GREENVILLE, S.C. (August 21, 2024) — Applications are now open for the Junior League of Greenville’s (JLG) 2024-25 capacity building grant cycle.
Grants are available in increments up to $15,000 for nonprofit organizations to assist with projects related to the JLG’s focus areas of human trafficking and economic mobility. These grants can apply to new or existing projects, and the grantee organization must also offer volunteer opportunities for JLG members. Organizations must serve a population in Greenville County to be eligible.
“The Junior League of Greenville is thrilled to give back to other organizations’ enriching and uplifting programs,” said Mary Latrick, JLG Vice President for Community Impact. “We are truly stronger when we pool our collective efforts to address some of the most critical issues in our community, and we’re looking forward to once again supporting local nonprofits in this work.”
The grants program was reintroduced in 2023 to further the JLG’s mission of creating meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Last year, the program awarded a total of $50,000 to five local organizations working to address areas of need within the broader umbrellas of human trafficking and economic mobility: GirlUp GVL, Greenville Free Medical Clinic, Nicholtown Child and Family Collaborative, Soteria Community Development Center, and Triune Mercy Center.
“Thanks to the generous support of the Junior League of Greenville, the GirlUp GVL’s GrowU Internship Program is empowering high school girls to gain invaluable real-world experience, develop essential professional skills, and expand their networks. Their contribution is not just an investment in our program, but in the future leaders of our community. We are deeply grateful for their belief in our mission and their commitment to fostering growth and opportunity for young women,” said Kim Mogan, Executive Director of GirlUP GVL.
Funding for the grants comes from a variety of member-driven and community fundraisers that the JLG holds throughout the year. The largest portion of fundraising comes from the JLG’s Nearly New Shop, a nonprofit upscale resale shop located at 118 Greenacre Road, as well as the Celebrating with a Cause event, which will be held on March 1, 2025.
Grant applications are due by August 30, 2024. For complete application guidelines, visit the JLG website: https://www.jlgreenville.org/community-programs/capacity-building-grants/.
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