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Change for Charity is one way in which Market Street gives back to the local community. This program enables us to partner with local organizations already making a difference in our area. Through the financial support of Change for Charity, Market Street is able to help local non-profits meet worthy goals.
The nickels, dimes and quarters deposited into Market Street's non-governmental parking meters raise money for Change for Charity. Each year, four non-profits are selected to represent a 3-month quarter and receive a percentage of the funds collected from the 68 parking meters. At the end of each quarter a check presentation is scheduled to bestow the donation.
Market Street is pleased to award the following 2006 Change for Charity recipients:
1st Quarter - National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Montgomery County (NAMI). NAMI Montgomery County is a community-based organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those affected by mental illness and their families by providing education, support and change through advocacy.
2nd Quarter - OMNI Dance Theatre. Omni Dance Theater promotes excellence in theatre arts. Omni strives to supply the community with a bridge to channel their interest and support for the arts through performing and teaching.
3rd Quarter - Montgomery County Women's Center. The Montgomery County Women's Center provides safe shelter, crisis intervention, counseling, legal and support services to victims/survivors of family violence, sexual assault, stalking and abuse in Montgomery and surrounding counties and provides education to the community about such issues. All services are free of charge.
4th Quarter - Montgomery County Youth Services (MCYS). MCYS was established with a vision to create new opportunities for at-risk youth throughout the community. Through innovative programs, MCYS has helped hundreds of young people face their challenges, gain understanding for life, and learn to live for themselves.
2005 recipients included Montgomery County Performing Arts Society, Montgomery County Family Outreach, CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County, Montgomery County Food Bank.
Non-profits interested in applying should note the following eligibility requirements:
• Completed application, which includes information that will clarify the type of non-profit, level of need, and efficiency of operation.
• The non-profit must be either local or a national organization with a local chapter that benefits Montgomery County.
• The same non-profit will not be chosen in successive years.
• The non-profit should not exist solely for the completion of a special project.
• The non-profit must not be of a sexist, racist, or libelous nature.
• The non-profit must furnish proof of tax-exempt status.
Change for Charity applications are accepted January through October preceding the award year. After the New Year, recipients are notified of their acceptance. Interested organizations should download the application and fax to 281-419-4749 or email to jtaylor@trademarkproperty.com. |
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