Mary F. Kessler Fund
The Mary F. Kessler Fund supports projects that improve, beautify, or enrich the physical, cultural, or educational life of Tryon and Landrum.
Funder: Polk County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (2nd Quarter) | September 2026 (3rd Quarter) | March 2027 (1st Quarter)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from under $1,000 to tens of thousands of dollars; most grants must be spent within 12 months.
Summary: Supports projects in Tryon and Landrum that enhance physical spaces or provide cultural, intellectual, or educational benefits.
Description
The Mary F. Kessler Fund, administered by the Polk County Community Foundation, provides competitive grants to support projects that contribute to the physical or scenic improvement, development, or beautification of Tryon and Landrum, as well as initiatives that offer cultural, intellectual, or educational benefits to these communities. The Fund was established by Mary Kessler to create a lasting philanthropic impact, and past awards have included support for arts festivals, tree planting, restoration of historic sites, and community arts education. The grant is part of the Foundation’s Area of Interest Grants program and is intended to enhance the quality of life for residents of Tryon and Landrum.
