Support for the Aging Community in Central and Eastern Kentucky
Supports nonprofits in Central and Eastern Kentucky advancing care and research for older adults, especially those with dementia and from underserved communities.
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Funder: Blue Grass Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$10,000 per award; option of renewal for one additional year
Summary: Supports nonprofits serving older adults in Central and Eastern Kentucky, with emphasis on aging, dementia, and underserved populations, for project or operating support.
Description
This opportunity, funded by the Beulah S. Mays Charitable Endowment through the Blue Grass Community Foundation, is designed to support nonprofit organizations that directly serve older adults in Central and Eastern Kentucky. The grant prioritizes organizations addressing the challenges of aging and age-related diseases, particularly those aiding individuals with dementia-related conditions and their caregivers, as well as groups serving underserved populations such as low-income individuals and people of color. Both project-based and general operating support proposals are welcome, provided the organization’s primary mission is focused on the aging community, dementia, or related issues.
