P.U.L.S.E. of Noble County

P.U.L.S.E. of Noble County is a group of service-minded youth who meet monthly to organize community projects that benefit Noble County and grant philanthropic dollars to other organizations making an impact. P.U.L.S.E. stands for Philanthropists Utilizing Life-long Service and Education.

P.U.L.S.E. Mission Statement

P.U.L.S.E. seeks to broaden Noble County’s horizons of education and service through philanthropy.

Grants

Grants of up to $1,000 are awarded to school personnel and nonprofit organizations to enhance programs, activities, or projects that align with the P.U.L.S.E. mission statement. Examples include educational trips, special events, and creative projects that provide resources for the youth of Noble County.

Who Can Apply

Any K-12 school personnel employed at a Noble County public or private school, as well as any nonprofit organization serving Noble County, are eligible to apply.

How to Apply

Grant applications are available here and must be submitted via the online system.

Note: Make sure to fill out the correct application. Teachers must apply using the teacher application, and nonprofit organizations must use the regular P.U.L.S.E. application.

Requirements for Teachers

Applicants must create an account and provide their name, email, phone number, school, position, grade level, subject area taught, or area of service to students. The application should include the amount requested, a summary of the project, the problem the project addresses, the plan for addressing the problem, and an explanation of the project’s impact and measurable outcomes. Applicants must also upload a budget and a letter of support from their building principal. All required materials must be submitted to be considered.

Requirements for Nonprofit Organizations

Applicants must create an account and provide the organization’s contact information along with the contact information of the person completing the grant application. The application should include the amount requested, a summary of the project, the problem the project addresses, the plan for addressing the problem, and an explanation of the project’s impact and measurable outcomes. Applicants must also upload a budget and a copy of the IRS Tax Determination Letter. All required materials must be submitted to be considered.

Additional Information

If awarded a P.U.L.S.E. Grant, recipients are required to complete a Grant Agreement and submit a Final Report. Failure to fulfill these requirements may jeopardize future grant requests.

Deadline Dates

Applications must be submitted via the online system by the deadlines of January 5 and September 5.

Geographic Area Served

The fund serves Noble County, Indiana.

How to Apply

Grant seekers are encouraged to contact the Community Foundation’s Director of Community Engagement and Leadership to discuss their grant proposal before submitting a formal application. To apply, review the grant application guidelines and submit your application online via the CFNC Grant Portal.

Questions?

For further assistance, contact Jazmín Herrera, MNA, Director of Community Engagement and Leadership, at Jazmin@CFNoble.org or 260-894-3335, or Caroline Sizelove, Program/Office Assistant, at Caroline@CFNoble.org or 260-894-3335.