Human Relations Commission awards five grants to local organizations in Bowling Green

The Bowling Green City Council meeting on June 2, 2025, highlighted significant community support through grant awards aimed at enhancing local programs and events. The meeting began with the approval of minutes from the previous session, followed by a financial budget summary report for April 2025.

Lindsay Jo Durham, representing the Human Relations Commission (HRC), announced the recipients of five grants awarded to four organizations. The grants, totaling $1,250, are intended to support various community initiatives.

The Wood County Educational Service Center received two grants: $100 for a support group for grandparents raising grandchildren, which provides a safe space for discussion and community resources, and $250 for a back-to-school trunk or treat event aimed at supplying essential school supplies to local students.

Additionally, the HRC awarded $250 to the live music group for their Christmas community concert, scheduled for December 16, which aims to foster community spirit during the holiday season. BGO Pride also received $250 for their Bridal event on June 28, designed to create a welcoming environment for the LGBTQIA+ community, including health screenings and security provisions.

Lastly, La Connexion was granted $250 for their annual Hispanic heritage event on October 4, which celebrates the cultural contributions of the Hispanic community in Wood County through food, dance, and educational activities.

Durham emphasized the importance of these grants in supporting community engagement and inclusivity, encouraging future applications for the 2026 grant cycle, which opens from October 1 to December 31, 2025. The meeting underscored the City Council's commitment to fostering a diverse and supportive community through these initiatives.