Impact Grants

The Coweta Community Foundation’s Coweta Together Fund is excited to announce the opening of our 2024 Nonprofit Impact Grant cycle. Letters of Intent (LOI) will be accepted from August 1st to August 31st. Applications will open on September 1st and close on October 15th. This grant cycle is open to all 501(c)(3) organizations making an impact in Coweta.

Frequently Asked Questions

To be eligible for this grant cycle, organizations must serve Coweta residents and meet one of the following focus areas:

 

1. Health and Human Services:

* Healthcare Services: Hospitals, clinics, mental health services, and health education programs.
* Social Services: Support for families, elderly, and individuals facing homelessness or substance abuse issues.
* Disability Services: Advocacy, support, and services for individuals with disabilities.
* Emergency Relief and Disaster Assistance: Providing immediate aid and long-term support during and after natural disasters or crises.
* Attainable Housing: affordable housing projects, homeownership assistance, and housing advocacy

 

2. Education and Youth Development:

* K-12 Education: Supporting public and private schools, after-school programs, and educational resources.
* Higher Education: Colleges, universities, scholarships, and research institutions.
* Youth Development Programs: Mentorship, leadership training, and extracurricular activities for young people.
* Adult Education and Workforce Development: Continuing education, vocational training, and job readiness programs.

 

3. Arts, Culture, and Humanities:

* Arts and Cultural Organizations: Museums, theaters, galleries, and cultural festivals.
* Historical Preservation: Conserving and promoting historical sites and artifacts.
* Public Media and Communications: Public broadcasting, educational media, and community journalism.
* Literary and Performing Arts: Support for writers, musicians, dancers, and other artists.

 

4. Environmental and Food Sustainability:

* Environmental Conservation: Protecting natural resources, wildlife habitats, and promoting sustainability.
* Climate Change and Energy: Advocacy and initiatives for renewable energy and climate action.
* Animal Rescue and Welfare: Shelters, rescue organizations, and wildlife protection.
* Agriculture and Food Security: Sustainable farming practices, food banks, and hunger relief programs.

 

5. Women and Children’s Services:

* Women’s Health and Empowerment: Healthcare, reproductive rights, leadership programs, and advocacy for women’s rights.
* Domestic Violence and Abuse Support: Shelters, counseling, legal aid, and support services for survivors.
* Child Welfare and Protection: Foster care, child advocacy, prevention of child abuse, and support services.
* Economic Empowerment: Job training, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship programs for women and families.

* Letters of Intent (LOI): Open August 1st – August 31st.
* Application Period: Open September 1st – October 15th, 2024 (following LOI approval).
* Site Visits: Scheduled during LOI application for end of September through October.

 

Organizations will receive advance notice of site visits, which should include a facility tour and a meeting with the top executive.

 

Grant Awards: Announced in December 2024.