The Provident Bank Foundation (PBF) is accepting Letters of Intent (LOI) for two $50,000 Signature Grants in the Community Enrichment funding area for 2018.
The Signature Grant emphasizes sustainable community enhancement, meaningful impact and long-term change across PBF’s service communities.
The funding for Community Enrichment focuses on programs that drive economic development, contribute to a more well-rounded community experience, and provide increased access to information and specialized learning opportunities. Details and goals of each are as follows:
Community and Economic Development – Employment: To provide funding to a non-profit organization whose mission addresses the unemployment issue in the communities served by Provident Bank. This grant is dedicated to addressing the skills gap by providing training and comprehensive supportive services for individuals facing challenges in the labor force.
Youth Development: To provide funding to a non-profit organization whose mission is to prepare youth and teens for the challenges of adolescence and adulthood. Youth development is promoted through activities and experiences that help youth develop social, ethical, emotional, physical and cognitive competencies.
The deadline is Feb. 14.
For more information, visit www.theprovidentbankfoundation.org or call (862) 260-3990.