgett Fund.
click to download audioAccording to Alexander, this year’s grant cycle will prioritize projects that:
– Encourage collaboration among nonprofit agencies
– Offer innovative programming with matching funds
– Support ongoing programs demonstrating measurable outcomes
– Assist capital campaigns that include a sustainable maintenance plan
Alexander says eligible applicants must be nonprofit organizations with at least two years of operation, and their programs must specifically serve children from birth to age 17 and their families.
Applications are due by September 19, with grant recipients to be announced by September 26.
Applications, guidelines, and reporting requirements can be requested directly from United Way of the Coalfield.
Interested organizations may contact:
Ashley Alexander, Executive Director
(270) 821-3170
ashley@unitedwayofthecoalfield.org
Jill Martin, Office Manager
(270) 821-3170
