CCRES is unique because we strive to do more than provide high quality caring staff. We invest in all the communities we reach, supporting programs that directly benefit students and families. We are always looking for opportunities to make a difference. CCRES makes a difference in the lives of children and families by providing grants to non-profits throughout our service territory. Not only do we provide financial support, but we also contribute our time and energy. Throughout the year, you will find CCRES office and field staff participating in or leading a variety of creative, successful fundraising events.

Apply for a CCRES Grant for your community!

Applications are accepted from January through March and notifications will be sent in July. The typical funding range is $1,000 – $5,000. CCRES will consider larger requests if extenuating circumstances warrant. Matching funds, a specific dollar amount that the grantee or other outside party contributes to the project, are required. Exceptions for in-kind contributions may be considered. Please contact Sharon King, Executive Administrator, with questions sharonking@ccres.org.

• Project/Program (Funding for specific initiative or new endeavor, not general operating support)
• General Operating Support (Funding for the general purpose of work of an organization including personnel, administration, and other expenses for an existing program)
• Challenge (Funder sets fundraising goal for grant seeker to reach; reward if met)
• Capital (Funding for construction or equipment)

Download Your Application Packet Here

Dr. Michael J. Kelly Pathways Scholarship

CCRES established the Dr. Michael J. Kelly Pathways Scholarship Program in 2023. The Program awards grants to qualifying students to enable them to attend post-secondary educational institutions including career and technical schools.  While the awards can apply to traditional colleges and universities, they also can fund attendance at trade schools such as licensed practical nursing, cosmetology, construction and technology programs.  Awards can also pay for certification exams, special fees or tools and equipment associated with a student’s course work or academic program. Please contact Jennifer Hernandez, Coordinator of Business Development, with questions jenhernandez@ccres.org.

Meet Our Grant and Scholarship Recipients

Let our previous awardees inspire your next great ideas! These are some of the great examples of CCRES community involvement.

Grant Recipients

and language deficits. Other divisions include the Vanguard Transition Center for those aged 18-21 and the Adult and Specialized Recreation Services for those aged 21 and older.

Vanguard Upper School Library opened in 1998 and although advanced when it opened, has not kept pace with the dramatic pivot to online and digital learning and technology, evidenced based practices and student interests. The new design will prepare students with special needs to become resilient, technologically experienced learners and also help students and staff respond to the pandemic’s impact on academic progress.

The new design features a collaboration zone with soft seating, 3D printer, gaming zone, media teaching zone with computer teaching areas including a green screen, and desks and storage. This new space will provide a state-of-the-art environment that supports wellness, learning and student engagement.

Kate Mullen, Development Coordinator of VFES stated “Thanks again, Sharon, for helping to facilitate CCRES’s grant for this project. Our students and teachers really love this new space!”

Scholarship Award Recipients

Congratulations Nina R. for being one of five students from the Technical College High(TCHS) – Pickering to receive one of our new scholarships!

Pictured: LEFT -Nina, CENTER: Mr. Leon Spencer, CCRES Board Chairman, Erin Petters, Principal TCHS-Pickering and presenting the award to Nina and her mom. RIGHT: Mr. Leon Spencer, CCRES Board Chairman, Ms. Sharon King, CCRES Board Secretary, and presenting the award to Nina and her mom.

Other recipients not pictured received the following awards:Jacque S – $2,200 – For the purchase of tools needed to attend the Automotive Training Center (ATC).Caleb A – $5,050 – For the purchase of tools needed to attend the Penn College of Technology (PCT).Wesley B – $1,507.07 – For the purchase of tools needed to attend Penn College of Technology (PCT) in the field of electrical construction.Nicklaus M – $1,998 – For the purchase of tools needed to attend Penn College of Technology in the field of building construction. (see the News and Events section for the complete story)

Past Recipients