Local nonprofits eligible for $50,000 from United Way

Putnam County nonprofits interested in receiving special grant funding from United Way of Central Indiana may apply April 17-30.

United Way will award $50,000 in special funding during this grant cycle to nonprofits headquartered in Putnam County that are addressing basic needs, education and financial stability and that serve county residents who are in poverty or are considered ALICE, meaning they earn above the Federal Poverty Level but not enough to afford a basic household budget. ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed.

Applications will be reviewed by a committee of Putnam County stakeholders, who will select the grant recipients. Funds will be distributed in June.

Interested organizations may learn more and get an application by contacting Chris Flegal, director of community relations, at chris.flegal@uwci.org.