How do I apply for a grant?

Download the .pdf application on Apply Page.

Before completing the grant application, be sure to:

• Read all instructions thoroughly before beginning.
• Be thorough. Do not skip questions unless they in no way apply to your request.
• Avoid repetition of ideas.
• Be concise, yet informative in your proposal.

Writing a clean, understandable narrative is key. Grant Applications will be reviewed by Foundation at its regularly scheduled meetings or at least on a quarterly basis, with a funding decision approximately 1-2 weeks from the review meeting date, unless additional information is needed to evaluate the application. Funds will be made available within 4 months of the funding decision. Due to the Foundation’s desire to fund as many worthwhile programs as possible, requests for capital improvements will not be considered at this time.

Please send your completed Application to:

Wyoming County Community Health Foundation
5954 SR 6
Tunkhannock, PA

Phone 570-996-1645

Fax 570-836-4569

What is the criteria to receive a grant?

Must submit form 990 for approval.

What is a foundation?

A foundation is a non-governmental entity that is established as a nonprofit corporation or a charitable trust, with a principal purpose of making grants to unrelated organizations, institutions, or individuals for scientific, educational, cultural, religious, or other charitable purposes. This broad definition encompasses two foundation types: private foundations and grantmaking public charities.

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