News release Coquille Tribe. A key deadline is approaching for nonprofit organizations and government agencies seeking support from the Coquille Tribal Community Fund. Each prospective grantee must submit a Letter of Inquiry by Oct. 31. Organizations whose initial letters are approved will be invited to submit full applications. Completed applications will be due Nov. 30. As a leading South Coast supporter of nonprofit groups, the Coquille Tribal Community Fund has awarded nearly $6 million since 2001. In 2017, 44 organizations collected $362,000 for projects involving education, health, public safety, environmental issues, arts, culture and historic preservation. The Community Fund reflects the Coquille Indian Tribe’s commitment to a proactive, positive role in community well-being. Supported by a percentage of revenue from The Mill Casino-Hotel, the fund serves nonprofits in Coos, Curry, Lane, Douglas and Jackson counties, as well as government-affiliated programs in Coos County. A board of community leaders and tribal representatives manages the fund. Applicants can learn more about the fund and begin the application process at www.coquilletribalfund.org. Information also is available by emailing info@coquilletribalfund.org. Or phone Community Fund Assistant Jackie Chambers at (541) 756-0904.