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www.MCFoundation.org
36 Donham Plaza
Middletown, Ohio 45042
Phone 513-424-7369
Fax 513-424-7555
email: info@mcfoundation.org

Copyright © 2003
Middletown Community
Foundation
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Common Grant Information

Middletown Community Foundation is a permanent, non-profit, public charity created by citizens in our community to enrich the quality of life for residents of greater Middletown. Grants made from unrestricted funds are used to support programs in the fields of education, human health and social needs, community development, the arts, recreation and the environment.

Grant applications are considered by a Distribution Committee comprised of Foundation Trustees and community volunteers. Applications are evaluated for their ability to meet a need and improve the quality of life for the community. Applying organizations are viewed as partners in serving the community more than direct beneficiaries of Foundation support.

How to apply

What we require

What we look for

Who can receive a grant

Whate we do not fund

Application

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a single application, multiple copies are not necessary, that contains all the information listed under "What We Require". Applicants should anticipate a 60 to 90 day waiting period. Grant monies can not be used to fund activities occurring before notification has been made.

For more information call the Foundation office at 513-424-7369 or e-mail us at info@mcfoundation.org

WHAT WE REQUIRE

Each application should include the following information:

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
        - Legal name and address of organization
        - The organization's mission statement
        - Contact person, title, phone and e-mail address
        - IRS letter stating that the organization has been determined as eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions
        - Most recent IRS Form 990 or operating statement
        - Roster of Trustees/Board Members
        - Statement of support for grant submission signed by President on behalf of board

ABOUT THE PROGRAM/PROJECT
        - Project name
        - Amount of funding requested
        - Person who will oversee program/project including title, phone number, and e-mail address
        - Program narrative of no more than five pages describing the following:
                   - Community need to be met
                   - How the program will meet this need
                   - Who will benefit
                   - Start and completion dates
                   - How the program will be evaluated for success
                   - Project budget including all revenue and expenses

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

Middletown Community Foundation particularly welcomes projects that:

           - Encourage more efficient use of community resources, promote cooperation and eliminate duplication of services.
           - Have multiple funders that demonstrate community collaboration.
           - Focus on meeting a community need rather than supporting the work of a specific organization.
           - Create safe, positive living environments.
           - Enable families to develop the skills and resources needed to support and nurture each other.
           - Foster the development of responsible young people.

WHO CAN RECEIVE A GRANT

Middletown Community Foundation grants are awarded to charitable organizations designated tax exempt by the IRS under Section 501 (c) (3) or governmental bodies such as boards of educations, libraries or parks.

Grants are limited to programs serving the greater Middletown area: Middletown, Monroe, Trenton, Franklin and Madison Township.

Grants are made four times a year. Each grant cycle is limited to a specific area.

Deadlines for grants are as follows:

                                                             March 1 and September 1st:
                                                                      - Recreation, Arts, Festivals
                                                                      - Community Development

                                                             June 1 & December 1:
                                                                      - Quality Education
                                                                      - Human Needs

Applications must reach the Foundation office by 5 p.m. on the deadline for consideration. Multiple copies are not necessary. Form letters will not be reviewed or acknowledged.

WHAT WE DO NOT FUND

Like most foundations, we receive more requests than we can fund. As a result the foundation does not consider proposals for the following:

          - Individuals
          - General operating budgets of established organizations
          - Organizations without IRS 501 (c) (3) tax exemption determination
          - National or regional organizations unless program addresses local needs
          - Programs or initiatives where the primary purpose is the promotion of religious doctrine or tenets
          - Political action or legislative advocacy groups
          - Endowments
          - Medical or other research organizations
          - Organizations located in or benefiting nations other than the U.S.

Fraternal groups, athletic teams, bands, veterans organizations, volunteer firefighters and similar groups may be considered for projects with specific charitable goals.