Sister Phyllis Hughes Grant Program
Offered by Mercy Foundation Bakersfield · Bakersfield, CA
About this opportunity
The Friends of Mercy Foundation administers the Sister Phyllis Hughes Grants Program, which has been providing funds to Kern County nonprofits for over 30 years. This endowment supports organizations that administer programs meeting identified community needs and whose missions are consistent with Mercy Hospital's values. The program was named in honor of Sister Phyllis Hughes, who served as President & CEO of Mercy in the 1980s and was committed to serving those less fortunate.
How to apply
Applications are handled on the funder's own website. Review the full guidelines and apply here: supportfriendsofmercy.org/what-we-support/sister-phyllis-hug. Confirm the deadline and eligibility directly with Mercy Foundation Bakersfield before applying.
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- What is the deadline for Sister Phyllis Hughes Grant Program?
- The application deadline is Rolling (no fixed deadline). Deadlines can change — always confirm directly with Mercy Foundation Bakersfield before applying.
- How much funding is available?
- The award amount is not specified by the funder.
- Where do I apply?
- Applications are submitted through Mercy Foundation Bakersfield's own website or process — see the "How to apply" section above.