Community Development Grant
Who can apply: Projects must address a need in youth opportunity, healthy community, and/or financial security, with priority for projects directly related to United Way of Southeast Mississippi's impact area goals. Requests must serve populations in Forrest, Lamar, Marion, and/or Perry counties. Proposed projects must benefit a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is registered as a charity and in good standing with the Mississippi Secretary of State. Funds must be used within 12 months of receipt. Recipients must provide a status report within six months and a final impact report at the end of the 12-month grant cycle. Funds cannot be used for ongoing program expenses, event sponsorships, or capital campaigns. A nonprofit may receive only one approved grant per fiscal year.
Deadline: Applications are reviewed quarterly in July, October, January, and April; no specific submission deadline is stated.