Foundation opens grants for local not-for-profit groups

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The Houston Community Foundation is alerting organizations to the availability of grants that can benefit area not-for-profit groups.

All the opportunities can be found here: www.cfozarks.org/applyforgrants

They range from grants from the L-A-D Foundation — which serves 12 counties including Texas County to Bass Pro Shop’s “Explore the Ozarks Fund” for conservation education at schools.

The L-A-D Foundation seeks innovative projects that support conservation of the natural and cultural resources of the Missouri Ozarks. Projects may include environmental and conservation education, grassroots organizing, new program start-up costs, capital support, seed money and workshops. No requests for annual or operating support or support for social events or benefits are considered. A 12-month grant period is preferred, but multi-year projects may be considered. The application period is open until Aug. 30.

“I would encourage you to consider applying even though of its narrow focus. There are other CFO opportunities that should be monitored for your consideration. Please use the above link to access available or upcoming grants,” said Ross Richardson, president of the Houston Community Foundation.

The local foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, will open two $750 grants on Sept. 23 and close on Oct. 28. Details can be found on the website during the application period. In Texas County, another affiliate is located at Cabool.

“These are opportunities to enhance our local non-profits and fund valuable efforts that benefit our community. Please seriously consider each eligible grant,” Richardson said.

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