John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County

The John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County was established through a generous gift by Monroe County natives, John and his sister, Louise. Louise and John's desire to help secure advanced educational opportunities for students and leave a philanthropic legacy dedicated to improving the lives of residents of Monroe County became a reality in l998 with the establishment of a permanent charitable endowment for Monroe County. The Fund was created to benefit the economic, social, cultural and educational well-being of Monroe County residents and their communities. Grants from the Fund are intended to encourage creative use of area resources and contribute to the quality of life of Monroe County residents.

Successful applicants for one-year grants will propose innovative projects or programs that: make a significant contribution to the health and welfare of Monroe County and utilize its unique assets; directly benefit families, women and/or children; provide educational and cultural opportunities; support community or economic development, historic preservation, and/or environmental enhancement; or build the capacity of the organization and its leadership to more effectively carry out its mission.

Examples of possible projects include education and outreach activities (after-school program, community career day, artist-in-residence program); community development activities (health fair, community clean-up day, oral history program); and organizational development to build the skills of local nonprofits (i.e. strategic planning retreat, fundraising, membership drive).

John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County grant opportunities are only available to organizations that reside within or serve the residents of Monroe County.

Grant info:

• One-year grants
• Grants generally range from $500 to $4,000
• Supports projects between December 1, 2010 - December 1, 2011
• Application deadline: September 3, 2010 (postmark)

2010 John D. Grubb and Louise G. Sumner Fund for Monroe County RFP (Click here for guidelines)

For further information, please contact Terry Holley (865) 524-1223, toll-free at 877-524-1223 or by e-mail at tholley@etf.org.

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