Deadline approaching for multiple grant opportunities

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Nonprofits invited to apply for available grants

Deadline approaching for multiple grant opportunities

St. Marys, PA, Sept. 9, 2019: The Elk County Community Foundation (ECCF) announces they are now accepting grant applications for several funds held at the foundation. Applications are due in the near future.

The Ridgway Borough Charitable Fund is accepting grant requests for the current grant cycle with an application deadline of September 20. Ridgway Borough Charitable Fund’s purpose is to provide financial support to those non-profit organizations whose application reflects a purpose or project that will benefit the residents of the Borough of Ridgway.

Two additional funds, the Harrison and Muriel Dauer Stackpole Family Fund and the Elk County Development Fund will accept grant applications until October 15. These funds look to support community development initiatives that will enhance the economic and community wellbeing of Elk County. The Foundation encourages organizations that will serve a particular need of the community and will make a lasting impact on the overall community to apply. Projects should include activities that are innovative and have a plan to be self-sustaining.

ECCF welcomes all applications for funding as part of its mission to promote the betterment of the community and to enhance the quality of life for all residents. Grants are made to support programs serving all persons regardless of race, religion or creed and are made only to charitable organizations.

Organizations are invited to submit their application to the Foundation as soon as possible. More information and the application for each fund may be found on their website at www.elkcountyfoundation.org.  Applications are now fillable and should be completed electronically and emailed back to the Foundation at eccf@elkcountyfoundation.org. More detailed instructions for applying for a grant can be viewed on the website.

ECCF is a nonprofit organization that manages endowed funds established by donors to benefit area nonprofit organizations. Donor gifts are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law. For more information about grant requests or other opportunities at the Foundation please contact Paula Fritz Eddy at 814-834-2125.

PHOTO: Among the many community projects supported by the Elk County Community Foundation’s 2018 grant funding cycle was the purchase of flower basket brackets for the St. Marys Heritage Preservation Group. All non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply for grants that will support projects that serve a specific need in our communities. Please be aware of application deadlines.

Women Who Care invites non-profits to apply for grants

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Nonprofits encouraged to apply for WWC grants

Does your 501 (c) 3 organization have a project in need of funding? Grant applications for Women Who Care (WWC) grants are now open for the granting year. WWC will award approximately $30,000 in grants at their annual meeting in October. The deadline for grant applications is August 15, 2019.

Women Who Care is a project of the Elk County Community Foundation. It is a women’s giving circle that is a pooled fund where the members decide what projects are important to them to enhance the needs of families in Elk County.

The grants will be awarded by a competitive grant-making process. For granting guidelines and an application please download the WWC Grant Application at www.elkcountyfoundation.org and follow the instructions to apply. Inquiries can be directed to Paula Fritz Eddy of the Elk County Community Foundation at 814-834-2125 or by email at eccf@elkcountyfoundation.org.

Awards may be considered for new projects, or to enhance well-established programs. Awards may also be considered for start-up funds. Organizations may apply for funding annually but the same project will not be considered more than once, unless unusual circumstances exist. Requests must not duplicate the work of other local organizations, and must reflect sustainability and/or other ongoing support.

The Women Who Care membership consists of 230 women from Elk County who are committed to supporting projects that will benefit women and their families. Since its inception in 2009, WWC has granted $180,200 to provide assistance to important projects. All women are invited to join this philanthropic women’s giving circle.

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In 2018 WWC funded a $3,600 grant for the St. Marys Area Schools Food for Friends Program. This teacher-driven program offers backpacks filled with nutritious food to provide weekend and holiday break meals to elementary age children who may not otherwise have adequate meals on non-school days.

Michelle Campbell Scholarship Awarded

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Michelle A. Campbell Memorial Nursing Scholarship

The Michelle A. Campbell Memorial Nursing Scholarship Fund, administered by The Elk County Community Foundation, recently awarded $2000 to Emily Catalano. Emily was a 2017 graduate of Ridgway Area High School and is attending Edinboro University for a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

Michelle Campbell, the number one student in her nursing class, was dedicated to helping others and learning to be the best nurse she could be. Pictured with Emily (sitting on the right), are Michelle’s sister, Candy Frey (Standing) and her mother, Joyce (sitting on the Left).  Michelle’s family established this scholarship in her memory.

The Elk County Community Foundation Board extends their gratitude to the Campbell family who have seen a need to support the youth of today. If you have questions about the Foundation or are interested in establishing a scholarship, please contact us at 814-834-2125 or check out our website at www.elkcountyfoundation.org.

St. Marys Legion groups award scholarships

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St. Marys American Legion Post, Son of, and Auxiliary Award Scholarships

The Elk County Community Foundation recently announced the winners of their scholarships.  New this year all three groups from the local American Legion presented scholarships to St. Marys students.   The St. Marys American Legion Post #103, St. Marys Sons of the American Legion and St. Marys American Legion Auxiliary all established individual scholarships with slightly different criteria but all focused on the awareness and importance of our military veterans. Each group awarded a total of $500 to support 4 local youth with a total of $1500.

From the left to right the Legion Post #103 is represented by Donald Wilhelm with their winner Nick Daghir from ECCHS.  Next to Nick is Isabella Ehrensberger, SMAHS, who received the Auxiliary scholarship that Cathy Johnson, behind her, presented.  Next in the picture is Hunter Cashmer from ECCHS who was welcomed by Sons of the Legion members, Mike Pollick, Joe Gnan and Ken Gnan. Missing from photo was Shane Price from SMAHS who also won one of the Post #103 Scholarships.

 

The Elk County Community Foundation Board extends their gratitude to all of the St. Marys American Legion groups who saw a need and believes in the youth of today.   Anyone interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the Foundation at 814-834-2125 or get more information from the website, www.elkcountyfoundation.org

 

Straub Brewery awards scholarships to local students

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Straub Brewery Supports Local Students With Scholarships

The Elk County Community Foundation recently met at the new Straub Brewery Visitors Center to announce the 2019 Straub Brewery Scholarship winners.  Employees from Straub Brewery came out to congratulate the winners from Elk County Catholic, Alex Breindel and Hunter Cashimer; and St. Marys Area High Schools, Isabella Ehrensberger and Ann Tyger. This year These students were selected and awarded $1000 each in the form of a scholarship from the Straub Brewery Fund administered by the Elk County Community Foundation. Employees are on either side of the scholarship winners from left to right: Back: AJ Alexander, Hunter Cashmer, Ann Tyger, Front: Jessy Hoffman, Cathy Lenze, Isabella Ehrensberger, Roseann Crissman, Alex Breindel, Bill Brock, and Foundation Scholarship Manager Kris Kronenwetter.

Straub Brewery has supported local students with this scholarship for fourteen years. These scholarships recognize high school seniors who have displayed outstanding qualities in academic achievement, leadership, and community service.

Over $190,000 was distributed this year to over 178 students through the scholarships that are administered by the Elk County Community Foundation in 7 counties.

The Elk County Community Foundation Board extends their gratitude to Straub Brewery who has seen a need and believes in the youth of today.   Anyone interested in establishing a scholarship can contact the Foundation at 814-834-2125 or get more information from the website, www.elkcountyfoundation.org