Communities of Coastal Georgia

Who is eligible to apply?

Must be an IRS approved charitable entity.  These organizations include 501(c)(3) public charities, local schools, local government entities, religious and civic organizations if the grant will be used strictly for charitable purposes as defined by the Internal Revenue Code, Section 170.

Organizations that have previously received a grant from the Foundation and have overdue grant reports are not eligible for new grant funding.  If you have questions about your organization's reporting status, please contact our office.

What types of projects qualify for funding?

Currently the Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation has identified two major areas of focus:  Capacity Building and Education/Literacy.  We support programs for education/literacy as well as equipment purchases, staff/board development, strategic planning, and technology upgrades, among others.

What types of projects do NOT qualify for funding?

The Foundation does not approve programatic support for fields of interest outside those identified above.  Neither does it provide support for the following:  religious activities, debt retirement, capital programs, political activities, tickets for benefits, telephone solicitations, or organizations/projects working primarily to influence legislation.

What does the review committee look for in an application?

• Service within Camden, McIntosh and Glynn Counties
• A clear and compelling need within the nonprofit for capacity building
• An appropriate and well-developed program that will address an identified education/literacy or capacity building need
• A reasonable, detailed project budget

When is the application deadline and when would the money be available?

At this time, the Community Foundation reviews applications once a year.  A screening process is used requiring the submission of a Letter of Intent Form by the applicant prior to being invited to submit a grant application.  A LOI Form is available on the Applications section under Community Impact Grants on this website.  After submission and review of the LOI Form, if selected, an organization will asked to complete the Community Impact Grant Application Form.

• Letter of Intent (LOI)Form due by:  December 16, 2011
  
• Money Available:  Early June, 2012
  

How do I submit my Letter of Intent Form?

The LOI Form will be available on the website for downloading prior to the 2012 grant cycle.  Once completed you may submit by email or mail to the Foundation.  You will receive a card acknowledging our reciept of the LOI Form.

Please feel free to visit the Foundation located in downtown Brunswick on the second floor of the Zell Building on Gloucester Street.  We would be happy to meet with you to discuss your project or proposal.