CLINTON, Ind –  The Vermillion County Community Foundation in partnership with the Wabash Valley Community Foundation and the United Way of the Wabash Valley are seeking grant applications from Vermillion County non-profit organizations to support immediate economic stability and basic needs in light of the current pandemic.

“The purpose of this grant opportunity is to quickly and effectively grant resources to community-based organizations best positioned to meet the emerging needs resulting from the crisis,” explained Dale White, CEO for the Vermillion County Community Foundation.  “The grant dollars will go to any organization including but not limited to healthcare, education, business or non-profit, that understand the need and can support local residents and families who are most affected by emergency health, economic, and social impact of the COVID-19 virus.”  While the grants will not be to individuals, White explained that it will be funding non-profits or other entities, who can then provide people and families with services and support right here in Vermillion County.

Organizations may apply for a maximum of $5,000 and can reapply two weeks after a previous grant disbursement.  Grant applications are reviewed weekly.

Recent Vermillion County recipients include:

∙  $3,000 for Kid Kare Project – increased need for hygiene products, food and gas

∙  $5,000 for Valley Professional Community Health Center – provide equipment for
telehealth needs and personal protective equipment

∙  $5,000 for First Christian Church of Clinton – increased need for food pantry

∙  $5,000 for Parke-Vermillion County Humane Society – increased demand to care of
animals

∙  $4,400 for Reading Boot Camp – provide 23 students with an HD Tablet and internet
access cards to attend virtual Reading Boot Camp.

For more information contact, please visit, www.uwwv.org or contact Dale White at the Vermillion County Community Foundation at 765-832-8665, ext. 4.