HOW TO APPLY
Submit an application by the deadline of December 1. Applicants should anticipate up to a 90 day waiting period before grants are awarded. Grant monies can not be used to fund activities occurring before final notification has been made.
GRANT AMOUNTS
A goal of the Community Foundation of Louisa County is to give grants to as many eligible applicants as possible, therefore as a general guideline Community Foundation of Louisa County grants are awarded in amounts ranging from $500 to $3,500. In any given year an organization may apply and receive grants for more than one project.
WHAT WE DO NOT FUND
- Individuals
- Programs or initiatives where the primary purpose is the promotion of religious doctrine or tenets; however, religious groups are permitted to apply for grants serving a non-religious purpose
- Political action or legislative advocacy groups
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
The Community Foundation of Louisa County is looking for projects that foster connections between Louisa County communities, residents, create partnerships with multiple organizations and that enable beneficiaries to give as well as receive.
The Foundation provides funding for a variety of interest areas. The quality, innovation, thoughtfulness and effectiveness of a project are of more importance than the specific interest area. That said, areas of interest are the arts, education, environment and social programs with priorities as identified by the foundation’s assessment of Louisa County needs.
Particular consideration will be given to projects that exhibit the following characteristics:
- Have clear, logical, realistic plans
- Are led by strong, proven organizations and individuals
- Already have support of key stakeholders (clients, community, intended partners, etc.)
- Utilize CFLC funds to acquire or match funds from outside Louisa County
- Employ an innovative approach to a defined problem
- Serve as a model for other communities and organizations
- Have realistic plans for long-term sustainability
- Build an organization’s own capacity to carry out its mission in the future
- Advance the quality of life in Louisa County
To summarize:
- We believe in the enhancement of, and will encourage efficient utilization of, our community’s resources.
- We hope to eliminate duplication and promote cooperation.
- We focus on our communities’ needs.
