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Cones for a Cause is a community powered micro-grant foundation committed to driving social change in the Greater Dayton area.
Cones for a Cause micro-grants fund special projects and programs that build a better community for our customers, employees, families, and the people around us.
Old Scratch Pizza's Cones for a Cause program is our way of supporting the incredible nonprofits making an impact in our community. This next grant cycle, we're revamping the program to provide more targeted and deeper support to six organizations throughout 2025.
The Cones for a Cause program is fueled by the generosity of our guests. When you enjoy an ice cream cone at any of our restaurants, you have the opportunity to donate to this fund, allowing us to support impactful nonprofits in our community.
Applications are accepted December 10, 2024 - January 20, 2025 and our grantees will be announced in February 2025. We offer six grants of $10,000 each to small nonprofits where these funds can provide the greatest support to at-risk groups and those lacking access to essential services. Grant funds will be dispensed quarterly in increments of $2,500, enabling us to maximize our impact.
Addiction Services: We support addiction services to offer hope and resources for individuals and families affected by substance abuse, fostering a community where everyone can overcome addiction.
Food Insecurity: We address food insecurity to ensure no one in our community goes hungry, promoting health, dignity, and equity for all through access to food.
Education: We prioritize education to empower individuals with the tools they need to succeed, fostering a community where every person can reach their full potential.
Housing Insecurity: We focus on housing insecurity to provide support, stability, and pathways to independence, building a stronger and more compassionate community for everyone.
Animal Welfare: We advocate for animal welfare to protect and care for animals, fostering empathy and respect for all living beings within our community.
Human Equality: We champion equality efforts to create a community where everyone feels respected and valued, fostering opportunities for anyone to thrive.
Old Scratch Pizza and the Cones for a Cause program are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity in our community. We take a non-discriminatory approach when awarding grants and provide an equal opportunity for organizations, and by extension, the people they serve, to access resources that will further their missions. We believe all people, of any ethnicity, race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, economic circumstance, physical and mental abilities, and philosophy are entitled to services and support that will better their circumstances, leveraging their voice and impact in the Dayton community.
