2025 Town of Carbondale Grant Requests

COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT REQUESTS

2025
The deadline for grant applications is October 14, 2024, at 5:00 PM.

The Town of Carbondale allocates 1% of General Fund revenue to Community Grants. Large, regional non-profit organizations may request up to $500, while small, local non-profits can request up to $5,000. Priority will be given to organizations directly benefiting Carbondale residents.

To apply, submit one application by clicking "next." Proposals should be concise and focused on addressing the criteria. The Carbondale Board of Trustees will review applications and make funding decisions in November 2024. For more information, contact Town Clerk Jessica Markham at 970-510-1206 or jmarkham@carbondaleco.net.

Agency Name*
Executive Director or Board Chair's Name*

First NameLast Name
Executive Director or Board Chair's Email*
example@example.com
Name of submitter (if different)

First NameLast Name
Email of Submitter (if different)
example@example.com
Phone*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Amount Requested*
Large, regional non-profit organizations seeking the Town’s partnership/Letter of Support may request up to $500. Small, local non-profits may request up to $5,000
Funds Requested Are For*

General Operating BudgetSpecial Project Budget
Indicate which one of the Community Goals best describes your grant request's primary focus:*

Health and Human ServicesEducationEnvironmentalCulturalRegionalSpecial EventsRecreation
Town of Carbondale Grant Funding Received in 2024
Value of In-Kind Funding Received from the Town of Carbondale in 2023
Description of In-Kind Funding
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: In 25 words or less, explain what your grant request will accomplish.*

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Signature*

Proposal Narrative:
Agency Overview: Briefly describe your organization's mission and history.*
Member/Client Base: Who are your primary members/clients? Please include demographic and geographic information. What percentage of your members/clients are Carbondale residents and/or workers?*
Distinctive Activities: What are some unique activities or programs your organization offers? How does your organization involve volunteers or receive in-kind donations?*
Community Partnerships: Describe any community partnerships or collaborations your organization has. How do these partnerships enhance your services?*
Program or Service Description: What specific programs or services will this grant money support? Please detail who benefits from these programs, what activities are involved, and where and when they are conducted.*
Financial Need: Why do you need financial support from the Town of Carbondale? What contributions (beyond the grant dollars requested) do you expect from the town, such as labor, equipment, facility use, etc.?*
Funding Strategy: How do you plan to leverage this grant to secure support from other funding sources?*
Past Grant Usage: If applicable, how was the grant money from the Town of Carbondale used in previous years?*
Community Needs Addressed: What specific community needs do your programs or services address in Carbondale? How do you assess these community needs?*
Impact of Funding: How would your organization be impacted if you do not receive funding from the Town of Carbondale?*

Appendices

Note: All appendices are required.
Appendix A - Proof of non profit status*

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Appendix B - A current list of your board of directors, members, and officers, including city and state of residence. *

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Appendix C - Current year to date actual budget.*

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Appendix D - Provide the ratio of expenditures for administrative costs to program expenditures. *

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COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT REQUESTS

Proposal Narrative:

Appendices