Eligibility Requirements for Organizations

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• Organizations must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt or government entity.

• Organizations must provide services that improve the health, education or 
  welfare of Darke County residents.

• The following groups are not eligible:

  • Organizations that limit their services to members of any one religious group.

  • Organizations whose primary purpose is to influence legislation, 
    political viewpoint, or promotion of a political candidate.
     

Available Grants

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• The Darke County Foundation will award a total of about $100,000 to 50 organizations. Individual grant awards are usually $1,000-$3,000.

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Application Process

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• All applicants (recipients and non-recipients) will be notified of results within 45 days of deadline. Recipients will receive payment within 60 days of deadline.

• If approved grant is one of several funding sources needed to complete a project, the Foundation has the discretion to delay payment until the organization has secured funding to complete the project.

• 2024 grant recipients must complete a report that summarizes the use of 2024 grant funds to be eligible for the next year's grants. This report will be part of the 2025 grant application. Organizations do not need to submit a report separate from the 2025 grant application.