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Press Release NEW - Golden LEAF Grant Opportunities March 20, 2009 The purpose of Golden LEAF is to fund projects that promise to bring significant economic improvement to the tobacco-dependent, economically distressed, and/or rural communities of North Carolina. We welcome eligible entities to submit a grant application for a project that is consistent with Golden LEAF’s priorities. Golden LEAF currently has three programs open to eligible entities seeking grants. These programs complement other ongoing initiatives of the Foundation. After you read through each program description, feel free to contact staff if you have further questions about eligibility or program requirements or priorities. Open Grants Program The Open Grants Program places high priority on the areas of Agriculture, Job Creation and Retention and Workforce Preparedness. Other projects that focus on other opportunities to support and develop economic strength in tobacco-dependent, economically distressed and/or rural communities are also welcomed. In light of the economic downturn, Golden LEAF will be looking for opportunities to complement and leverage federal and state stimulus programs to increase the impact of its grantsmaking on targeted communities. The Open Grants Program will begin July 1, 2009 and replaces the former Golden LEAF Annual Grants Cycle. This program will make it easier for applicants to submit proposals to Golden LEAF and make funding opportunities available throughout the year. For more information on the Open Grants Program and how to apply, click here. Economic Catalyst Cycle The Economic Catalyst Cycle is a program that focuses on job creation and/or retention projects associated with business locations or expansions in North Carolina that are at risk without participation from Golden LEAF. Projects submitted by eligible entities must meet specific criteria to be considered for funding. The Economic Catalyst Cycle currently has three deadlines annually: September 15, January 15 and April 15. For more information on the Economic Catalyst Cycle and how to apply, click here. Golden LEAF Opportunities for Work (GLOW) – NEW!!!! Golden LEAF Opportunities for Work (GLOW) is a short-term, non-degree, workforce development grant initiative that supports vocational and/or technical training programs targeting identified employment opportunities in tobacco-dependent, economically distressed and/or rural communities. Workers trained through this initiative should become eligible for immediate placement in permanent, full-time jobs requiring their new skills. Golden LEAF Opportunities for Work has three deadlines annually for as long as funds are available: April 30, June 30 and August 31. For more information on Golden LEAF Opportunities for Work and how to apply, click here. |
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