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 summarizing the use of 2024 grant funds to be eligible for 2025 grants. This report is embedded within the 2025 grant application.