PURPOSE: The Laurel Garden Club is dedicated to community beautification, protection, and conservation of our natural resources and scenic mountain landscapes. The purpose is charitable and educational. Proceeds from fundraising efforts will benefit projects that comply with the club’s purpose.
1. Organizations wishing to receive a grant from the Laurel Garden Club must complete the grant application (available on-line at www.laurelgardenclubhighlands.com). The application must state the specific project for which the grant would be given.
2. Plans for the project must be made with sufficient specificity to obtain quotes from providers, including but not limited to landscape architects, plant nurseries, etc. Also supporting plans, including a detailed plant list, bids or quotes but be given.
3. The application should be submitted to the President of the Laurel Garden Club. The Grants deadline is January 31st. The President will send the requests to the Grants Committee for consideration. All applications will be evaluated. Only those projects that are in keeping with the Club's purpose will be eligible for awards. The Laurel Garden Club reserves the right to exercise its own discretion as to whether to award any grant, as well as the amount of any funds granted.
4. The award of a grant is not to be construed as obligating the Club to provide further funds or labor for maintaining the project. Assurance must be given by the applicant organization that other provisions have been made for the continuing upkeep and maintenance of the project.
5. Voting on grant applications will be by a voice vote. A simple majority of members present is necessary to approve an application. Paper ballots will be available and used if any member objects to voting by voice vote.
