Selection Criteria:
- To be considered, your request must include your organization’s Form W-9.
- Proximity to Cerrowire facilities
- Tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the U. S. Internal Revenue Code
- Organization’s reputation for implementation and use of funds
- Exhibit clear, measurable and realistic goals and objectives
- Establish the means for evaluation and reporting after a program is completed
- Proposal quality
Funding Not Typically Approved:
- Requests from communities outside of Cerrowire’s area of operations
- Individuals (travel, conferences, etc.)
- Political organizations, parties or candidates
- Telephone solicitations or verbal requests
- Non-charitable organizations
- Fraternal organizations
- Endowment programs
- Churches
