Community briefs: Foundation mini grants and local program updates

The Community Foundation of Hancock County awarded Mini Grants to eight local organizations to support training, events, animal care and cultural exchange; the brief also notes a $1,000 scholarship for future teachers, free Faith & Finances classes starting May 5, and the Gather Hope Spring Market on April 25 to benefit Hope Center Indy.

The Community Foundation of Hancock County issued Mini Grants to eight local organizations to address social, cultural, educational and environmental needs. The grants were paid from an annual pool set aside for needs that arise outside the main grant cycles. The brief also lists a teacher scholarship, free financial classes, and a spring market that will raise funds for a local nonprofit. Dates and amounts are reported as provided by the foundation and the organizations. Grant recipients and awards: - The Community Foundation of Hancock County awarded Mini Grants to eight organizations from a yearly set-aside fund. - Alternatives Inc. received $1,325 for CPR curriculum and supplies to keep staff trained for medical response. - Fort Benjamin Harrison Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol received $1,500 for cadet programming, including an overnight training weekend covering emergency services, radio communications, drill instruction and professional development. - Frenzy Animal Rescue in New Palestine received $1,500 to repair damage to a dog kennel room, with funding noted as coming in part from the Animal Welfare Fund of Hancock County. - Sister Cities of Greenfield received $1,322.36 for technology to enhance translation and communication with members in Kakuda, Japan. - The Exchange Club of Hancock County received $1,250 from the W. H. and Lola Reason Endowment for Patriotism to support the annual Field of Honor program at Indianapolis Regional Airport in Mt. Comfort. Summary: The grants and listed programs support local training, community events, animal welfare and international exchange, while separate items include a $1,000 scholarship for Hancock County students planning to become teachers, Faith & Finances classes beginning May 5, and the Gather Hope Spring Market on April 25 to benefit Hope Center Indy. Application and event dates were reported by the organizations. Undetermined at this time.