September 15, 2010
Press Release: For Immediate Release, Please circulate widely
For more info contact Sahar Taman at SaharTaman@yahoo.com

Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin, Inc. (ISNW)
527 Second Street W
Altoona, Wisconsin 54720 U.S.A. 715-831-1560
www.islamiccenternorthernwisconsin.org

Grants for Community Organizations

The Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin - Mahmoud Taman Trust (ISNW-MTT) announces grants for community organizations.

The Mahmoud Taman Trust (ISNW-MTT) is a not-for profit fund operated by the Committee on Charitable Giving of the Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin. It has several goals for charitable giving including ISNW- MTT reviews proposals from individuals or organizations depending on the area of charitable giving.

Those interested in applying for a grant may submit an application in the timeframe required for each type of charitable giving area. After careful review, organizations that align closely with ISNW- MTT's mission and meet the evaluation criteria will be contacted requesting more information if needed or the award will given.

ISNW grants generally range from $300 to $500. However, the Trust will consider larger grants depending on the strength of the proposal, its relevance to our mission.

We are particularly interested in projects that have the potential to influence wider circles whether locally, nationally or globally. We are also interested in projects regarding Islamic education and interfaith dialogue.

A Few Words about Our Proposal Review Process

The Committee on Charitable Giving reviews proposals regularly. In reading a proposal, we consider the degree to which the project aligns with our mission, along with the potential the organization has to help address a compelling need in a community or wider culture or the need of the individual. Proposals that reflect the following characteristics, in addition to a strong resonance with our mission:

• Strength and clarity of intention.
• Organizational commitment.
• Honest and straightforward communication.
• Provision of comprehensive information.

For more information see www.islamiccenternorthernwisconsin.org

About ISNW:

The Islamic Society of Northern Wisconsin is an Islamic Center and Mosque which has been registered with the State of Wisconsin and the IRS as a non profit corporation since 1991. It serves the religious needs of approximately 65 local Muslim families in the Chippewa Valley area. The Center also hosts regular visits and offers Islamic education for local Wisconsin Universities, such as the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire and the University of Wisconsin - Stout, as well as to local schools, churches and community organizations. The Committee on Charitable Giving is one of the board's committees that is entrusted to manage charitable trusts including the Mahmoud Taman Trust. Also see www.islamiccenternorthernwisconsin.org