WOMEN of Southwestern Pa. accepting grant requests
WOMEN of Southwestern PA Inc. is accepting grant applications through May 1 for funding requests of up to $3,500 from nonprofit and community organizations.
The organization helps less fortunate women and children in Fayette, Greene, Allegheny, and Washington counties. Money is raised through philanthropic events including Symphony of Food held every January and a golf outing, scheduled this year on May 8. Money is disbursed from September through June throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania to assist nonprofits. Emergency funds are available for requests throughout the year.
To qualify, organizations must have IRS 501©(3) status and request funds for specific projects, have no state or federal funding, and must benefit women and children. More information can be reached at the website www.womenofswpa.org.
WOMEN of Southwestern Pa. has disbursed over $877,000 over the past 22 years.