Juniors have funds for nonprofits

Thursday, March 21, 2013

AMHERST – The Amherst Junior Women’s Club invites nonprofit organizations in need of charitable contributions to apply for a donation. Throughout the year, the AJWC raises money and then disburses those funds within the community.

Guidelines

Request must follow these guidelines:

Requesting organization must be a nonprofit.

Organization does not need to have an Amherst address but must serve the local community.

Request must be submitted by March 31, in writing or by email.

Request must contain the following information:

Name of organization, mailing address, email address, website (if available), telephone number, and contact name.

Copy of 501(c)3 letter or nonprofit letter.

Dollar amount requested.

How would donated funds be used?

How does requesting organization currently benefit Amherst and greater community?

How does the organization’s objective correspond to the mission of the Amherst Junior Women’s Club? The club’s mission is explained below.

When was organization established? Provide short history of organization.

How does organization fund itself, i.e. federal/state/local grants?

What is organization’s annual budget? Include any expected shortfalls.

Civic needs

The AJWC is an organization of women who volunteer their time, energy and talent to enhance the community.

The club’s mission is to focus efforts on civic needs, educational advancement and the less fortunate.

Once approved, funds will be distributed no later than June 15. Only chosen recipients will be notified of disbursements.

For more information, e-mail Sharon Campbell at CIP@amherstjuniors.org.

Please reference “CIP Request” in subject line. Also visit www.amherstjuniors.org. Mailing address is AJWC, CIP Request, P.O. Box 513, Amherst, NH 03031.