Major Grant

The Story County Community Foundation will award one grant in 2008 of up to $20,000. We
welcome proposals for projects that benefit a broad spectrum of the community or a
chronically underserved segment of the population.

We are looking for a project which:
--addresses significant community issues
--presents an innovative, creative, and practical proposal that builds on community strengths
--presents a clear work plan that shows the ability to achieve the project's goals
--encourages cooperation, create efficiencies and reduce duplication of services
--develops the leadership potential of the community
--involves the people served in the planning and implementation of the project
--demonstrates quality, vision, collaboration and good management
--provides a plan for sustainability beyond the funding period

In order to screen for the most viable projects and limit the number of organizations
investing their time applying, an Intent to Apply Form is required for anyone
interested in applying for the Major Grant of up to $20,000. The allocation committee
will review the forms and invite applicants to submit a full application requesting
funding. These applications will be due September 30, 2008.

Intent to Apply forms must be postmarked before August 1, 2008.
Mail to SCCF * P.O. Box 1666 * Ames, IA 50010

Please note:
*If the Major Grant application is not successful, and agency or organization may also apply
for the $6000 Community Grant.
*A separate application is required.