The Old Haileyburians Association has established an Alumni Community Grants Program to support our members in times of need and empower them to make a positive impact in their communities. This program offers financial assistance to alumni facing personal hardships, health challenges, and family crises, as well as grants for volunteer projects and charitable initiatives. Through this initiative, we aim to cultivate a supportive and engaged alumni network that embodies the spirit of compassion, unity, and community service.

OHA Community Grant Applications are invited from OHA in the following areas:

1. Emergency Relief Grants: For alumni affected by natural disasters, personal or family health crises, or significant financial hardship.

2. Health and Wellness Grants: For alumni needing financial support for medical treatments, mental health services, or related health expenses.

3. Volunteer Project Grants: For alumni participating in volunteer work, requiring travel or project-specific expenses.

4. Charitable Initiative Grants: For alumni organising fundraising events or initiatives for charitable causes.

To be eligible for the OHA Community Grants Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a member of the OHA.
• Demonstrate a clear need for financial assistance due to personal hardship, health issues, or family crisis.
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• Provide a detailed proposal for volunteer projects or charitable initiatives, including objectives, budget, and expected impact.
• Commit to sharing their experiences and outcomes with the alumni community to inspire others and promote program visibility.

1. Submission:

• Applicants must complete the OHA Community Grants Program application form below.
• Include supporting documentation where required.

2. Review and Approval:

• Applications will be reviewed by one or more members of OHA Council.
• The committee will assess applications based on need, impact potential, and alignment with program objectives.
• Applicants may be contacted for further information or clarification during the review process.

3. Grant Disbursement:

• Successful applicants will be notified within 30 days of application submission.
• Funds will be disbursed directly to the applicant or relevant service providers, as applicable.

4. Reporting and Accountability:

• Recipients must submit a detailed report within three months of receiving the grant, outlining how funds were used and the impact achieved.
• Volunteer project and charitable initiative grant recipients are encouraged to share their stories with the alumni community through newsletters or social media.