Richfield Foundation Awards More Than $11K to Local Nonprofits

The Richfield Foundation, a community-based foundation, recently announced eight area charities and special projects will receive grant money to be used to benefit people in the community. A total of $11,500 will be given out:

• , $1,000;
• The Bridge for Youth, $500;
• , $2,000;
• Cornerstone, $1,000;
• , $2,000;
• at , $2,000;
• 's Take a Kid Fishing Day, $500;
• VEAP, $2,500.

The Richfield Foundation annually accepts applications for grant awards.  Applications are reviewed and a select number of recipients are chosen. Typically, the foundation focuses on efforts that benefit at risk youth and making the community a welcoming place for all citizens.

The grants will be formerly presented at the meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011.