[Community Foundation Alliance](https://www.communityfoundationalliance.org)

March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typically $24,000+ awarded annually, individual grant and award sizes vary.

Supports educational innovation and excellence in Gibson County, Indiana, through funding for seminars, enrichment projects, and teaching achievement awards.

For organizations and educators serving Gibson County, Indiana only.

--- ## Description The Betty Ann McCullough Grants Programs, administered by the Gibson County Community Foundation (an affiliate of the Community Foundation Alliance), are designed to foster educational excellence and innovation within Gibson County, Indiana. The program consists of three main grant streams: - **Education Seminar and Convocation Grant:** Provides funding to public and private schools in Gibson County to host seminars and convocations aimed at enhancing educators' skills in science, mathematics, and language arts. - **Enrichment Project Grant:** Supports innovative educational projects, programs, and equipment for schools (including higher education institutions), libraries, and public education organizations to improve mathematics, science, and language arts education for youth and adults. - **Teaching Achievement Grant:** Recognizes public school educators (teachers, aides, assistants, or tutors) for outstanding dedication and success in improving students’ mathematics or language arts skills. Nominations must come from educators, staff, or parents (no self-nominations). These grants honor the legacy of Betty Ann McCullough, a long-serving educator and advocate for education in Gibson County. --- ## Due Dates - **March 2027**: Full application deadline (applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - In recent years, the total annual funding awarded has exceeded $24,000, with individual grant sizes varying by program and applicant need. - Typical awards cover project costs, seminar expenses, or educator recognition and professional development. - Funding is competitive and subject to available resources each year. --- ## Eligibility - **Geographic Focus:** All applicants and projects must serve Gibson County, Indiana. - **Eligible Applicants:** - Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) and 509(a) tax-exempt status - Governmental agencies serving Gibson County - Public and private schools, libraries, and other public education organizations based in or with substantial programs in Gibson County - Organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply if the project is charitable and supports a community need, but may be required to secure a fiscal sponsor (see [fiscal sponsorship info](https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/tools-resources/fiscal-sponsorship-nonprofits)) - **Teaching Achievement Grant:** Nominees must be public school educators (teacher, aide, assistant, or tutor) at the primary or secondary level in Gibson County public schools. Self-nominations are not accepted. --- ## Application Process - **Orientation:** New prospective applicants are encouraged to schedule an orientation meeting with the Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact. - **Application:** Submit applications online via the [Community Foundation Alliance grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=alliance9). Use the access code "gib" for this program. - **Supporting Documents:** Required uploads include: - Current board roster with professional affiliations - Organization’s current annual operating budget - Most recent financial statement - Fiscal sponsor agreement letter (if applicable) - **Review:** Applications are reviewed by the McCullough Education Committee, with funding recommendations made to the Community Foundation Alliance Board of Directors. - **Notification:** All applicants are notified in writing of the outcome, typically by late May. - **Reporting:** Final reports may be required for funded projects. --- ## Additional Information - **Fiscal Sponsorship:** Organizations without 501(c)(3) status must provide a written agreement from a fiscal sponsor willing to receive and manage grant funds. - **No lobbying:** Applicants may not lobby or solicit committee members during the review process. - **Repeat Applicants:** Prior grantees may apply in subsequent years if eligibility criteria are still met. --- ## External Links - [Program Information & Guidelines](https://www.gibsoncountycf.org/betty-ann-mccullough-grants-programs) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=alliance9) - [Community Foundation Alliance](https://www.communityfoundationalliance.org) - [Fiscal Sponsorship Resources](https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/tools-resources/fiscal-sponsorship-nonprofits) - [IRS Charitable Purposes Guidance](https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-purposes) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Address | |-------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------|----------------|-------------------------------------| | Amy Smith, Regional Director of Community Engagement & Impact | asmith@communityfoundationalliance.org | 812-386-8082 | 127 N. Hart St (in The HUB), Princeton, IN 47670 | | Gibson County Community Foundation (main office) | [Contact Form](https://www.gibsoncountycf.org/about-us#Staff) | 812-386-8082 | PO Box 319, Princeton, IN 47670 | | Community Foundation Alliance (Evansville office) | | 812-429-1191 | 20 NW 3rd Street, Suite 820, Evansville, IN 47708 | ---

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