We appreciate your contact with us and are excited about the prospect of collaborating with you to create a positive impact in the community. Each request will be directed to the relevant committee for initial assessment and recommendation. Upon approval by the appropriate committee, the request will then proceed to the FOP Board of Directors for final approval for funding. This process typically takes three to six weeks, with the timeline varying based on the requested funding amount.
Please be aware that The Friends of Porus Association, Inc., if approved for assistance, will primarily disburse funds directly to companies or educational institutions, depending on the specific needs. In exceptional cases, the Board of Directors may consider providing funds in cash directly to individuals, but such determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis and under compelling circumstances.
Eligibility and Evaluation Criteria:
To be considered for student needs-based grants, from The Friends of Porus Association applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
- Student Eligibility: Enrollment as full-time students at an accredited educational institution is a prerequisite, in addition to meeting the residency requirement.
- Not-for-profit organizations: are eligible, but they must be recognized as not-for-profit entities, similar to a church, to qualify in addition to meeting the residency requirement.
- Residency Requirement: To meet the eligibility criteria, applicants, including parents or guardians, and non-profit organizations must have either established their residency or a non-profit organization in the community of Porus, Manchester, Jamaica, for a continuous period of at least 12 months, as well as in the following surrounding communities:
- Broad Leaf District
- Berry-Dale District
- Coffee Grove District
- Harmons District
- Ramble District
- Red Berry District
- Spring Grove District
- St Toolis District
- Trinity District
Applicant Information: Applicants are required to present a comprehensive description of their financial need and specify the intended purpose for the funds.