[Blue Grass Community Foundation](https://www.bgcf.org)

November 2026 (application deadline, projected)

Typical awards: $2,500–$5,000 per project; total annual pool ~$56,000 (recent year)

Supports projects that enhance quality of life in Woodford County, prioritizing collaborative, innovative, and impactful community initiatives.

--- ## Description The Woodford County Community Fund Grant, administered by the Blue Grass Community Foundation, provides support for projects, programs, or partnerships that enhance the quality of life in Woodford County, Kentucky. The program prioritizes initiatives that create significant, long-term impacts, foster collaboration among nonprofits, expand civic involvement, build social capital, and implement innovative solutions to community needs. Preference is given to proposals leveraging best practices, building on prior progress, bridging community differences, and expanding successful programs to high-need populations. The fund aims to address the most urgent needs and transformative opportunities in Woodford County. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026: Application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards: $2,500 to $5,000 per project. - Total annual funding pool in 2024 was $56,315 distributed among local nonprofits. - Grant period typically runs from December through October of the following year. --- ## Eligibility - Applicant must be a nonprofit public charitable organization under IRS section 501(c)(3), a public institution/entity with a designated charitable purpose (e.g., school or government unit), or have a fiscal sponsor with 501(c)(3) status. - Organization must be located in or serve residents of Woodford County, KY. - Nonprofits must have a Candid/GuideStar Seal of Transparency at the Gold level or higher ([GuideStar.org](https://www.guidestar.org)), unless a school or government entity (requirement waived). - Applicants must not have overdue grant reports with Blue Grass Community Foundation. - No discrimination in hiring, volunteer participation, or client services (with limited exceptions for religious organizations). - Religious organizations may apply if the project serves the broader community without regard to religious beliefs. **Ineligible:** - Individuals - International organizations - Sectarian/religious programs or activities - Political activities, lobbying, or advocacy - Existing obligations (e.g., debt reduction, operating deficits) --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [Blue Grass Community Foundation's online portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=bpcf). - Prepare documentation demonstrating eligibility, project details, and impact. - Ensure your nonprofit GuideStar profile is up to date and at the Gold transparency level or higher (unless waived). - Contact the fund for questions or clarification prior to submission. --- ## Additional Information - The fund encourages projects that are collaborative, sustainable, and capable of creating ripple effects in the community. - Preference for projects that address high-need populations, build on prior success, and/or bridge gaps among community sectors. - The fund is a locally controlled component of the Blue Grass Community Foundation, with an advisory board of local leaders. --- ## External Links - [Woodford County Community Fund Grant RFP (PDF)](https://www.bgcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Woodford-County-Community-Fund-RFP-2024.pdf) - [Woodford County Community Fund Main Page](https://www.bgcf.org/community-funds/woodford-county/) - [Blue Grass Community Foundation](https://www.bgcf.org) - [GuideStar Nonprofit Profile (Candid)](https://www.guidestar.org) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |---------------------|-------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------| | Tori Calvert | Grants + Accounting Manager | [tori@bgcf.org](mailto:tori@bgcf.org) | (859) 225-3343 ext. 223 | | Jane Higgins | Director of Community Advancement | [jhiggins@bgcf.org](mailto:jhiggins@bgcf.org) | (859) 721-2349 | | General Inquiries | | [info@bgcf.org](mailto:info@bgcf.org) | (859) 225-3343 |

Woodford County Community Fund Grant Opportunity

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