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Charity Grant Program is sponsored by OmniTel Communications. This program aims to positively impact the quality of life in communities served by OmniTel Communications. It invites public and private nonprofit organizations to submit applications for funding for specific projects and events.
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Charities - OmniTel Communications - Fiber-Optic Solutions Grants, Donations, and Scholarships OmniTel’s Charity Grant Program Giving back to others has always been an important part of who we are at OmniTel Communications. OmniTel’s Charity Grant Program was established to positively impact the quality of life in the communities which we serve.
We invite public and private nonprofit organizations to submit applications for funding to help with specific projects and events in your community. Greatest consideration is given to the projects and events that benefit the most people. All grants must go to an organization or event in the OmniTel Communications serving area (this is an area and/or towns where OmniTel provides telephone, and Internet services to OmniTel customers).
All applications are reviewed at the first board meeting of each quarter . Completed applications may be submitted at any time during the year.
OmniTel Communications charity grant criterion Civic Organizations – maximum $1,000 per each request Non-civic Organizations – maximum $500 per each request School Activities and Summer Youth Programs – maximum $250 per each request There are two Charity Grant forms–one for requests under $100, the other for requests for over $100. There is a $1000 maximum for any one request, (please note Charity Grant Criterion above).
Organizations are limited to 1 charity grant per calendar year. Donation requests $100 and under Donation requests over $100 FRS (Foundation for Rural Service) Grants As part of its ongoing commitment to rural communities across the country, FRS offers aid for communities served by NTCA members through its annual Community Grants Program.
These grants are designed to provide support to a variety of local efforts to build and sustain a high quality of life in rural America. Applications for these grants are accepted each spring ranging from $250 to $5,000. The grants awarded each November support a variety of projects concentrated in four major categories.
Business and Economic Development Telecommunications Applications For further information on FRS Grants please go to https://www. frs. org/programs/grant-program/community-grant OmniTel supports organizations and activities that make our communities better places to live and work.
While we desire to support all causes in the communities we serve, we are also aware of limitations in our abilities to do so. Due to an overwhelming number of requests, we have updated our process for those organizations that are seeking financial support through donations from OmniTel. We ask for your cooperation in following the guidelines outlined below for any donation requests.
Donation Requests will be processed directly through the OmniTel website. Donation requests $100 and under Donation requests over $100 FRS (Foundation for Rural Service) scholarship The Foundation for Rural Service annually awards scholarships to an exceptional group of rural students for their first year of college or vocational school.
All applicants require sponsorship by an NTCA—The Rural Broadband Association member company to be eligible. FRS has awarded over $1 million in scholarships since its inception; empowering rural students throughout the country to advance their communities with invaluable skill sets and experiences. Information on FRS Scholarships is available at https://www.
frs. org/programs/youth-programs/scholarships . The Aureon Scholarship Program is available to students pursuing a STEM-related course of study after high school graduation and residing in a home with service from an Iowa Independent Telecommunications Company (ITC).
The program will award a total of $10,000. Individual scholarships will range from $1,000 to $3,000. Information on Aureon scholarships is available at https://www.
aureon. com/eventpages/aureon-scholarship-program/ . Iowa Communications Alliance scholarships The Iowa Communications Alliance Next Gen Scholars program was created in response to our member companies need for skilled technicians.
This program is available to students planning to pursue either the Network Technology – Telecommunications Certificate or the Network Technology – Telecom/Data Communications AAS Degree. The process begins with recruitment, followed by an application and approval process. After the candidates are approved, the Iowa Communications Alliance, a sponsoring ICA member company, DMACC, and student split the tuition costs for the program.
The sponsoring company may offer a mentoring program including paid or unpaid internship opportunities while the student attends DMACC. Successful completion of the DMACC program usually qualifies graduates for an interview at the sponsoring company with a competitive salary and excellent advancement potential, though there is no guarantee of employment. Information on the Next Gen Scholars Program is available at https://www.
iacommunicationsall. org/ica-scholarship-programs . · Iowa web design by bigimprint.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public and private nonprofit organizations located in OmniTel Communications' service area; limited to one grant per calendar year. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000 max for civic orgs, $500 max for non-civic orgs, $250 max for school/youth programs. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.