The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) has announced the fifth annual Mini-Grants Program for innovative programs and projects that respond to the needs of children and families in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Up to $20,000 in grants will be awarded. Grants in the CFVI Mini-Grants Program range from $250 to $1,000.
The Mini-Grants Program promotes the initiation of new and creative programs and projects that are of direct benefit to the children, youth or families
of the Virgin Islands and demonstrate the promise of continuing after the
expiration of the grant, according to Dee Baecher-Brown, executive director of the foundation.
CFVI will give priority to proposals not already being met by established programs. Grants cannot be used to assist with the underwriting of operating budgets.
Eligibility: Any private group (i.e. school class or club, sports team,alumni group, etc.) or individual in the US Virgin Islands may submit an application. Proposals will also be accepted from established non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) tax exempt status.
All proposals must be submitted on a CFVI application form available on the Source by clicking here.
Or on
St. Thomas:
The Draughting Shaft, Havensight Mall; CFVI Office, 38A Dronningens Gade, Suite 103
St. Croix:
St. Croix Chamber of Commerce
3009 Orange Grove, Suite 12
Or call CFVI at 774-6031
Application Deadline: Completed applications should be sent to CFVI,
postmarked no later than April 13, 2001.
Further Information: Write CFVI PO Box 11790, St. Thomas, USVI 00801;
Call 774-6031; or Fax 774-3852.
