Macon County Community Foundation accepting grant applications

The board of advisors of the Macon County Community Foundation is currently accepting grant requests for community projects funded from its community fund, according to Regina Lupoli, board president.

Funds are available for nonprofit organizations that serve general charitable needs in Macon County.

Applications are available online only beginning July 10. Visit this page for information about applying online. The deadline for submitting applications is noon Aug. 25.

The Macon County Community Foundation is an affiliate of the North Carolina Community Foundation. The community fund was established to help support local charitable needs through annual grants. In addition to Lupoli, board members are: Mandy Lail (vice-president), Granville Younce (secretary), Pam Collins, Sean Gibson, Louise Henry, Michele Hubbs, Kim Lloyd, Bryan Robinson, Tina Rogers, Derek Rowland, Nicole Sloop and Karen M. Stiwinter.

For further information, contact any board member or NCCF Regional Associate Sue LeLievre at 800-201-9532.