The Preventive Measures Foundation Inc. is committed to supporting community organizations that share our mission to promote mental well-being and preventive health measures. Through our Community Organization Grant program, we provide financial assistance to organizations working to improve the mental well-being of people in need within our community.
Grant Submissions:
The Preventive Measures Foundation community grant submissions begin January 1st and will close May 31st. 2024
Grant Awarded:
The Preventive Measures Foundation community grants will be announced on July 15th, 2024
Eligibility
To be eligible for a Community Organization Grant from The Preventive Measures Foundation Inc., organizations must meet the following criteria:
Nonprofit Status: Applicants must be registered as a nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or be a fiscal sponsor for an eligible project.
For-profits: Applicants must be providing services at no cost to the client/consumer.
Geographic Focus: Grants will be given to organizations serving communities in PA, DC, and GA.
Mission Alignment: The proposed project must align with the mission and goals of The Preventive Measures Foundation Inc., with a focus on improving mental well-being.
Grant Focus Areas
We welcome grant applications from community organizations that address the following focus areas:
Wellness Services: Projects and programs that improve mental health, provide education, and other resources to underserved populations.
Preventive Services: Initiatives that focus on improved wellbeing, including but not limited to wellness education, healthy lifestyle promotion, and early intervention programs.
Grant Amount
The Preventive Measures Foundation Inc. offers grants of up to $5,000 per project. Grant amounts will be determined based on the scope of the project and available funding.
Application Process
To apply for a Community Organization Grant, eligible organizations must complete the following steps:
Full Grant Application: Complete the grant application form provided by The Preventive Measures Foundation Inc. The application should include all required documents, as outlined in the application guidelines.
Review Process: Grant applications will be reviewed by our Grant Review Committee, who will evaluate each proposal based on our criteria and priorities.
Notification: Applicants will be notified of the grant decision by July 15th, 2024
Reporting and Accountability
Grant recipients may be required to provide progress reports and financial updates as outlined in the grant agreement they will receive if awarded a grant. The Preventive Measures Foundation Inc. values transparency and accountability in grantee organizations/Institutions.
Contact Information
For inquiries related to the Community Organization Grant program or the application process, please contact us at Info@ThePMFoundation.org.
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What are the eligibility requirements?PM Legacy Scholarship funds will be awarded in the amount of $2,000 each to 45 selected applicants. Scholarships are awarded based upon academic performance, leadership potential, participation in extracurricular or community activities, letters of recommendation and evaluation of essay submission. Here are the requirements needed to apply for the scholarship: Applicant must be a resident of or attending college in Pennsylvania, Georgia or the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area (DMV). Or the applicant must be attending a recognized HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities). Applicant must be entering or currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. Letter of acceptance to an accredited degree program with a major in the area of Human Services (Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Sociology, Medicine, Nursing, Home Health, Public Health, Public Administration). Minimum 2.50 grade point average. Copy of final high school transcript (if you are entering as a Freshman) or full college transcript is required. Applicant must provide 2 formal letters of recommendation with contact information as PDF or Word Document. Applicant must upload a recent headshot (for promotional purposes). Applicant must submit a 500-1000 word essay with the topic: "My Impact on Humanity", describing how you will use your Human Services degree to impact humanity and your community in a positive way. Essays should be typed and double-spaced, and submitted as a PDF or Word Document. (Please Note: You must confirm your essay submission contains a minimum of 500 words, failure to do so could result in your application being rejected.) Must provide contact email address and phone number for your school Bursar/Financial Aid Office (Scholarship awards are disbursed by wire transfer. We must have this information in order to pay out your scholarship award).
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What will happen if I receive the scholarship?Scholarship awards will be announced on April 30, 2025. Student will receive an award letter via email. We wire all Legacy Scholarship awards directly to the student’s school. This may be challenging during times that school is not in session, such as Spring Break and Winter Break, but we’ll do our best to get the funds to your school in a timely manner. All scholarship funds must be disbursed no later than June 30, 2025.
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Can anyone working for Preventive Measures apply for the PM Legacy Scholarship?Yes. Both Employees and Independent Contractors are eligible to apply for the PM Legacy Scholarshp progam if they meet the eligibility criteria. This scholarsihp may be awarded in addition to the PM Employee Scholarship.
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What are the scholarship application dates and deadlines?Scholarship Timeline Application Opens: November 1, 2024 Application Closes: February 28, 2025 Award Announcements: April 30, 2025 Scholarship Disbursements will occur by June 30, 2025 Scholarship Use: The scholarship can be applied to summer and fall classes only. Applicants must be registered for classes at the time of scholarship distribution.
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Who is eligible for the PM Employee Scholarship?Individuals employed or working as an independent contractor for a company in the PM Wellness Enterprise (Preventive Measures, The Preventive Measures Foundation, PM NOW LLC, etc.) may apply for the scholarship if all other eligibility requirements are met.
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What are the Employee Scholarship Eligibility Requirements?* PM Employees and Contractors are eligible to receive up to $1,000.00 in Scholarship funds. Employees and Contractors enrolled in a Human Services degree program are also eligible to apply for the $2,000.00 PM Legacy Scholarship. Please visit www.thepmfoundation.org or the PM PowerPortal for more details. * Applicant must be a full-time employee or contractor of Preventive Measures or a company in the PM Wellness Enterprise in good standing, with no corrective action or suspension within the last 6 months. * Scholarship funds must be used toward a degree program, continuing education, certification or professional development in relation to your field or Preventive Measures career path. * Applicant must submit a 250 - 500-word essay describing the course/program you are pursuing, and how you plan to use it to advance your career or professional development. * IMPORTANT: Unless there is a way for PM to pay the school/company by direct invoice or wire transfer, the student is responsible for paying for the course/certification out of pocket and submit receipts for reimbursement up to $1000.00. * Employee/Contractor understands that Scholarship funds are for the benefit of his/her professional and career development, in relation to their work with the company. If Employee/Contractor leaves the company within 6 months of receiving Scholarship, funds must be repaid in full to the company.