The Fayette Community Foundation’s work is proudly community-driven, taking data and voice to strategically plan for long-term outcomes while providing resources for immediate needs. Following the 2021 community needs assessment that propelled The Red Door Fund for Mental
Health, the Fayette Community Foundation named workforce development and education as its
second public initiative to champion.
In 2023, the Fayette Community Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of The Green Door Fund.
This Fund will focus on enhancing local workforce development and education by convening community partners to begin identifying resources and solutions on this public initiative. This Fund exists to support the economic security and educational advancement of our local students and professionals in our community. By leveraging assets and resources, this community-led fund plans to invest in organizations and programs that enhance the workforce skills and knowledge in our rural region.
As we stride into 2024, the Green Door Fund is launching its March Matching Program, bolstered by $15,200 in secured donations from local businesses. Your support is pivotal in unlocking these funds, enabling us to empower rural students and meet the workforce demands of our local industries.
March Matching Program
Resources
$20,000
Invested into the community in 2023
$12,120
Invested into the community in 2023
2023 Community Impact Grantees
Grantees:
-
$3,120: La Grange Education Foundation for Welding Facility Updates
-
$3,000: St. James Preschool for Internship Program
-
$3,000: ACCSS for Career Quest Program
-
$1,000: Boys & Girls Club of Champion Valley for Computer Technology Updates
-
$1,000: And Then for new positions
-
$1,000: Hesed House of Wharton for Assistive Technology
