Kirby Civic Events Fund
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Kirby Civic Events Fund supports community organizations offering free civic events in the Tryon area, bringing residents of all ages and walks of life together for enrichment and enjoyment.
This grant was recently updated
The funder replaced its 2026 “Dates & Dollars” sheet with the 2027 version. The changed lines do not show specific deadline or funding changes for the Kirby Civic Events Fund.
Funder: Polk County Community Foundation
Due Dates: Grant cycles throughout the year (see Dates & Dollars)
Funding Amounts: Past grants have fully funded civic events
Summary: Supports community organizations offering free civic events that bring Tryon-area residents together for enrichment and enjoyment.
Key Information: A Letter of Intent is required before submitting a grant application.
Description
The Kirby Civic Events Fund, administered by Polk County Community Foundation, supports enjoyable civic events in the Tryon area that are free to the public. Part of the Kirby Endowment Fund, it reflects the Kirby family's charitable dream of providing edification and enjoyment to residents of all ages and walks of life. The fund places shared enjoyment and opportunities for neighbors to gather at the center of its community-building purpose.
Grants support one or more community organizations. Past funded events include the “Do-It-Yourself Messiah” and programs honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., illustrating the fund's support for cultural enjoyment and civic commemoration as ways to bring residents together.
