WILLISTON, ND (KXNET) — The Williston STAR Fund is now accepting applications for the 2025 Community Enhancement (CE) grant program, after approving up to $50,000 for requests at its meeting on Tuesday, November 12. The program offers financial assistance to eligible nonprofits and organizations that improve the quality of life in the Williston trade region. Past recipients include the Bethel Lutheran Foundation, BIO Girls, Coyote Clay Target League, and the Watford City Park District. “The Community Enhancement Program is focused on the continued improvement in the quality of life in Williston and surrounding communities by placing additional funds in the hands of nonprofit organizations to assist in their projects and activities," said STAR Fund Board Chairman Taylor Grundstad. "These groups raise the standard of living by filling a niche and offering services to our broader community.” Toys for Tots drive to come to Bismarck next week The Williston STAR Fund comes from a voter-approved one-cent city sales tax. 75% of the tax supports infrastructure and debt reduction, while the remaining 25% supports job creation and community development. Under the STAR Fund’s guidelines, a maximum of $50,000 can go to CE projects each year. To qualify, applicants must be registered non-profit organizations, and applications have to show proof of matching funds. The money can be used for capital improvements such as the purchase of land, buildings, or equipment, as well as for operating expenses, or for annual or special events and programs. The deadline to apply is January 10 at 5 p.m. Applications may be emailed, mailed, or delivered to Williston Economic Development, which is located at 113 4th Street East. The STAR Fund Advisory Board will evaluate the applications on February 11, 2025. Applications are available online. Contact Brenda Schmidt at 701-577-8110 or [email protected] for more information. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Today's Top Stories SIGN UP NOW