GRAND HARBOR

COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM

is an all-volunteer organization operating as a 501 (C) (3) non-profit charity,

founded in 2001. Through a direct appeal to Grand Harbor members and residents,

solicitation of corporate sponsorships and hosting several major events, we raise funds which

Transforming Lives

Strengthening Families

Improving the IRC Community

are distributed to local charities. Nearly 400 donors and volunteers support the activities of GHCOP. We have an active board that oversees all our activities and we are always looking for additional volunteers and board members.  GHCOP raised nearly $500,000 in the 2018-2019 season  and since our founding, has raised over $5.0 million.  We have no paid employees and 100% of each donor’s contribution goes to support a local charity.

Our Philanthropy Committee is made up of over 32 volunteers who review all grant requests from grantees and who arrange visits with management of each applicant.  Financial Analysts support this review with a detailed financial analysis of each application.  All of our grants are made to 501 (C) 3 charities providing needed services in Indian River County. During the last season, the GHCOP Board approved 37 grants totaling $419,044 and our Evening of Giving program in November generated $28,000 for gifts to 14 local charities.  The county has 5 designated pockets of poverty and we focus, though not exclusively, on the Gifford community.

Invitations to apply for a grant are sent out in early September, with grant applications due back by mid October.  Our site teams meet with each applicant from November to mid February and our Board meets in early March to decide on all grant recommendations from the Philanthropy Committee.  Grant Agreements and checks are typically given to the approved agencies in late March and early April.

The Philanthropy Committee provides volunteers an opportunity to meet and work with other Grand Harbor members and to be a part of a team that recommends grants to help address the needs of at-risk residents in the county.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

We welcome volunteers to work on the Philanthropy Committee, support one of our fun events, provide specific skills as a Board member and join our list of  committed donors.  Donations can be made on line by clicking How To Give  (see below) by using your credit card or by check to Grand Harbor Community Outreach Program, Inc., P.O. Box 644017, Vero Beach, FL 32964 or with a tax free contribution of securities (call our Treasurer, Ed Churney, for details , 908-770-6077).

WHAT IS GHCOP?

Grand Harbor Community Outreach Program, INC. is a 501 (C) (3) Non-Profit Organization, Federal Tax ID#51-0418002. A copy of the Official Registration and Financial Information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free within the State of Florida (800) 435-7352. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the State of Florida. GHCOP Registration # CH15327.

Mission Statement:

The mission of our Outreach Program is to address the unmet needs of groups and individuals in the area of health, education and human services in Indian River County.

PHILANTHROPY

The Philanthropy Committee has the responsibility to conduct a review of all grant applications including a financial review and conduct an on-site meeting with agency management. The committee then recommends a level of funding for Board consideration. The approved grants support programs in Indian River County that address needs of our at-risk residents.

The committee is headed by Liz Crowther, VP of Philanthropy and Co-Chaired by Kathy Tonkel.

The  support of those in need of special assistance.

$205,500 (49%)

The promotion or family values and the family structure.

$60,044 (14%)

Supporting the basic needs of individuals - food, shelter & clothing.

$153,500 (37%)

Annual Fund

The Annual Fund Campaign is the major source of funds for the Outreach effort each season.  Every October we mail a solicitation letter to the residents of Grand Harbor.  Last season, 2018 - 2019, we raised $282,000 from individual donors.

Events

We hold four fundraising events each season: The Evening of Giving, Gala Dinner & Live Auction, Bridge and Majhong Luncheon,  and our Golf Classic.  For details please see below.

Corporate Sponsors

Each season we have a number of generous sponsors from various local businesses.  These funds cover all of our administrative and event expenses, so that 100% of our individual's contributions go directly to area non-profit programs. Please see page on "SPONSORS" for details.

EVENTS

Dinner & Live Auction

Annual Luncheon

Charity Golf Classic

The Evening of Giving is scheduled for

November 7, 2019

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The Annual Bridge and Mahjong Luncheon is scheduled for Monday, February 10, 2020 at the Grand Harbor Clubhouse.

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The Annual Golf Classic is scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2020 on the  Harbor Course.

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November 7, 2019

February 5, 2020

February 10, 2020

April 6, 2020

April 20, 2020

May 6, 2020 

Evening of Giving at Grand Harbor Clubhouse

Gala Dinner and Live Auction at Grand Harbor Clubhouse

Bridge and Mahjong Luncheon at Grand Harbor Clubhouse

Golf Classic at Grand Harbor Golf

Philanthropy Agency Award Breakfast at Grand Harbor Clubhouse

Major Donor and Corporate Sponsor Recognition at Grand Harbor Clubhouse

VOLUNTEERS

SPONSORS

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