Grants

Criteria for Grants

PURPOSE

To assist in preserving the unique character of Belvedere and to enhance the overall quality of life in areas not normally covered by the City of Belvedere or taxes.

CRITERIA

Projects should be,

  • For the benefit/enjoyment of the citizens of Belvedere
  • Of long term benefit
  • Of broad application to the citizens of the community
  • Non profit
  • Structured for self sufficiency, if on-going in nature
  • Nonpartisan

 

PROGRAM AREAS

  • Beautification
  • Recreation
  • Health and Safety
  • Designated Projects
  • Education
  • Cultural

 

FUNDING GUIDELINES

The Foundation should,

  • Contribute to a project with the goal of its reaching self sufficiency, i.e. non-continuous and non-operational.
  • Normally not commit funds in advance of the current fiscal year. The Foundation could consider multi-year support for selected programs which provide important or vital services.
  • Not award funds to organizations who, themselves, are primarily fund raisers.
  • Encourage matching funds, especially when a project is beyond Belvedere city limits.

 

Further, the Foundation could,

  • Provide seed money
  • Act as a conduit for designated gifts when requested