Applying for a Grant
Fund for Homer, Bessie Edwards Education Fund, and the Youth Advisory Committee proposals must include:
- Grants, which show promise of helping a broad segment of citizens of the Homer area or help a traditional underserved portion of the population, will be looked upon favorably by the grant review committee.
- Organization name, date, address, phone number, contact name, authorized signature, and amount requested.
- Description of yourself or organization.
- Summarize the purpose of your request. What will you specifically do with requested funds? Include examples, where appropriate, of community support, commitment to community improvement and promotion of self-improvement for participating individuals.
- Project timeline (approximate start, implementation and completion).
- Describe the recipients of beneficiaries of this project or program.
- Include a detailed budget along with other possible sources of funding.
- Provide a description of your evaluation plan along with how you plan to continue the project of program (if applicable).
- Provide an overview of the positive impact this project will have on this community. Detail what makes this project special. You may include supporting documents if desired.
- Include 10 copies of application.
- Keep proposals to a maximum of 8 pages (including supporting materials).
- Meet deadlines – late applications will be asked to resubmit for the following grant cycle.
- Proposals must be signed by the superintendent of school or organization president prior to application to hacf.
Applications can be mailed or faxed to the Homer Area Community Foundation, P.O. Box 201, Homer, MI 49245; Phone: 517-568-3495. Please call if you have any questions. We will be happy to assist you.
Download your basic grant application here: .doc .pdf
Please check with the specific fund you are applying to for additional essay or financial requirements.
