Guidelines for Grant Applications

The following guidelines are used when evaluating grant requests:

• Grants are limited to programs and projects that will benefit the people of Salisbury and Rowan County.
• When awarding grants, preference will be given to those projects that encourage constructive change, strive toward achieving excellence and have a significant public service component.
• Except in unusual circumstances, grants will be made only to those entities designated by the IRS as public charities or nonprofit organizations and government agencies with a charitable purpose.

Grant Application Procedure

• Complete the grant application online and have it signed by the Board Chairman or Chief Operating Officer of your organization.
• Include the following attachments with the application form: (to be uploaded)
  • A budget for the project detailing how the funds will be spent and all sources and amounts of income. Also submit a budget for your organization detailing both expenses and income for the current and previous fiscal year.
  • A copy of the most recent IRS 990 form or financial report for your organization approved and signed by your accountant, auditor, chief financial officer or financial director.
  • A list of your current board of directors or trustees with gender and race identification
  • A copy of your organization’s IRS 501(c)3 or appropriate tax determination status letter. If your organization is exempt as a local unit of a national organization, attach your certification of membership.
• Submit the application with support materials online.