Updates from Your Community Foundation

The Decatur County Community Foundation announces a new round of funding for projects addressing Decatur County’s mental health needs. DCCF is seeking to fund projects that fill mental health service gaps in Decatur County. Registered 501c3 organizations, schools, or other individuals/organizations providing mental health services to the uninsured/underinsured are encouraged to apply. Grant applications will be available starting August 1. The application deadline is Septemb

“We have about 60 kids that have signed up to play this year for us. (We all) thank you for the grant to support our youth football program. Your investment in our young athletes provides them with valuable opportunities for growth, teamwork, and success both on and off the field. From all of us here at SD Youth Football we appreciate your support and commitment to our community.“ -Steve Bennett, South Decatur Youth Football

In the past month the Decatur County Community Foundation has awarded $178,214.41 in grants and $336,964.66 in scholarships. The Fund for Women and Children kicked things off at the end of April with an award to an organization that improves the lives of women and children in Decatur County. Project Linus was named this year’s recipient. Project Linus volunteers make blankets to give to children who are in the emergency room, having surgeries, going through the court system a