In the first few weeks following the Ice Storm the focus was awarding grants to organizations so they could help others with basic needs such as shelter, heat, and food.  Now it’s time to help the helpers.

Public serving organizations may apply for grants ranging from $500 to $5000, based on demonstrated need and impact.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, school, or government entities
• Must serve Otsego County and demonstrate how the storm has affected operations.
• Funding may support operational needs, program expansion, infrastructure repairs, staff support and other unexpected costs incurred as a result of the disaster.

Application Process:

• Application Opens: June 10
• Deadline to Apply: June 25, due to limited funding, the OCF reserves the right to close the application early. Additional funding may become available during later grant cycles. 
• Award Notification: July 21

For more information and a link to the application, click the graphic above.