In 2008 The Monroe County Council established a fund from which it makes grants to support various community projects. Resolution 2008-51
Areas for Support:
- Food, security, health, and shelter
- Transportation
- Climate Change
- Emergency shortages
- First responders
- Veterans
- Excellence in Government
The Community Services Grants Review Committee is composed of five members. Three are representatives from the County Council. Two citizen members are public appointments.
2011 Community Service Grant Applications
Selection Committee Members:
Application Process Schedule and Deadlines for 2011:
Calendar of Important Dates
*Includes Committee Meetings
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Announcement includes Press Release and County Website
Monday, October 3, 3011 at 5:30 p.m.
Advisory Q & A Meeting to be held in the Conference Room 100 B, Monroe County Government Center, 501 N. Morton, Bloomington
DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 11, 2011, 5:00 p.m.
Deadline for submission of Applications.
Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. at the Bakehouse
Initial Committee Review
Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at 5:30 p.m., in Court Room 213, Justice Facility, Bloomington
Public Meeting for Presentation for Top Applicants
Monday, November 7, 2011 at 1200 p.m.
Meeting for Final Decision
Wednesday, November 9, 2011, in Court Room 213, Justice Facility, 301 N. College Avenue, Bloomington
Announce Selection Committee Results to Council Work Session
Tuesday, November 22, 2011, in Court Room 213, Justice Facility, 301 N. College Avenue, Bloomington
County Council Votes on Awards
Evaluation Criteria:
- Programs must primarily serve Monroe County Residents
- Likelihood that the dollar amount sought will accomplish the stated goal of the proposal
- Leveraging of additional funds or assistance
- Support for operational expenses will be considered, but not given highest priority
Grant Application Cover Sheet
Application Information
Previously Funded Projects
Please contact the County Council Office, 349-7312 or email Council Office if you have any questions.