Grant Guidelines

Custer County Foundation Grant Procedure

The goal of the Custer County Foundation, Inc. is to improve the quality of life in the Custer County area by supporting the needs of the communities.

Applications are accepted throughout the year and will be considered at the end of two closing dates: April 30 and October 31. Applicants will be notified of selection or denial.

The application in PDF format may be accessed on this page in the right column or requested at the Foundation office located at 403 South 9th (the former Security State Bank Building), Broken Bow, or by calling the Foundation office.

Guidelines

1. All non-profit organizations located in Custer County are eligible. 
2. Funds are granted in the areas of civics, culture, health, education, environment, and
   social services. 
3. Requests from religious organizations may be considered when the proposed project is non-religious and demonstrates community support and provides a benefit to the community as a whole. Applicants must clearly explain how the proposed project is non-religious and how the project will benefit the community. 
4. Requests to cover deficit spending or for the general operating budget purposes will generally not be considered. 
5. Projects that are already complete or will be complete prior to a decision will not be funded. 
6. All grants will expire 180 days after approval. 
7. Grant recipients are encouraged to schedule a grant presentation photo, or send follow-up photos, at the completion of the proposed project. 
8. The Foundation will not grant more than one award for the same organization in a twelve-month period, unless a waiver is approved by the Board of Directors. 
9. Prior to grant money being awarded, an invoice will be required. 
10. The money raised to fund these grants is raised locally; therefore, funded organizations are encouraged to purchase items or services from Custer County businesses. 
11. The Foundation reserves the right to deny any grant application for any reason. 

Supporting Documents

These four documents are required and should be attached to your application:

1. IRS tax exemption letter.
2. List of board of directors.
3. Current operating budget.
4. Latest financial statement.

If a required document can not be attached, an explanation must be included with your application.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.