Foundations for the Future

Elevate Internet Youth Grant

Elevate’s Foundations for the Future Grant was created to support non-profit and not- for-profit organizations that directly impact the quality of life for children in our local communities in a positive way. Funds can be used to support programs, services, and resources for youth ages 18 and under. Small-scale capital facility improvements or offerings, less than $100,000, are also eligible. Successful applications can focus on the areas of arts, science, other areas of education, health/wellness, safety, or basic needs. Additional priority points will be given for the use of technology to create a lasting benefit for children. Long-term positive impact and demonstrable success is required.

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Amount to be awarded:

• 6 grants
• $10,000 each

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Timeline:

• Application period: April 3 – June 30
• Review period: July 3 – July 31
• Awards announced: International Youth Day, August 12

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Eligible applicants must:

• Have a physical location or be headquartered within the footprint of Delta- Montrose Electric Association (city of Delta also included) – view map here
• Be a non-profit or not-for-profit organization
• Have a proven track record of improving the lives of local children
• Prove long-term impact by identifying how the organization/program sets children up for future success
• Be able to quantify their impact on the quality of life for local children
• Not have been funded by DMEA/Elevate in the past two years for $5,000 or more (cumulative)

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What this grant is not for:

• Event sponsorships
• Large-scale capital facility campaigns ( >$100,000)
• Political or religiously affiliated organizations
• Private, competitive, and school-funded sports teams
• For profit & private businesses
• Start-up organizations
• Organizational operational costs
• Travel costs
• Educational scholarships

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To Elevate, improving the quality of life means:

• Providing enhanced learning or cultural opportunities to children that they may not get otherwise
• Providing access to services and resources that create joy, fulfillment, and development for children
• Identifying needs for local youth within the community and successfully meeting those needs
• Offering programs and services that change the trajectory of a child’s life in a good way
• Broadening a child’s worldview through access and experiences
• Making things better for our children today, tomorrow, and the generations to come

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