Lyon County is getting another round of supplemental federal funds to help emergency food and shelter programs.
The United Way of the Flint Hills says this grant amount totals just over $4,600 and will help expand the capacity in so-called high-need areas countywide.
As has been the case in years past, the selection came through a national board involving FEMA and representatives of the American Red Cross, Catholic Charities USA, National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA, Jewish Federations of North America, Salvation Army and United Way Worldwide. A local board consisting of the United Way of the Flint Hills, Emporia Rescue Mission, American Red Cross, Catholic Charities and other nonprofits will figure out how to distribute the money locally.
Agencies chosen for funding must be private nonprofit or government units, be eligible to receive federal funds, have an accounting system, practice nondiscrimination, have a demonstrated capacity to deliver emergency programs and — if a private nonprofit — have a voluntary board.
Nonprofits and government units meeting these criteria are encouraged to apply for funds by calling the United Way at 342-7564 or emailing hannah@uwfh.org by June 13.
