Allocation Process Information
December 1st of each year marks the opening of the United Way of Beaverhead County's Community Grant Funding Application Period. During this time we accept applications for funding from non-profit organizations who provide a service or have a direct impact in this county. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN JANUARY 31ST, 2021.
TIMELINES:
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December 1st, 2020 Application Period Opens
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January 31st, 2021 Deadline for Submission
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First week in March 2021 - Applicant Presentations
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March 8th, 2021 Award amounts are announced
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March 15th 2020 Annual Financial Reports for 2020/2021 Cycle are due
PROGRAM GUIDELINES:
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Applications are accepted for specific projects focusing on education, health, or financial stability within Beaverhead County
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Projects must be accomplished within a 12-month period (March 2021-February 2022)
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Projects must support a long lasting, positive impact on the service area
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Projects for construction costs will be evaluated on a case by case basis, but MUST be completed within the 12 month period and have a broad community impact
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Funding from United Way of Beaverhead County CANNOT be used for salaries/wages, overhead costs, repayment of debt or capital campaigns
EVALUATION CRITERIA:
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Projects are evaluated based on community impact, volume of people served, and the success of previous programs