FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Roger Good, Lee County Budget Services
(239) 335-2437
GRANTS LOCATOR DATABASE BEING OFFERED TO LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
FORT MYERS, Fla. (August 27, 2004) - Lee County Government is offering the use of a federal, state and private grants locator program to local community-based organizations as a way to increase outreach and maximize funding resources.
The eCivis Grants Locator database is offered at NO COST to all eligible 501c Community Based Organizations in the county.
The eCivis Grant Locator is an online database that allows organizations to access grant funding opportunities with verified details on Federal, Florida and Foundation Grants. This information also includes all application forms, standard forms, guides, instructions and previously awarded applications - all accessible online, anytime from anywhere.
All grant information is provided in an easy-to-understand summary of the most important details. Grants Locator standardizes programs with varying levels of information. Every grant shows funding, eligibility, program details, match requirements, and contact information.
To participate in the program, a Community-Based Organization must meet ALL of the following criteria:
If you are interested in utilizing this user-friendly program and to learn how to apply for access to eCivis Grants Locator through Lee County, you can download the application information at http://lee-county.com/eCivis.htm. After completing the information, mail or fax to: