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Community Foundation DeKalb County Announces First Quarter Grant Funding

Friday, March 8, 2024
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Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast IN- Hailey Carmer LaMaster (Program Coordinator at CFDC) and Miah Godsey (Grant Writer)

The Community Foundation of DeKalb County is thrilled to announce the recipients of our first quarter grants. These grants are part of our ongoing commitment to supporting initiatives that positively impact our community through our unrestricted funds. 

Grants Awarded

  • Butler Youth Evangelistic Association – awarded $5,000 for supplies & materials for children’s programming
  • JAM Center – awarded $6,000 for professional development for JAMEE & I14 educators
  • RespectTeam – awarded $2,500 for DeKalb County programming in 2024
  • Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana – awarded $3,500 for operating their Farm Wagon in DeKalb County
  • Youth for Christ of Northern Indiana, Inc. – awarded $5,000 for programming in DeKalb County
  • Women’s Care Center Northeast Indiana – awarded $20,000 in operational support for 2024-2026
  • Inspiration Ministries – awarded $5,000 for their new Grace House

These grants are aimed at supporting organizations that are making a tangible difference in our community. By providing financial assistance, The Community Foundation DeKalb County empowers these organizations to continue their valuable work and drive positive change.

“We are excited to support these incredible organizations that are dedicated to improving our community. Their projects and programs align closely with our mission, and we are confident that these grants will help them make an even greater positive impact,” stated Tanya Young, Executive Director.

For more information about The Community Foundation DeKalb County and its grantmaking efforts, please visit www.cfdekalb.org
 

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