The Fund for Allen County exists to build a better area in which all its citizens can enjoy life—work, play and retirement. The fund has been established to encourage philanthropic giving by providing a common source for contributions to charity and other community concerns. The fund prefers to fund programs/projects that address community needs and have lasting value. The goal is to leave a legacy upon which future generations of citizens of Allen County can establish an even finer community.

The grant applications will be reviewed by the The Fund for Allen County grant committee from which recommendation will be made to award the grants. Final approval of the request is made by the Board of Directors of The Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky.

Grant Application Process: Opens January 4, 2027 and Closes March 1, 2027

Elements We Support in Our Communities

The The Fund for Allen County has identified the following five areas as those that it would address through grant awards:

1. Education
2. Health and Human Services
3. The Arts
4. Public Recreation
5. Beautification

Grantmaking Limitations:

The Fund for Allen County does not fund:

1. Annual /Capital campaigns
2. Individuals
3. Endowments
4. Sectarian religious purposes: Faith based organizations and churches are eligible if project/program serves the community.
5. General agency operating revenues; some indirect operating costs attributable to the program proposal may be funded
6. Capital improvements/purchases; unless they are tied to the specific program proposal

Other Limitations + Eligibility:

• Grants will be made to organizations serving Allen County, KY
• The Fund for Allen County will consider grants up to $5,000
• Applicants should represent projects/programs that can demonstrate potential for success and sustainability
• Program objectives should be specific and measurable
• Organization must be a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, not-for-profit agency and/or organized group carrying out a charitable purpose for the public good.