Title
Vote on a Request to approve the Continuation of the Nonprofit Funding Appropriation for the FY21 Human Services Nonprofit Allocation Process and to reserve a portion of the funds for capacity building activities.
Abstract
Action Requested: Vote on a Request to approve the Continuation of the Nonprofit Funding Appropriation for the FY21 Human Services Nonprofit Allocation Process and to reserve a portion of the funds for capacity building activities.
Introduction & Background:
The Human Services nonprofit allocation process provides an opportunity for human services agencies serving Chatham County to apply for financial support of programs and services that support the Board of Commissioner’s goal “to provide social services and support that seek to minimize the impact to those in poverty and stabilize families and individuals in the county”.
In FY20, the Board of Commissioners approved a funding expansion for the Human Services Nonprofit Allocation process, for a total allocation of $250,000. The funds were allocated to 17 agencies to provide 18 different services
A continuation of the appropriation of $250,000 in funds for the human services nonprofit allocation process is requested.
It is requested that $5,000 of the appropriation be reserved for supporting nonprofit capacity building activities.
Discussion & Analysis:
Appropriation of funds for the Human Services Nonprofit Allocation Process is required before the county can announce availability of funds of the FY21 Nonprofit Funding Process. According to the Nonprofit Agency Funding Policy, the funds will be announced on the county website by January 31st.
The reserved $5,000 for capacity building will be used to provide resources and training to all nonprofits in Chatham County.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan:
Objective 9: Provide equitable access to high-quality education, housing, and community options for all
Objective 10: Foster a healthy community
Budgetary Impact: None. The $250,000 is already included in the budget.
Recommendation:
Approve continuation of appropriation for the Human Services Nonprofit Allocation Process.
Approve reserving $5,000 of the appropriation for capacity building activities