Angels Over Sandpoint grant applications sought

Twice a year, the Angels Over Sandpoint distributes grants through their community grants program to various groups requesting funds for specific needs.

The “Angels” know they can’t do it all, and would like to help nonprofits in Bonner County that are doing work that fills the group's vision. Generous donors, by attending the Angels Over Sandpoint fun events and directly donating to the group, enable them to help with a broad spectrum of needs in the community. 

Past grants include money for softball and wresting equipment for girls, gas vouchers, newborn sleep sacks, to-go containers for Wheels on Meals, emergency cash, storage equipment, a groomer for cross-country trails and much more.

The grant program is in addition to ongoing programs such as providing emergency rent/utility assistance, giving grants to Homeless Task Force and Priest River Ministries (domestic abuse shelter). The Angels also distribute close to 1,000 backpacks full of school supplies to Bonner County students so every child can be ready to start the school year.

Applications can be found on the Angels Over Sandpoint website; angelsoversandpoint.org under the “need help/grants” tab. Instructions and a complete description of the grant are under Community Grants. All requests must be received by Sept. 20. 

The following criteria must be met in order to have a grant request considered:

• An organization holding a current tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3), (4), (6) or (19) of the Internal Revenue Code; 

• A recognized government entity: state, county or city agency, including law enforcement or fire departments, that are requesting funds exclusively for charitable purposes;

• A pre-kindergarten to grade 12 public or private school, charter school, community/junior college, state/private college or university;

• A church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large.

• A children's and/or youth program.

 The Angels Over Sandpoint looks forward to each group’s ideas on how to enhance the life of the children, seniors, veterans, and all Bonner County citizens. Each request will get careful consideration.