The Carter County Community Fund, under the Foundation for the Tri-State Community, aims to enhance the quality of life in Carter County, Kentucky, through charitable contributions. The fund supports a broad range of initiatives, including cultural, educational, and scientific projects. Grants, typically $1,000 or less, are awarded annually based on the fund's availability and application volume. Eligible projects must serve Carter County residents and align with goals such as improving community life, innovating solutions to community problems, encouraging volunteerism, and strengthening non-profit efficiency.