We extend our special thanks to our Youth Advisory Committee and their advisors, Carolyn and Jack Marquis. Under the leadership of Martha Donnelly, and with the faithful participation of each member, these young people have assisted greatly in raising funds, assessing youth needs, and allocating grants. To all who have given of their time, energy and resources to the work of Holland Community Foundation during 1994, we extend our sincere thanks. James E. Townsend President Grant applications are available annually between November 15 and January 15. Grants are given in the areas of education, arts, health, social services, the conservation and preservation of historical and cultural resources, and needs of youth and elderly.
Priority is given to innovative, new projects which benefit the city of Holland and area townships.
Grants are one time only for specific purposes, not for annual operating expense. Grants are given to tax exempt, non profit organizations. Named Funds have nearly doubled in 1994. Frequently these endowed funds bear the donor's name. Because these funds are always fully invested, with the income used to meet needs and enrich life in accordance with the donor's wishes, these, in effect, become permanent gifts to the community.