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Have an innovative community project that could enrich your town, school, neighborhood or all of Greater New Bedford? If you are working as a volunteer with a local all-volunteer group then consider applying for a United Way of Greater New Bedford Community Building Mini-Grant. Grants of up to $2,500 can help put your ideas into action. Learn more about the Mini-Grant program including how to apply online and the types of projects and programs that qualify by attending an orientation session.
Groups with budgets of $40,000 or less are strongly encouraged to attend one of two orientations that will be held at United Way, located at 105 William St. 2nd floor on Wednesday, March 2nd from 10 am – 11:30 am or Tuesday, March 8th from 6 pm – 7:30 pm. These sessions will discuss the program, eligibility and the application process. Registration is required for the sessions. To register for an orientation session please call 508-994-9625 ext. 19 or email minigrants@unitedwayofgnb.org.
Applications will be available March 1st at www.unitedwayofgnb.org and will only be accepted electronically. Grants must be submitted by April 22, 2016.
In 2015, 37 all-volunteer groups made an impact throughout Great New Bedford with projects funded by United Way’s Mini-Grant Program. These projects range from garden projects and healthier living programs to outreach campaigns and family engagement opportunities. Be the change in Greater New Bedford, visit www.unitedwayofgnb.org to learn more about the Mini-Grants Program.
