HOULTON, Maine – Vital Pathways, a non-profit organization established in 1994 whose purpose is to improve quality of life in our communities, is awarding Community Project Mini Grants with a maximum award of up to $1,000 to local groups.
The grant may be divided into multiple awards based on proposals received. The request for proposals is due May 16, with an announcement of recipients on June 6.
Municipal governments and organizations within the following towns are eligible to apply: Amity, Cary Plantation, Hammond Plantation, Hodgdon, Houlton, Houlton Band of Maliseet, Linneus, Ludlow, Monticello, Littleton, Orient, Haynesville, and New Limerick.
This year’s mini grant will support the organization that addresses a need in the community that promotes safety, health, and wellness in our communities. Consideration will be given to the quality and completeness of the grant’s application.
A typed explanation of your project, not to exceed one-page, is required. The explanation should address the following: clearly explain your proposed project; provide contact information for the individual responsible for the project implementation. (name, mailing address, telephone, email address); explain any additional support for this project and how this project will be sustainable; and include a budget detailing the funding requested.
Clearly state the funding amount requested up to $1,000. Funds must be spent by June 6, 2023 and final reports are due at that time. Applications should be mailed to Vital Pathways, PO Box 1437 Houlton, ME 04730. For further information email Vital Pathways Chairperson, Joe Fagnant at vitalpathways94@gmail.com.
