Sturgis YAC opens fall grant application period
Eligible organizations include 501c3s, schools, churches, and government entities. The grants are intended to fund youth projects in Sturgis.
The Sturgis Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is currently accepting applications for its fall grant cycle. The deadline to apply is Friday, November 1.
Eligible organizations include 501c3s, schools, churches, and government entities. The grants are intended to fund youth projects in Sturgis.
Interested organizations can find more information and apply online by visiting sturgisfoundation.org/grants and clicking on “Apply for Grants.”
For questions, organizations can contact the Sturgis Area Community Foundation office at (269) 659-8508 or email Anna Brand at anna@sturgisfoundation.org.
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