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Grants Available From Community Foundation Grey Bruce

Community Foundation Grey Bruce is ready to hand out some money.

Non profit organizations across Grey and Bruce Counties have to apply by April 15 for spring grants for projects and programs.

The proposals should fit the foundation's categories of arts and culture, children's interests, education, poverty reduction, environmental endeavors, health and wellness, or recreation.

Programs for disadvantaged children may receive up to $5,000, while other endeavors can apply for up to $3,000.

The Community Foundation Grey Bruce was set up in 1994 to build community vitality by encouraging endowment building and partnerships.

The program provides grants to a wide variety of non profit organizations that provide necessary services to residents.

Organizations may access the application under the Granting tab at www.communityfoundationgreybruce.com.

Applicants should contact the  Grant Co-ordinator Wendy Bachiu at wendy.bachiu@cfgb.ca or phone the Community Foundation office at 519-371- 7203 to discuss the eligibility of their project before filling out an application.

Community Foundation Grey Bruce also is calling for Letters of Intent to apply for a Capital Grant for Fall/Winter of 2017. Letters will be received by mail or by email until the deadline of June 1, 2017. Criteria is posted on the website.

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