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

June 2026 | September 2026 | March 2027

Typical awards range from under $1,000 to tens of thousands of dollars per project; most grants must be spent within 12 months.

Supports Saluda organizations with grants for community events, arts, education, beautification, and projects benefiting Saluda residents.

--- ## Description The Saluda Community Fund is a competitive grant program administered by the Polk County Community Foundation, established in 2006 by an anonymous donor to support organizations serving residents of Saluda, North Carolina. The fund aims to enhance community life and foster engagement by supporting a wide range of local projects, including community events, arts and music festivals, educational programs, environmental efforts such as kudzu eradication, historic preservation, walking paths, and beautification initiatives. Grants are awarded to projects that directly benefit the Saluda community and its residents. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated): Full application deadline for 2nd Quarter competitive grants (applications due by 5:00 pm) - September 2026 (anticipated): Full application deadline for 3rd Quarter competitive grants (applications due by 5:00 pm) - March 2027 (anticipated): Full application deadline for 1st Quarter competitive grants (applications due by 5:00 pm) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical awards range from under $1,000 for small projects to tens of thousands of dollars for larger initiatives. - Most grants must be spent within 12 months of the award notification; longer periods may be requested in the application. - Funding is allocated annually and is competitive within each grant cycle. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be organizations based in Saluda, NC, or otherwise demonstrably serving Saluda residents. - Eligible entities include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public school systems, and units of government. - Projects must directly benefit residents of Saluda. - Organizations new to the Foundation or without a grant history are encouraged to contact the Foundation for eligibility review. - Regional organizations not based in Polk County or Landrum, SC, should consult the Foundation before applying. --- ## Application Process - Submit a brief Letter of Intent online to confirm eligibility and project alignment with fund criteria. - [Letter of Intent Form](https://forms.gle/p9XakFYfJ24Dp4b79) - Once eligibility is confirmed, complete the full grant 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 and requirements. - Applications must be complete and submitted online by the stated deadline (5:00 pm on due dates). - Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. - Applicants are encouraged to contact the Director of Grants for guidance or to request a pre-deadline application review. --- ## Additional Information - Most grants must be used within 12 months; extensions may be requested. - Grants cannot be used for fundraising events, political activities, expenses already incurred (except certain emergencies), or for scholarships/monetary awards distributed by the applicant organization. - Final grant reports are required for previously awarded grants before new applications can be considered. - The Foundation’s staff offers support and can review applications for completeness before submission. --- ## External Links - [Saluda Community Fund Information](https://www.polkccf.org/competitive-grants) - [Applications Page](https://www.polkccf.org/applications) - [Guidelines & Funds for Nonprofit Organizations (PDF)](https://www.polkccf.org/s/2026_GrantGuidelines-gtkz.pdf) - [Grants Portal](https://polkgrants.communityforce.com/Login.aspx) - [Contact the Foundation](https://www.polkccf.org/contact-the-foundation) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Title | Email | Phone | Address | |----------------------------|-------------------------------|----------------|----------------------------------------| | Noah Wood, Director of Grants | [grants@polkccf.org](mailto:grants@polkccf.org) | 828-859-5314 | 255 South Trade Street, Tryon, NC 28782 | | General Foundation Contact | [foundation@polkccf.org](mailto:foundation@polkccf.org) | 828-859-5314 | 255 South Trade Street, Tryon, NC 28782 | ---

Saluda Community Fund

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