HOW TO

APPLY

There is no grant application form. To submit a request, please write to us and include the following information:

STEPS:

1)  Objectives and background

(in the form of a clear and concise cover letter)

2)  Budget, including sources of funding

(including support from Board of Directors)

3)  Demonstration of need

4)  Specific plans and timetable of the project

5)  Description of funding plans, both current and long-term

6)  List of Board of Directors and key personnel, as well as proof that the Executive Director and Treasurer are separate positions

7)  IRS 501(c)(3) tax determination letter

8)  A current year-to-date financial statement

9)  The most current FORM 990 filed with the IRS

ALL ABOVE INFORMATION MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN AUGUST 31 IN ORDER FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A CONTRIBUTION.  CONTRIBUTIONS ARE MADE ANNUALLY IN DECEMBER.

Mail requests to:

The United Company Foundation

1005 Glenway Avenue

Bristol, VA  24201

PLEASE NOTE

Grants are not intended to become part of an organization's annual budget.  Less than 10% of the organization's budget should be spent on administration.  During the review process, a site visit will also be required.