Henderson Rotary has announced the award of more than $45,000 in grants to support non-profits in the Henderson Community.
This year, with the additional stress on nonprofits stemming from the global pandemic, Rotary made a change to its annual Community Grant program by adding a $10,000 Matching Grant. Rotary is pleased to award this $10,000 Matching Grant to the Henderson Tourist Commission and the Ohio Valley Art League (OVAL) to provide funds to establish Gallery 101, a new art gallery and community space at the Depot Welcome Center.
“OVAL is so excited to partner with Henderson Tourist Commission to bring a new, modern art gallery and creative space to downtown Henderson in The Depot Welcome Center,” said Jordyn Myracle, executive director of Ohio Valley Art League. “This initiative will act as a catalyst to enrich the arts and culture in our community and can be appreciated and utilized by both locals and visitors.
“We are so grateful for the community support and encouragement we have received regarding this project,” Myracle added. “On behalf of OVAL, I would like to thank Rotary Club for their interest in our project and for supporting the arts and our dream to create a unique space for Henderson to enjoy!”
Abby Dixon, executive director of Henderson Tourist Commission, agreed.
“Gallery 101 is a prime example of community collaboration at its finest, and we’re grateful for the Rotarians’ role in helping us bring it to life,” she said. “We can’t wait for this addition to our welcome center and the impact it will make on visitors to our community.”
In addition to this $10,000 matching grant, the Rotary Club has also announced its annual community grants for 18 projects created by leadership, health education and community service organizations in Henderson. These grants include everything from programming support for Involvement’s juvenile rehabilitation service to support for books to newborns and toddlers through Imagination Library. Due to the pandemic, these organizations will receive their awards now, and a formal recognition program will occur at a Rotary Program in the future.
The successful grant recipients are:
Audubon Kids Zone (AKZ) $1,000 to support Food boxes
Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club $1,000 to support Weekly Scholarships
Habitat for Humanity $2,000 to Support Habitat Voucher Program
Healing Reins $1,500 to expand its Equine Therapy services
Henderson Area Arts Alliance $3,000 to sponsor the 2021-2022 Arts season
Henderson Christian Community $2,000 for its Rental Assistance Program
Outreach
Henderson Community College $1,000 to support Hispanic/Latino Student Recruitment Program
Henderson Historical Music $2,000 to sponsor the 30th W.C. Handy Blues & BBQ
Preservation Society Festival
Henderson Humane Society $1,000 to help fund a “Meet-n-Greet” room for adoptions
HLI $1,000 to sponsor the 14th class of the Henderson Leadership Initiative
Henderson Chamber Educational $4,000 to fund Imagination Library book fees
Foundation
Involvement, Inc. $3,000 to support Juvenile Community Service Program &
Juvenile Rehabilitation Program & Drug Screening
Marsha’s Place $2,000 to provide supplies for clients
Matthew 25 AIDS Services $1,500 to support Zach’s Kitchen Food Pantry
Delivery Program
New Hope Animal Shelter $2,500 for Animal Medical Supplies
OASIS $1,000 to support Client’s Transitional Program
Rotary Colonels 2 College $250 for Promotional Materials
Salvation Army $2,000 to support their Emergency Assistance Program
Volunteer & Info Center $3,000 to support VIC Programs – Adopt a Family and
Build-a-Bed
“Rotary’s motto is Service Above Self, and the Henderson Rotary Club is proud that it can support other organizations which are also dedicated to serving so many in our community,” said Amber Conville, Henderson Rotary Club president. “These deserving organizations do incredible work and make Henderson a great place to live and work.”
The Rotary Club of Henderson raises the funds to support these grants through internal club fundraisers, as well as community fundraisers, including the Annual Rotary Trivia Night. In addition to these grants, Rotary awards both college and graduate school scholarships and financially supports the Rotary Colonels 2 College program at Henderson Community College.
The Henderson Rotary Club will celebrate its 104th anniversary in the fall. For more information about the Henderson Rotary club, please see its Facebook page @HendersonKYRotary.
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