Foundation grant proposals deadline approaches

October 1, 2016, is the submission deadline for project-funding grant proposals supported by The Viking Foundation of Lincoln.

The foundation will provide charitable grants again this year, on behalf of specific projects, to other 501(c)(3) organizations in Polk County, Iowa. The funded grants will be directed to those who are challenged with education, poverty, housing, gender, mental and physical health, and other issues. A minimum of $60,000 in funds will be awarded in three states, with preference given to proposals in the $5,000 to $10,000 range.

The following hypothetical examples are provided to demonstrate the myriad possibilities available from the foundation:

· A YWCA needing to employ a summer intern to manage its “Learn to Fish” program for young girls.

· Helping to purchase a delivery van for local food bank.

· Developing a child care program for high school age parents in a public school system.

· Supporting an occupational training program for mentally or physically challenged youths.

· Stocking new children’s books in a library branch.

The foundation was created by Dr. Steven Eggland, Lincoln, Neb., to help improve and enrich the lives of individuals—especially children—who are less fortunate. Sally Johnson Eggland, Ankeny, is a member of the board of directors. To submit a proposal or for more information, visit http://vikingfoundation.webs.com.