Grant Application
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The Rotary Club of Auburn through its Community Foundation is committed to providing service and support to community groups and activities.The Rotary Club of Auburn through its Community Foundation is committed to providing service and support to community groups and activities.
How much is available?
- The maximum grant award is $1,000.
Grant Deadlines:
- January 31 – for consideration in Round 1, February
- July 31 – for consideration in Round 2, August
Who is eligible?
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations and organizations using a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. The application for funding must be submitted by an officer of the 501(c)(3) requesting the funds.
- Organizations serving residents in the City of Auburn
- Organizations that have not received a community grant from the Auburn Rotary Community Foundation in the past 12 months
- Organizations that have submitted a final report for any completed program previously funded by the Foundation
What types of projects are funded?
- Grant requests must be for a specific specific project or activity.
- Projects not supported:
General operations
Capital projects
Endowments
Development funds
Foundations for their general funds
Fundraising events
Application Process:
- Complete the application by the deadline.
- You will receive confirmation that we’ve received your request within a week of submission.
- Notice of Award
- Requirements of accepting award:
a. Acknowledgement of Rotary’s participation must conform to Auburn Rotary guidelines outlined in your award letter.
b. Present a final report of the project at a Rotary Club meeting within two months of project completion.