COLUMBUS, OH (March 18, 2008) — The Short North Foundation is accepting grant requests between $500 and $2,500 from area organizations with projects taking place in or around the Short North.

Specifically, the Foundation seeks organizations and programs that will benefit Short North area residents, unite Short North neighborhoods, and incorporate or preserve public works of art and architecture.

The deadline to submit a grant proposal is Friday, June 20 at 5:00 p.m. Projects requiring multiple-year funding will be considered. To view grant guidelines and download a grant application, visit www.shortnorthfoundation.org or e-mail sweed@columbus.rr.com.

These grants will be made possible courtesy of the Short North Neighborhood Endowment Fund of the Columbus Foundation and the Heffner Short North Neighborhood Endowment Fund.

The Short North Foundation serves to advance the creative spirit, diversity, and vitality of the Short North Neighborhoods and Arts District. Through its partnerships with The Friends of Goodale Park, The Harrison West Society, The Italian Village Commission, The Italian Village Society, The Short North Business Association, The Short North Special Improvement District, The Victorian Village Commission, and The Victorian Village Society, it reflects a collective vision of the entire Short North region.

Since its inception in 2000, the Foundation has contributed to projects including the Community Campaign for Creating Encounters in Urban Art and History, the Short North Parking Initiative, the Short North Pocket Parks Campaign, and the Short North District Roundtables. Once a year, it recognizes an individual who has made a significant impact to the area with The Short North Community Leadership Award.

Contact: Alexandra Kelley
614-573-1490; akelley@tenunited.com