For over 20 years, the Community Foundation has been a philanthropic leader in Jackson Hole. Never has such leadership been more important than now. In 2009, the Foundation established the Economic Response (ER) Initiative in lieu of a 20th anniversary celebration. Because the need is still so great, the Community Foundation extended this initiative through 2011.
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The Economic Response Initiatve supports critical organizations providing food, shelter, safety, emergency financial assistance and healthcare to vulnerable families and individuals.
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So far, the Foundation has granted $431,060 to local organizations through the fund.
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Since the ER Initiavite launch in March 2009, donors have contributed over $500,000 to support local nonprofits.
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Economic Response Initiative Application
Eligibility
To be eligible for funding, organizations must be a 501 (C) 3, government entity, or other IRS recognized charitable entity. Agencies working in Teton County, Wyoming to address the critical issues described above are eligible to apply.
Restrictions
The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole does not provide support for the following: religious activity, debt retirement, political activity, tickets for benefits, telephone solicitations, or organizations working primarily to influence legislation. The Community Foundation does not fund projects retroactively.
Applications
Applications for the Economic Response Initiative program will be accepted through 2011, and will be considered as they are submitted. In general, notification of funding decisions will occur within two weeks. Proposals should be submitted by email as a PDF or Word attachment to Katharine Conover.
