The Paynesville Area Community Foundation aims to foster lasting, positive change in the Paynesville area by providing leadership and financial support, enhancing community partnerships to advance local projects and initiatives.
The Thomas Ritsche Youth Grants, managed by the Central Minnesota Community Foundation, aim to support youth-related programs and projects that specifically address and reduce crimes against youth and by youth. This grant program focuses on empowering youth and safeguarding them through preventive and supportive measures in the community.
Consideration Preferences: Preference will be given to initiatives that focus on decreasing criminal activities involving youth, both as victims and perpetrators. Emphasis will also be placed on projects that lead to lasting positive outcomes for young people and foster intergenerational, multicultural, and broad community engagement, aligning with policies on Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity.