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United Way of Effingham County Opens Grant Applications for 2024 Campaign

United Way of Effingham County has released the application to receive funding from the 2024 Campaign.  Agencies requesting funds must be non-profit organizations with a 501(c)(3) certificate.

Agencies who received funding from the 2023 Campaign will be automatically sent the application to reapply for funding.  Any other agency who wishes to apply should reach out to Emily Hille, Chief Professional Officer for United Way of Effingham County at 217-342-3824, or email emily@effinghamunitedway.org.  Completed applications must be received by May 1, 2024.

In addition to completing the application, agencies will be asked to give a short presentation to the United Way Grants Committee demonstrating the purpose of their organization and how the requested funds would be used.  Presentation dates are May 16th and May 20th, from 5:30PM – 8:00PM.

The United Way of Effingham County has been working hard to identify the ever changing needs and make a difference in the community for over 63 years.  To learn more, visit www.effinghamunitedway.org.