Union County Community Foundation
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Union County Community Foundation supports nonprofits serving local residents through charitable programs, teacher development and assistance for people with visual or hearing impairments to meet community needs.
Funder: Foundation For The Carolinas
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Generally up to $7,500; larger requests may be considered for exceptional applications
Summary: Supports charitable programs addressing local needs and directly benefiting residents of Union County, North Carolina.
Key Information: Priority areas include Union County Public School teacher development and assistance for people with visual- or hearing-related disabilities.
Description
The Union County Community Foundation supports programs and strategies addressing a broad range of charitable purposes in Union County, North Carolina. An affiliate of Foundation For The Carolinas, it was established in 1989 to encourage local charitable giving and bring donors, community leaders and nonprofits together to strengthen the community. Its volunteer Board of Advisors guides local grantmaking, awarding multiple grants each year.
The program seeks effective approaches to community needs, with all proposed programs required to directly serve Union County residents. Funding priorities include professional development for Union County Public School teachers and projects assisting individuals with mental or physical disabilities related to visual or hearing impairments.
