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Operation
Round Up funds are distributed to organizations (primarily non-profit
groups with a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status),
that will benefit individuals and families within the communities served
by PPCS. Grants will be awarded to support programs and projects that
enhance the quality of
life within our communities.
Examples
include emergency assistance (fires or natural disasters), public safety, health care,
self-sufficiency, basic human needs, education, cultural environment
enhancements, and combating economic and social problems.
Only one
grant per year will be awarded to any one organization, individual or
family.
Criteria
The following will be considered when evaluating grant requests:
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Potential
benefit to area residents and the entire community
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Level of
community support for the program, project or the organization
requesting the grant
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Fiscal and
administrative capability of the organization to deliver a
quality service or program
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Results that can
be evaluated
Exclusions
Grants will not be awarded to benefit:
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Lobbying,
political and religious organizations
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Veteran and
fraternal organizations
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Fund-raising
dinners, raffles and other events
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Individuals/families (other than emergency)
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Capital fund
campaigns
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National fund
drives
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Advertising
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PPCS for unpaid
charges, including energy bills
Grant
requirements
All applicants must submit a completed application by the specified
deadline. An application on behalf of an organization must include
documentation indicating tax-exempt status under the IRS Code Section
501(c)(3).
Application deadline
Applications must be received by: March 15, June 15, September 15 and
December 15.
Please
complete and submit the appropriate online application, or print the
form and mail it to the address listed on the application.
Thank you
for your interest in Operation Round Up. If you have questions
regarding a grant application, please contact PPCS at 715-273-4355 or
800-924-2133.
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