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Buncombe County Recreation Services is pleased to announce the 2016-2017 cycle of Community Recreation Grants. Community Recreation Grants focus on supplemental funding for qualified organizations within Buncombe County to promote recreational, fitness, health and wellness initiatives as well as community-based activities and capital improvements that increase recreational opportunities for the communities served. Grants may range in amounts from $500 - $6,000, depending on the amount of funding available and the number of qualifying applicants.
Eligible entities include Buncombe County non-profits focused on recreational fitness, health, and wellness activities. This program is intended to be a financial assistance program and is not a donation or sponsorship opportunity. Programs applying for funding should assist Buncombe County Recreation Services in achieving its mission.
“The mission of Buncombe County Recreation Services is to improve the quality of life within our community by providing high quality recreational facilities, opportunities for social interaction, and programming which encourages health and wellness through active lifestyles.”
The grant application deadline is Friday, October 14, 2016. Late applications will be rejected. The Community Recreation Grant Committee will review the applications during the month of October with all organizations being notified of funding via e-mail no later than November 1, 2016.
For more information contact Angie Hall at angie.hall@buncombecounty.org, or by phone at 828-250-6704.
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