Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Announces Spring Grant Deadlines for Northeast Dutchess County
Sheffield, Mass. — Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation today announced its spring deadlines for competitive grants and scholarships in northeast Dutchess County. Apply online at www.BerkshireTaconic.org/
FOR NONPROFITS
The Wassermann-Streit Y’DIYAH Memorial Fund supports projects that offer the public the opportunity to gain knowledge of Judaism in a meaningful and enjoyable way. Individuals, schools, libraries and other nonprofit organizations may apply by April 1.
The Northeast Dutchess Fund will provide unrestricted general operating support to help established nonprofits continue to achieve their mission and impact and allow for planning and recovery. Applications are due April 23.
FOR STUDENTS
The Alice B. Henriquez Memorial Fund Writing Prize offers a scholarship to seniors at Webutuck High School who are entering their first year of a two-year or four-year nationally accredited college, university or trade school. Applicants must use their writing and analytical skills to answer a writing prompt that addresses a contemporary issue. Applications are due May 1.
The Tabor Foundation Fund supports residents of northeast Dutchess, northwest Litchfield and southeast Columbia counties who plan to undertake education or training in a health care or medical field and to seek employment in their community afterwards. Nonresidents working in the area may also apply. Applications are due June 30.
FOR STUDENTS AND INDIVIDUALS: TRAVEL, SERVICE AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS
The Alice and Richard Henriquez Memorial Fund and Youth World Awareness Program provides grants to students ages 14 to 22 for travel and service. Applications are due April 15.
The Moonlight Mile Scholarship Fund supports women who are seeking matching funds to support travel or equipment needs for study or athletic competition, professional training, or support for alternative healing. Applicants should be at least 18 years old and live in Massachusetts or New York. Applications are due April 16.
The Simple Gifts Fund awards grants to young people ages 13 to 19 for participation in cultural or creative summer programs. Applications are due April 16.
