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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

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Content Includes:

  • General Information
  • Eligibility
  • Application Review Process
  • 2024 Grant Application
  • Application Submission Process

Through the Susquehanna County Marcellus Legacy Fund, the Commissioners have dedicated funding to implement a Mini-Grant Program. This program will provide grants allocations to nonprofit organizations only (municipalities and for-profit businesses are not eligible) with projects that support and advance the goals and objectives of the Marcellus Legacy Fund. The use of these funds include acquisition, development and repair of greenways, recreation trails, open space, natural areas, community conservation and beautification projects, community and heritage parks and water resource management. There are limited funds this year so it is important to note that there are changes to the disbursement of the grant. This year, funds will be allocated in the following manner:

3 projects up to $10,000
1 project up to $5,000

If there are any remaining funds, other applications will be reviewed

Please note that if the total cost of the project is more than the monies allotted by this grant, verification of the necessary additional funds received by grantee for a completed project is required upon application. All Marcellus Legacy Grant Fund Mini Grants will be paid directly to the grantee. Completion verification of the project, in the form of receipts, is due by August 1, 2025*. The application should be submitted online at www.susqco.com.

Deadline to Apply is September 16, 2024

All Marcellus Legacy Grant Fund Mini Grants will be paid directly to the grantee. Costs should be described in the budget and will be paid only to the extent that they are incurred by the Grantee in performance of the Projects Scope of Work.

 *Completion verification of the project, in the form of receipts, is due by August 1, 2025 and should be mailed, dropped off, or emailed to Susquehanna County Courthouse, Office of Chief Clerk, Rebekah Hubbard: PO Box 218/31 Lake Ave, Montrose, PA 18801 - grants@susqco.com.

Important Dates:

    • Grant Round Opens: July 22, 2024
    • Application Deadline: Sept 16, 2024
    • Grant Awards Announced: September 25, 2024

For questions about this program call:
Office of the Chief Clerk
Phone: 570-278-6602
Email: grants@susqco.com


Eligibility:

Who is eligible? 
Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations with tax-exempt status 501(c)(3). 

Non-profit organizations must submit proof of non-profit status and be registered with the PA Department of State Bureau of Charitable Organizations.

What kind of project is eligible?
Eligible projects should advance the Goals and Objectives of the Marcellus Legacy Fund (see information above). All projects must be located within Susquehanna County.


Application Process:

Application Submission Format:

    • Applications will be submitted online.
    • The application link can be found online at www.susqco.com, under >> Announcements >> Grant Information.
    • All applicants will receive an email confirmation upon receipt of application. If you do not receive this email, please contact us at 570-278-6602 to ensure that your application was received.
    • Deadline for Submission: September 16, 2024

 

Applicant Responsibility:

    • Identify projects that support the purpose, vision, and goals of the Marcellus Legacy Fund.
    • Provide letters of commitment from partners providing local match; letters should describe the type of program assistance, match amount and how that partner is contributing to the success of the project.
    • Demonstrate the ability to complete projects on time and within budget.
    • Submit application on time by 3:00 pm on September 16, 2024.
    • Provide current proof of IRS 501(c)3 non-profit status and registration with the PA Bureau of Charitable Organizations
    • If the total cost of the project is more than the monies allotted by this grant, verification of the necessary additional funds received by grantee for a completed project is required upon application.


Application Review:

Applications will be ranked on criteria set by a review committee. Applicants will be ranked based on how well the project:

    • Supports and advances the goals and objectives of the Marcellus Legacy Fund.
    • Promotes partner collaboration.
    • Identifies and secures required match.
    • Develops a realistic budget.
    • Demonstrates that the project will have measurable outcomes and be successful.


SCORING
POINTS
1. Applicant Information (not scored)
2. Project Details

Does Project Support the Marcellus Legacy Fund, Susquehanna County Comprehensive Plan.

Project Description, Scope of Work and Timeline: Does project have the capacity and capability to be successful and to complete all described activities within the grant timeline?

Partners & Collaboration: Does project involve collaboration with other partners: municipalities, non-profits, watershed groups, agencies, businesses and/or health organizations, etc.?

Integration: Is this project consistent with state and/or local planning priorities?


 10


 15



 5



 5

3. Goals, Outcomes & Activities and Timeline

Do the project goals, outcomes and activities support and advance the goals of the Marcellus Legacy Fund?


 10
4. Budget

Budget Details: Does budget adequately support the stated goals and activities of the project?

 5
Total Possible Score 50 50


The review committee reserves the right to request additional proposal information if they feel such information is crucial to the ranking process.






IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

****YOU MUST COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION ONCE YOU HAVE STARTED. COMPLETED FIELDS DO NOT AUTO SAVE***

We suggest completing your answers in another document that can be saved, like Word, and copying and pasting your response.

(The address you would want payment sent to if awarded a grant)
(Please provide a short concise description of your project).
(Please provide a detailed description of the project including the anticipated steps toaccomplish the completion of the project).
(Please provide a detailed month by month timeline for your project).
(Please list partners who will actively be involved with your project. For example partners may provideproject assistance, funding or in-kind services. List each partner’s name, phone, email and a short description of their role in your project).
Is your project consistent with any local, county and/or state plans (i.e. greenway and open spaceplans, comprehensive plans, rivers conservation plans). Please list plan and explain how your project supports and/or implements the recommendations in these plans.
•Proposed Budget: (In addition to the information below you must submit a proposed budget for your projectas an attachment to this application.) •Local Match Details: (List local match commitments for both cash and in-kind below).
Please attach the following with your application.