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Find similar grantsStrong Starts (The Ford Family Foundation) is sponsored by The Ford Family Foundation. These grants help children and families get the support they need during a child's earliest years.
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Amplifying the power and promise of rural _Rooted in rural, we relentlessly pursue happy, healthy lives for kids. The future depends on it. _ At The Ford Family Foundation, we support the people and places of rural Oregon and Siskiyou County, California with grants, scholarships and community building.
###### Apply for a scholarship ###### Learn about our strategy ###### Browse latest research ###### Read stories of impact We are here to support your dreams. Grants are open year-round to support organizations serving children, families and rural communities. We want to find a way to work with you – we like getting to yes.
We support students who face significant obstacles to obtaining a college degree. If you have the will, we can help you find a way. We see your potential.
## We relentlessly pursue happy, healthy lives for kids. Children and families have the supports they need in a child’s earliest years. Every rural kid has opportunities for growth from early education to career.
#### Thriving Communities Rural people have power, influence and opportunity to chart their own futures. #### Thriving Communities ### Our library of resources is diverse and **freely** available. #### Rural data and research We produce trusted research and information to inform rural decision-makers and community builders.
#### Rural Community Building tools Go to where the people are. Listen to learn. Let’s work together to make things better.
Keep them, share them. More than words — our free books help enrich your life. Dive into inspiring stories of community, ingenuity and action about the people who call rural Oregon and Siskiyou County their home.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations and other groups rooted in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Strong Starts (The Ford Family Foundation) is funded by The Ford Family Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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