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Ben B. Cheney Foundation Grants is a grant program from the Ben B. Cheney Foundation that funds projects that improve quality of life in select communities across Washington, Oregon, and the northernmost portion of California.
The Foundation focuses on project grants addressing one-time needs beyond an organization's annual operating budget, supporting a wide variety of community improvement initiatives. Priority areas reflect founder Ben Cheney's legacy, including youth athletics and youth-serving programs. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located within the Foundation's defined geographic service areas.
Awards range from $5,000 to $50,000. All applications begin with a letter of inquiry submitted to info@benbcheneyfoundation. org, whether from new organizations or returning grantees.
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Apply - Ben B. Cheney Foundation The Ben B. Cheney Foundation makes grants in certain communities in Washington, Oregon, and the northernmost portion of California.
Within those communities the Foundation will respond to a wide variety of projects. The Foundation’s main goal is to support projects that help to improve the quality of life in those communities. There are three key elements of our grant process to keep in mind; It is important to review our geographic giving areas before crafting a letter of inquiry.
The Foundation prefers to focus on project grants. This allows us to respond to a variety of one-time needs above and beyond an organization’s annual operating budget. Every request to the Foundation begins with a letter of inquiry, whether from a new organization or a past grantee.
Before applying, learn more about what we look for and how the Foundation might respond to your request. Ben Cheney had a significant interest in supporting youth and youth athletics through his philanthropy. The Ben B.
Cheney Foundation continues his legacy by awarding one scholar athlete from each of the 32 high schools in Pierce County, and one from Ben’s hometown, South Bend, each year. Learn more about our scholarships and how to apply. Ready to apply for a grant?
Email: info@benbcheneyfoundation. org Office number: (253) 572-2442
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the Puget Sound area, specifically Pierce County and surrounding regions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000 - $50,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Ben B. Cheney Foundation Grants is funded by Ben B. Cheney Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Washington. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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