A chance for financial assistance, especially from local industries, should be taken advantage of.

Applicants have until September to apply for International Paper Foundation grants.

Funds that come from an industry that has local roots is an added bonus.

Whether you are getting your project off the ground for the first time or just to sustain resources for future programs, the International Paper Grants are something that should be utilized by everyone considering programs in their priority categories including education, hunger, health and wellness and disaster relief.