Great ideas need the right resources.
Fortunately, St. Clair County's rural and small-town communities are full of innovative ideas, dedicated leaders, and opportunities to make a difference. What is often missing is the resources needed to move those ideas into funded, actionable projects.
The Community Foundation helps fill that gap by providing hands-on support focused on Outdoor Recreation & Amenities, Public Gathering Spaces, and Leadership & Volunteering. This can include identifying funding opportunities, writing grant applications, managing grant requirements, building partnerships, and strengthening local capacity. Our goal is to help communities become grant-ready, compete for funding, and bring impactful projects to life.
Priority Focus
At the Rural & Small Town Summit, community leaders and residents came together to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing rural
- Outdoor Recreation & Amenities
- Public Gathering Spaces
- Leadership & Volunteering
These focus areas now guide the Community Foundation's efforts to build support as we work alongside communities to strengthen local assets, pursue funding opportunities, and bring community driven project to life.
Community Success Journey Examples
