Program Mission
The City of Moscow has developed the Community Grant Program to work in partnership with the Moscow community to increase the range, accessibility and quality of programs and services available to the community. The program has been developed to provide grants of up to $2,500 to community non-profit organizations wishing to conduct activities that further the goal of establishing a “Sustainable and Livable Community, with Engaged, Responsive, and Service-Oriented Government,” as noted in Council Resolution 2010-16. These programs and services include activities and events that are consistent with the mission and role of the City of Moscow and which are found to benefit the residents of the Moscow. The Mayor and the City Council annually budget funding to support certain programs and services that can be more effectively provided by outside non-profit organizations. Funding changes annually based on City Council approved budget appropriations.
How are Community Grants Awarded?
Grants may be awarded for programs, services, activities, events, or projects that will enhance in the ongoing development or maintenance of the recreational, social and cultural needs of Moscow, thus contributing to the overall development of the community.
What is the purpose of the Community Grant Program?
To increase the range of, and access to, quality community recreational, social, cultural events, sustainable activities, programs and services; support community development initiatives and socially responsible community activities; give particular consideration to those community organizations that can demonstrate the greatest need; support those organizations which enlist local support services in an effort to assist their programs; and ensure that the limited program dollars are effectively spent.
When is the Community Grant Application Due?
In order to qualify to submit an application a representative(s) from the non-profit organization must attend a Community Grant Workshop held by the City Grants Manager. The 2010 workshop will be held in the Council Chambers of Moscow City Hall, 206 East Third Street, Moscow, Idaho, from 6 to 7:30 pm, on October 6, 2010 and from 12 – 1:30 p.m. on October 14, 2010.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, October 29, 2010, 3:00 pm
The applications will be reviewed by a five-member panel and recommendations will be submitted to the City Council for final approval and announcement at the November 15, 2010, City Council Meeting.
