NEWS RELEASE
UNITED WAY SAULT STE. MARIE AND ALGOMA DISTRICT
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The United Way of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District is now accepting applications for the District Grants Program – district donations are reserved for the District Grants Program. The program is administered by a Volunteer Committee which consists of representatives from North Algoma, East Algoma and the United Way Board.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for a District Grant, an organization must meet the following criteria:
• be a registered charity with an office in the district that surrounds Sault Ste. Marie (between White River and Spanish, Ont.)
• be governed by an active volunteer board
• show a need for financial assistance
The program or service will address one of the priority issues – essential services or workforce entry – and meet one or more expected outcomes.
Application forms and budget templates are now available on the United Way of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District website.
Application deadline is Jan. 19, 2018, final decisions will be made by March 27, 2018 and funding will be received by successful applicants April 2018.
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