Power of the
Purse grant application announced
Cowley County (KS), July 31, 2024: The 2024
grant application for the Power of the Purse (POP) funding has been
released. The Power of the Purse – a women’s giving circle established
with Legacy Regional Community Foundation – is currently accepting grant
applications from area nonprofit organizations that align with their mission
“to better the lives of women and children in Cowley County.” Eligible
applicant organizations include 501c3 organizations, quasi-governmental
entities, and service clubs willing to team up with a qualified organization.
For more information and to download the application visit www.legacyregionalfoundation.org.
Power of the
Purse aims to make a difference in the lives of women and children in the
community by encouraging community within the circle and with those they serve,
educating and increasing awareness of local need, as well as building a network
to catalyze positive change
Power of the
Purse (POP) has given $307,600 in grants and scholarships since the giving
circle was established in 2007. POP operates by combining membership
contributions to form a fund from which grants are awarded. In 2023,
organizations receiving grant funding included Angels in the Attic, Cowley
Cares, Cowley House of Hope, Eagle Nest Inc., Elevate Cowley County,
Soroptimist International of Arkansas City and Soroptimist International of
Winfield.
For membership
information or a grant application, contact Legacy at (620) 221-7224.
