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Charity Guidelines & Application
by STEVE BAUN and MARGERY McNULTY
Co-Chairs, Charity Committee
Our CPA-PCA charity process has been 100% revised for year 2024.
We have a new charity committee and a new charity application & process. The purpose was to create a standard application / process for 2024 and for the years to follow. This is a living -document looking ahead, such that we can make necessary changes. Included with this introduction are the pages outlining what a charity would need to complete, submit and then the committee will review the applications.
Additionally, if you someone who’s going through some tough times and deserving of a little financial help, let us know. We started this idea with the intention of helping people in our club and our community. Recipients do not need to be a 501c charitable organization. Obviously we will need to be responsible with the funds, and examine and vet every case, but the committee will be glad to consider each suggestion and it can’t hurt to ask us.
If you have any questions, please send us an e-mail.
Central PA Porsche Club Charity Giving Purpose & Guidelines
The Central PA Porsche Club is a group of like-minded car enthusiasts who seek to support local charities through their passion for Porsches.
Funding Priorities
The central PA Porsche seeks to fund programs and services that support veterans, automotive related scholarships, etc
Grant Eligibility
Eligible projects must serve individuals, groups and/or locations within the geographic area for of the region as defined by PCNA.
All applicants must be a registered 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, or have a registered 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization act as a fiscal sponsor for the proposed project.
Grant seekers may apply for any project that best fit their need and the Central PA PCA Charitable guidelines.
Grant Timeline
August 1, 2024: Application available
October 31, 2024: All applications materials must be submitted
Applicants will be notified of their status by November 31, 2024
Proposed projects may take place at any time during the grant year beginning January 1, 2025 and ending December 31, 2025. Only projects taking place during the stated grant year will be considered for this round of funding.
What we do not fund:
· Advertising
· Capital campaigns
· Direct lobbying to influence legislation or funding appropriations
· Individuals
· National and statewide umbrella organizations that cannot demonstrate a local presence
· Religious organizations for religious purposes
· Retroactive projects
Criteria for Evaluating Proposals
The Central PA PCA committee makes all the grantmaking decisions and consists of a dedicated group of individuals committed to ensuring funds are used according to the grant guidelines. Committee members evaluate each applicant’s submission and make valuable suggestions to ensure that work supported by PCA will make a difference. The Grant Review Committee may request additional information about the grant proposal prior to making an award or denial.
Below is a list of the criteria utilized to evaluate applications.
· Connection to the Mission of Central PA PCA Club
· Need and target audience is clearly stated.
· Narrative provides a clear picture of all proposed actions and activities.
· Project/program dates and locations are clearly addressed and anticipated.
· Roles & responsibilities are defined and work to strengthen/enhance the project.
· Partnerships, collaborations, services and affiliations
are clearly defined if applicable.
· Funding:
· Project has a funding diversification plan and is not 100% dependent upon grant award.
· Budget Worksheet clearly defines where awarded funds will be applied.
· Project success is clearly defined and measurable.
· Goals are measurable and anticipated outcomes are clearly defined.
You may download the application form here. It is an interactive PDF that you can fill out digitally and email back to me, or download, print out, fill out manually and deliver by post mail.