Task force announces grant deadline

The Bonner County Human Rights Task Force is seeking grant proposals from community nonprofits, and educational and governmental agencies for the development and implementation of projects and programs specific to issues of human rights.

Task force officials are looking to fund projects and programs that support BCHRTF's stated mission: to affirm the American principles and ideas of the inviolable dignity and worth of each human being and recognize that everyone is equal under state and federal laws and constitutions. 

"The task force hopes to help sponsor activities that enhance human rights, focus on community education, provide a support system for people victimized by malicious harassment or intimidation and celebrate the fact that it is the racial, social, and cultural diversity of our people that makes Bonner County a rich and worthwhile place to live," Brenda Hammond said.

Grant requests up to $8,000 will be considered; however, the average amount of past grants is $2,250. 

Information about how to apply is found on the Task Force website: bchrtf.org. Applications are made directly to the Idaho Community Foundation; the deadline is April 30. If you have questions about the grant or how to apply, email bchrtaskforce@gmail.com, or call 208-290-2732.