CHC Foundation Granting Sessions

CHC Foundation Granting Sessions is sponsored by CHC Foundation. CHC Foundation provides grant funding for capital improvement projects and the purchase of fixed material assets in Eastern Idaho.

They prioritize innovative and enriching projects that serve the public interest and well-being and significantly improve the quality of life for people in the region across various interests including arts, science, education, social services, environmental, cultural and community.

Apply for a Grant | CHC Foundation How to apply for one of our grants: 1) Review our FAQs to determine your project's eligibility and learn more about the granting process. 2) Download our NEW APPLICATION FORM. Get it in Microsoft Word format Click on File/Make a Copy for your own drive Rename it " Organization Name CHCF Grant Application Spring/Fall Year.

" 3) Fill out the form completely. 4) Gather your attachments. Attachment 1: Bids for each item on your budget If you are hiring a contractor for services, they will provide you with a bid.

If you are making an online purchase, including a screenshot of your shopping cart, showing subtotals and totals. If you are purchasing from a physical store, request a written price estimate from the store. Attachment 2: Board of Directors This is simply a list naming everyone currently serving on your organization's board of directors, if applicable.

Attachment 3: Statement of Support Nonprofits will include a letter from their executive director. Schools should include a letter from the principal and superintendent. Other public entities should include letters of support from appropriate government officials.

Attach a Balance Sheet and Income Statement (also known as a Profit and Loss Report, Earnings Statement, or Statement of Operations) Essentially, we’re looking for documentation to help us better understand the following: How your organization is funded How your organization spends its funds. How financially healthy your organization is. (Will it be around for many years to come?)

What your existing assets and liabilities are. Budget for the current fiscal year A Profit and Loss Statement for the current and previous year. Smaller organizations may submit a spreadsheet or similar report documenting actual cost versus approved budget.

A Balance Sheet showing assets and liabilities for the current and previous year. Smaller organizations with only cash assets may submit a current bank statement.

If you are an entity within a larger entity (ie, a park funded by a city, a sheriff's office founded by the county, a school library funded by the school district), please provide documentation showing how much funding is allocated to your organization within the larger organization's budget, then show a history of your organization's income and expenditures for the current and previous year.

Attachment 5: Tax Status Verification For non-profit organizations : A copy of the IRS tax exempt letter verifying the organization’s tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) organization. For schools : A statement from the school principal or superintendent affirming that the entity is eligible under Section 170(c) (1) because it is a political subdivision of the State of Idaho.

For government or government-funded organizations: A statement from a city or county representative affirming that the entity is eligible under Section 170(c) (1) because it is a political subdivision of the State of Idaho. Attachment 6: Letter of Endorsement This letter should come from the person authorized to receive any funds if granted.

This might be the executive director, treasurer, financial manager, or president of your organization. This letter must include the individual’s name, address, and phone number. 5) Combine your application and attachments into a single PDF document.

Not sure how to do that? You can find instructions here . 6) Submit your application before the deadline.

Access the submission page by clicking below. Submit your application here