WESTPORT – Westport Woman’s Club (WWC) is calling for applications from Westport non-profit organizations for the club’s annual Ruegg Grant. 

The Ruegg Grant offers a one-time funding award of up to $10,000 for a project in Westport during this year and next. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, Nov. 10. 

Proposed initiatives should be projects that benefit the Westport community, focusing on areas such as social services, health, safety, arts, or education.

The grant, founded in 1995 from an endowment by former WWC member Lea Ruegg, supports projects that enhance the Westport community. More than $200,000 in Ruegg Grants have been awarded since the grant’s inception.

Westport-based nonprofits that meet the requirements may submit a typed application via mail or in person to Westport Woman’s Club, c/o Ruegg Grant, 44 Imperial Ave., Westport, CT 06880. For more information, see the club’s website.

Founded in 1907, Westport Woman’s Club is a nonprofit philanthropic organization dedicated to volunteerism and fundraising in support of educational, charitable, cultural, and public health initiatives throughout Westport and neighboring communities.

WWC welcomes women ages 18 and older for membership. Residents of all communities are invited to participate in the club’s volunteer activities, community programs and fundraising events.