Charitable Grants

The Toho Charitable Grants program is administered by the Toho Water Authority, a public utility serving communities in Florida. The organization positions itself as a community partner focused not only on water services but also on enhancing quality of life within its service area. Through this grant initiative, Toho seeks to invest in nonprofit-led programs that strengthen local communities, promote sustainability, and support long-term resilience. The program reflects the agency’s broader mission of community engagement, environmental responsibility, and civic partnership. The primary purpose of the grant program is to provide financial support to nonprofit organizations delivering impactful services across several priority areas. These include social services, youth development, environmental stewardship, business and cultural heritage, and general community outreach. Each category is clearly defined to guide applicants in aligning their proposals with Toho’s priorities. Funded activities may include programs addressing basic needs, youth education and workforce readiness, environmental conservation projects, cultural preservation efforts, or initiatives that foster civic engagement and community pride. Funding is offered in fixed tiers of 2500, 1000, and 500 dollars. In addition to these standard awards, applicants may request support for one-time investments tied to high-impact projects that deliver long-term benefits to the community. While specific restrictions on spending are not detailed, the emphasis on measurable community impact suggests that funds should be directed toward programmatic activities rather than administrative overhead. There is no indication of a required cost share or matching contribution. Eligibility is limited to organizations that qualify as public charities under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The program explicitly excludes political entities and restricts funding to religious organizations unless the proposed project serves the broader community in a non-sectarian manner. Applicants must demonstrate alignment with Toho’s service area and mission, as well as the capacity to deliver meaningful outcomes within one of the designated funding categories. The application process is conducted through an online grant application form provided by Toho. Applicants must submit their proposals during the designated call for sponsorships window, which runs annually from June 15 to July 15. All submissions are reviewed by an internal panel and scored based on alignment with organizational priorities and community impact. Final decisions are made by the Toho Board of Supervisors during a September board meeting, prior to the start of the fiscal year in October. Successful applicants are notified by email in September and may request feedback through score sheets to improve future submissions. Awardees are required to submit a mid-year report detailing progress and outcomes and may also be invited to present their work to the Board of Supervisors. For additional information or clarification, applicants can contact program representatives via the provided email addresses. The program operates on an annual cycle, with recurring opportunities for eligible organizations to apply each year.

Ensure strong alignment with one of the defined funding categories and clearly demonstrate measurable community impact and long-term benefit to the service area