In response to government funding shortages, RCCF has reactivated its Urgent Needs Fund to support those most impacted across the county. Grants from the Urgent Needs Fund will be directed to nonprofit organizations providing vital services such as access to food and basic hygiene, and assistance with other essential needs in response to the reduction in government funding. While RCCF cannot provide aid directly to individuals, it supports the work of local nonprofit partners who are on the front lines of crisis response.
Eligibility requirements:
- Your organization is playing an active role in helping individuals and families dealing with food insecurity.
- Your organization must be a 501c3 nonprofit, government agency, church, or school to receive funding. *Note: If applicant is a school, please include a letter of support from the superintendent that includes why funds are not included in the school budget/how this request fits into the overall school district plan.
- Your organization must serve Roscommon County
- This grant cycle is ongoing and grant awards will be based on the merit of the proposal and the availability of funds. The purpose of the Urgent Needs Fund is to fill unexpected or emergency needs arising for individuals and families due to federal and state funding lapses.
- Grants will be paid upon approval and receipt of a fully signed grant agreement. This agreement may be submitted by submitting the signed grant agreement.
Organizations providing direct support to individuals
- Gas, groceries/food, utility assistance, transportation assistance, and other direct support needs.
Reimbursements for organizational expenses
- Unexpected costs incurred during the immediate emergency
Requests for direct support to individuals will be prioritized.
Other services as determined eligible by RCCF staff
If your organization fits the eligibility criteria and you would like to move forward with an Urgent Needs Fund grant application, please email Suzanne Luck at info@myrccf.org.
