Who is eligible to apply for a grant from the Annie Penn Community Trust?
What are the application deadlines for the Trust?
Will you fund collaborative efforts from several organizations?
Do you fund projects that benefit individuals outside Rockingham County?
Do you fund medical research?
Do you provide grant funding for capital projects?
Should I contact the Trust prior to submitting a Letter Of Interest?
Will the Trust fund grants for more than one year?
How do I submit an application for a grant?
Do you fund general operating costs of organizations?
Can an organization receive grants more than once from the Trust?
If I have never submitted a grant application before, is someone available to help me?
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–Who is eligible to apply for a grant from the Annie Penn Community Trust?
A – To be eligible to apply for a grant from the Trust, an applicant must be either:
(1)-A public charity as described under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1986.
(2)-A governmental unit that is applying for grant funds solely for public
purposes.
(3)-A public institution that is applying for grant funds solely for public
purposes.
Q
– What are the application deadlines for the Trust?
A –
The Trust conducts two grant cycles each fiscal year. Letter of Interest deadlines are
August
15 and February 15. Grant application deadlines are
October 15 and April 15.
Q - Will you fund collaborative efforts from several organizations?
A –
Yes. In fact, the Trust places priority on projects that involve collaboration between
two or more organizations.
Q
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Do you fund projects that benefit individuals outside Rockingham County?
A –
No.
Q
- Do you fund medical research?
A – No.
Q
- Do you provide grant funding for capital projects?
A – Yes. Grants may be awarded for equipment purchases or for
construction.
Q
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Should I contact the Trust prior to submitting a Letter Of Interest?
A –
No, unless you have questions about funding guidelines or the application process.
Q
- Will the Trust fund grants for more than one year?
A –
The Trust will consider funding programs/projects for up to three years. However, the second and third years of funding are contingent upon satisfactory results or progress
in the previous year of funding.
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- How do I submit an application for a grant?
A –
The process begins with the submission of a Letter of Interest form. This form is
available on the Trust web site or by calling the Trust office at
634-1669. Application
forms can be obtained in the same manner.
Q
- Do you fund general operating costs of organizations?
A –
The Trust considers itself primarily as a funding source for new programs, as well as a catalyst for their development and long-term viability. However, the Trust may consider funding for ongoing operations.
Q - Can an organization receive grants more than once from the Trust?
A
– The Trust has set no limit on the number of grants an organization can
receive. However, the Trust does not generally provide ongoing support for a program or project.
Q
- If I have never submitted a grant application before, is someone available to help me?
A
– If you are unsure of how to proceed with the application process, call the Trust office
at 634-1669. A staff member will explain the process to you and go over the information that is required, but will not assist you with the preparation.
