As another year draws to a close, we want to look back on 2022 and recognize the grants and scholarships awarded by the Columbus Area Community Foundation this year.
Competitive grant awards in 2022
The Community Foundation awarded $18,450 in competitive grants out of the Columbus Operating Fund in 2022 to benefit the following organizations and projects:
- Horses of Hope Riding Center: Fan equipment.
- SEK Interlocal #637: Shed, Start-UP coffee cart, and sensory-room supplies.
- USD #493 (Columbus): Golf and cross-country programs.
- SEK-CAP: Flooring for the Virginia Crossland Early Childhood Center.
Congratulations to this year’s grant recipients! We can’t wait to see the finished projects!
If your eligible organization wants to apply for a Columbus Area Community Foundation grant, please complete the grant application [PDF] linked from our Grants page.
Scholarship awards in 2022
During 2022, eight scholarship funds awarded more than $13,000 total to help fund local students’ post-secondary education. Congratulations to all our scholarship recipients, and good luck with your studies!
Learn more about scholarship funds at the Columbus Area Community Foundation.