Missoula County has opened the second round of Impact Grants and is continuing to accept Micro Grant applications to support community - driven projects that enhance the quality of life in rural areas of Missoula County . Individuals , nonprofit organizations , citizen groups , community councils , schools and special districts are encouraged to learn more and
   apply online .
   The Missoula County commissioners initiated the Rural Grant Program in 2023 . The program includes two unique funding opportunities: Micro Grants , with awards between $100 to $500 , and Impact Grants , with awards from $500 to $4 , 000 . The awards are designed to support community projects within the county but outside Missoula city limits .
   2023 Impact Grant winners included the Potomac School District , which purchased a walk - in cooler , the Seeley Lake Lions Club , which hired lifeguards for the Double Arrow swimming pool , the Bonner - Milltown History Center , which transcribed oral history for archival preservation , and others .
   “Each rural area in Missoula County has its own unique set of needs , ” said Missoula County Commission Chair Dave Strohmaier . “The 2023 round of grant projects were diverse and tailored to each community . We’re looking forward to seeing what applicants put forward this year . ”
   The Micro Grant is open to applicants on a rolling monthly basis and are intended to be used for smaller community projects that can be completed within 90 days . Applications for the first round of funding are due Wednesday , Jan . 29 . Funding will be distributed in February . Ongoing applications are due the last day of the month and will be considered for distribution the following month . Recipients are eligible to receive funding once per calendar year .
   The Impact Grant application is open once a year . These grants are intended for larger community projects that may take longer than 90 days to implement or complete . The 2024 Impact Grant application is open until Thursday , Feb . 29 . Applicants must describe the need or demand for the proposed project and explain how the project will benefit and support the community . An expenditure and reimbursement and project report are required for each grant . Grant awards depend on funds available in the budget , and no applicants are guaranteed funding . Additional guidelines and requirements are available at
   http://missoula . co/ruralgrant
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