Community of 1000 funds allow us to tackle pressing projects that improve Starkville.

In our first year, SCF partnered with the City and Starkville School District on a $100,000 Community Tennis Court Renovation. The Starkville Tennis Association re-formed with five active leagues, and Starkville will now have an active tennis culture on par with neighboring communities.

This year we plant to support downtown businesses during road reconstruction.

There are no thriving communities without thriving schools. Economic development begins with a solid educational system. When our schools and after-school programs are supported and successful, they will attract families, teachers, and businesses to Starkville.

Community of 1000 provides 8 Innovative Eductor Grants each year to support outside-the-box ideas in our local classrooms. We would love to double or triple the number of these grants, and we can with your help.

Starkville housing costs have increased dramatically, along with basic living costs. To reduce the number of evictions, Helping Hands provides emergency funds for 130 families a year who fall short on rent or utility bills. In exchange, participants take a class on lowering utility bills, budgeting, and resume improvement. We know many families are one bad bill away from a downward spiral that can lead to homelessness. Helping Hands plays a vital role in keeping Starkville families in their homes.