JANESVILLE 鈥 In response to increasing critical needs throughout the region, United Way Blackhawk Region is making emergency funding available to help nonprofits meet emerging demands for essential resources.
Board Chair Tom McCawley emphasized the urgency of the situation, noting that many nonprofit organizations are struggling to keep pace with requests for basic needs such as rental assistance, food, and childcare support.
鈥淯nited Way wants to be responsive to these emerging needs in our region,鈥 McCawley said in a release. 鈥淭his funding will help our community partners continue delivering the essential services local families rely on.鈥
Grants of up to $15,000 are available. Applications can be submitted via the United Way Blackhawk Region website at LiveUnitedBR@lubr.org. Eligible applicants must be registered 501©(3) organizations providing direct services within the Blackhawk Region.
The application deadline is Dec. 10. Organizations will be notified of grant decisions by January 16. All funding decisions will be made by the volunteer-seated Community Impact Council.
For more information or to apply, visit our website,
United Way Blackhawk Region provides community grants and resources to 26 human services programs at 15 nonprofit agencies in Rock County and northern Winnebago County, Ill. More information is at .