Therefore, they are the Foundation's best means of responding to the community's current and emerging needs. These funds are distributed yearly through the Community Service Grant process. Designated funds are established by a donor for the benefit of a particular organization, such as the American Red Cross. Grants from these funds are distributed either annually, semi-annually or quarterly as decided by the donor. Focus areas may be in education, healthcare or something more specific, such as youth sports.
Potential grantees submit an application, which are acted upon monthly.
Awards are decided upon by a special committee. Scholarship funds are set aside by a donor to assist in the educational costs of local students. Extremely flexible, these funds may be set with a variety of conditions for awards. Awards are decided upon by a committee designated by the donor. The reputation of the Foundation for professional scholarship management has made scholarship funds one of our most popular fund types.