From staff reports
United Way of Venango County, along with UPMC Health Plan and UPMC Northwest, invites small community committees and/or organizations to apply for a mini-grant to hold a National Night Out event in their respective neighborhoods.
Upon approval, funds will be distributed as a reimbursement, or through a purchase order form, after the required documentation has been submitted.
National Night Out is an annual community-building program that promotes strong police-community partnerships by bringing together neighborhoods with community events held on the first Tuesday in August.
The National Night Out Grants, unlike traditional United Way grants, are not restricted to 501(c)3 nonprofits. These grants may be applied for by individuals or small neighborhood committees looking to strengthen their communities.
The grant applications will be open through June 9 at unitedwayvc.org. Awards will be announced to recipients on June 23.
All events must be held Aug. 1 and within Venango County. Uniformed law enforcement and/or first responders are strongly suggested to be present during the event.
Anyone interested in helping to sponsor an event through a monetary donation should contact the United Way, or donate online via the National Night Out tab at unitedwayvc.org.
For more information, call the United Way at (814) 676-6545 or email jennifer@uwvenango.org.
