{"id":904,"date":"2026-03-11T20:00:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T00:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/?page_id=904"},"modified":"2026-04-22T16:16:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T20:16:18","slug":"local-349-possibilities-fund","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/?page_id=904","title":{"rendered":"Possibilities Fund"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pf-top\">Where ideas grow. Where community strengthens. Where possibilities begin.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Welcome to a New Season of Possibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Possibilities Fund supports innovative, inclusive, community\u2011building initiatives driven by Local 349 members. If you have an idea that inspires connection, strengthens partnerships, promotes well\u2011being, or uplifts our community \u2014 this is your place to explore what\u2019s possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We invite you to browse recent projects, learn how to get involved, and imagine how your idea could make a meaningful impact this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is the Possibilities Fund?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Possibilities Fund provides support for member\u2011supported projects that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strengthen community connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote inclusion and well\u2011being<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage collaboration, learning, or creativity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflect the values of equity, solidarity, compassion, and community impact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a community event, wellness initiative, local partnership, learning opportunity, or a creative spark \u2014 the Fund exists to help turn meaningful ideas into action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are You Eligible to Apply?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before getting started, make sure you meet the basic requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>support staff member in good standing<\/strong> with OPSEU Local 349<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submitting <strong>one application per calendar year<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>first\u2011time applicant<\/strong> (priority consideration)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seeking support for a project up to <strong>$349<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing your project, you\u2019ll share:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A brief write\u2011up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least one photo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This helps inspire future applicants and celebrates the work of our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to Apply?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Click below<\/strong> to open the application form: <br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/BULnhBLCCC7gDWvr7\">Possibilities Fund Application<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or have your phone handy and <strong>scan the QR Code<\/strong> below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"508\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/PossibilitiesFundLocal349Application-508x600.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1725\" style=\"width:326px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/PossibilitiesFundLocal349Application-508x600.png 508w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/PossibilitiesFundLocal349Application-254x300.png 254w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/PossibilitiesFundLocal349Application.png 610w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possibility Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf3f <strong>Hope Community Garden<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly <strong>400 kg of fresh produce<\/strong> grown, harvested, and shared with culinary labs, local charities, and the Georgian Food Locker. A powerful demonstration of sustainability, learning, and community care working together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hope-Community-Garden-Pumpkin-Patch-799x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hope-Community-Garden-Pumpkin-Patch-799x600.jpg 799w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hope-Community-Garden-Pumpkin-Patch-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hope-Community-Garden-Pumpkin-Patch-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hope-Community-Garden-Pumpkin-Patch-1536x1154.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hope-Community-Garden-Pumpkin-Patch.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hope Community Garden &#8211; Pumpkin Patch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Clothing Locker \u2013 Winter Warmth Initiative<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With PF support, the Clothing Locker expanded its supply of hats, scarves, mitts, and socks \u2014 ensuring more students stayed warm this winter. A meaningful reminder of how small contributions create big impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"1668\" src=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/83F0913F-9A40-44D2-ACA6-FD70EC90A9FE-cl-1-450x600.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/83F0913F-9A40-44D2-ACA6-FD70EC90A9FE-cl-1-450x600.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/83F0913F-9A40-44D2-ACA6-FD70EC90A9FE-cl-1-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/83F0913F-9A40-44D2-ACA6-FD70EC90A9FE-cl-1-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/83F0913F-9A40-44D2-ACA6-FD70EC90A9FE-cl-1-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/83F0913F-9A40-44D2-ACA6-FD70EC90A9FE-cl-1-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/83F0913F-9A40-44D2-ACA6-FD70EC90A9FE-cl-1-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"1669\" src=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2D979D8C-B175-4B7F-88FA-B77CAC1AF6B3-cl-800x600.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2D979D8C-B175-4B7F-88FA-B77CAC1AF6B3-cl-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2D979D8C-B175-4B7F-88FA-B77CAC1AF6B3-cl-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2D979D8C-B175-4B7F-88FA-B77CAC1AF6B3-cl-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2D979D8C-B175-4B7F-88FA-B77CAC1AF6B3-cl-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/local349georgian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2D979D8C-B175-4B7F-88FA-B77CAC1AF6B3-cl-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feedback &amp; Suggestions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your ideas help shape the future of the Possibilities Fund.<br \/>We welcome questions, suggestions, and insights that help us better support our Local 349 community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce7 <strong><a href=\"mailto:possibilities.local349@gmail.com\">possibilities.local349@gmail.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Connect With Us On Social Media<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-facebook  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/g\/17femnSC2s\/?mibextid=wwXIfr\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 2C6.5 2 2 6.5 2 12c0 5 3.7 9.1 8.4 9.9v-7H7.9V12h2.5V9.8c0-2.5 1.5-3.9 3.8-3.9 1.1 0 2.2.2 2.2.2v2.5h-1.3c-1.2 0-1.6.8-1.6 1.6V12h2.8l-.4 2.9h-2.3v7C18.3 21.1 22 17 22 12c0-5.5-4.5-10-10-10z\"><\/path><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"wp-social-link wp-social-link-x  wp-block-social-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/local349gc\" class=\"wp-block-social-link-anchor\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M13.982 10.622 20.54 3h-1.554l-5.693 6.618L8.745 3H3.5l6.876 10.007L3.5 21h1.554l6.012-6.989L15.868 21h5.245l-7.131-10.378Zm-2.128 2.474-.697-.997-5.543-7.93H8l4.474 6.4.697.996 5.815 8.318h-2.387l-4.745-6.787Z\" \/><\/svg><span class=\"wp-block-social-link-label screen-reader-text\">X<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>This page is maintained as a practical reference. 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