[Polk County Community Foundation](https://www.polkccf.org)

June 2026 (Q2 cycle) | September 2026 (Q3 cycle) | March 2027 (Q1 cycle)

Typical awards range from under $1,000 up to tens of thousands of dollars per project; most event grants are one-year.

Supports creative, educational, and entertaining free public events at the Gibbs Amphitheater in Rogers Park to strengthen community ties.

--- ## Description The Kirby Rogers Park Innovative Events Fund, administered by the Polk County Community Foundation, provides grants to support entertaining, educational, and innovative events at the Gibbs Amphitheater at Rogers Park. The fund aims to foster community engagement and enjoyment for residents of all ages by enabling free public events, such as theatrical performances, concerts, and interactive activities. Grants are intended to enrich the local cultural life and strengthen community connections. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026: Full application deadline for Q2 competitive grants cycle (anticipated/projected) - September 2026: Full application deadline for Q3 competitive grants cycle (anticipated/projected) - March 2027: Full application deadline for Q1 competitive grants cycle (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Most competitive grants from the Foundation range from under $1,000 for small events to tens of thousands of dollars for larger projects. - Event grants are typically awarded for a one-year period. - Exact funding levels vary; applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation for current available funds. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public school systems, or units of government serving Polk County, NC and the surrounding area (including Landrum, SC). - Events must: - Be held at the Gibbs Amphitheater at Rogers Park. - Be entertaining, educational, and/or innovative in nature. - Be free to the public. If donations or admissions are collected to cover event costs, all net proceeds (revenues in excess of expenses) must be returned to the Rogers Park Fund. - Organizations new to the Foundation or without a grant history should contact the Foundation to confirm eligibility prior to applying. --- ## Application Process - Submit a brief Letter of Intent online to confirm eligibility and project fit: [Letter of Intent Form](https://forms.gle/p9XakFYfJ24Dp4b79) - Eligible organizations will be invited to submit a full application via the [Grants Portal](https://polkgrants.communityforce.com/Login.aspx). - Review the [Guidelines & Funds for Nonprofit Organizations](https://www.polkccf.org/s/2026_GrantGuidelines-gtkz.pdf) for detailed instructions. - Applications must be complete and submitted by the published deadline for the relevant cycle. - Applicants are encouraged to contact the Director of Grants for guidance or to request a pre-deadline review of their application. --- ## Additional Information - Grants must generally be spent within 12 months of award notification. - Events may not be used for fundraising, political activity, or to promote specific organizations. - All publicity should target the local community. - Final grant reports are required for future eligibility. - The Foundation may request supporting documents (e.g., bylaws, financials) as part of the application. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview & Applications](https://www.polkccf.org/competitive-grants) - [Applications Page & Portal](https://www.polkccf.org/applications) - [Guidelines & Funds for Nonprofit Organizations (PDF)](https://www.polkccf.org/s/2026_GrantGuidelines-gtkz.pdf) - [Contact the Foundation](https://www.polkccf.org/contact-the-foundation) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [foundation@polkccf.org](mailto:foundation@polkccf.org) \| 828-859-5314 | | Director of Grants | [grants@polkccf.org](mailto:grants@polkccf.org) (Noah Wood) | | Mailing Address | 255 South Trade Street, Tryon, NC 28782 | | Office Hours | Mon–Thu: 9am–4pm; Fri: 9am–12pm |

Kirby Rogers Park Innovative Events Fund

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