The Staples-Motley Area Community Foundation Grant Program supports initiatives that improve the quality of life for individuals, families, and organizations within the Staples and Motley communities and the Staples-Motley School District. As a Partner Fund of the Initiative Foundation, this program benefits from professional financial management and stewardship to ensure long-term community support and sustainability.
This grant program aims to strengthen local resources and encourages projects that reflect the values of inclusiveness, community collaboration, creativity, and stewardship. The advisory board values broad community input and seeks to work in partnership with organizations that are dedicated to positive, community-based outcomes. Previous grant recipients have included local schools, faith-based groups, and historical organizations, highlighting a focus on education, youth engagement, cultural enrichment, and social services.
Applications are accepted year-round through the program’s online grant system. However, proposals are only reviewed twice per year: once on April 15 and again on October 15. Applicants should expect award notifications approximately three weeks after the review dates. The application process includes creating an online account, completing an eligibility quiz, and submitting all required proposal materials and reports through the same platform.
Organizations facing difficulties with the online system or experiencing eligibility issues are encouraged to contact the Staples-Motley Area Community Foundation directly by email or phone. A member of the Initiative Foundation team is also available for general inquiries and to direct applicants to the appropriate contact for the Staples-Motley Area Community Foundation.
The program does not publish exact funding limits, but recent awards have ranged from $750 to $3,000, suggesting it is geared toward small to moderate-sized community initiatives. The grant is designed to support nonprofits and community-based efforts that align with the foundation’s mission and geographic focus. There is no stated matching requirement, and no specific cost-share conditions were identified in the available guidance.
This grant opportunity recurs on a biannual basis, with two regular review periods each year. Applicants are advised to submit their proposals in advance of either deadline for timely consideration.
