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Fulton nonprofits can apply for county grants

By Johnny Edwards
Jan 7, 2013

Fulton County is taking applications for 2013-14 Human Services and Fulton Roundtable Expanded Service Headquarters, or FRESH, grants. Fulton nonprofits that provide aging, disability, employment, homelessness, housing, HIV/AIDS and youth and family services can apply online at fultoncountyga.gov/WebGrants. The deadline is Feb. 22 at 3 p.m.

The funds come from Housing and Human Services’ budget. Last year, 117 programs received a total of $4 million, and this year’s proposed budget includes almost $3.9 million. Information: 404-613-7944 or hsd.applications@fultoncountyga.gov.

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