The Permanent Endowment Fund for Martha’s Vineyard is seeking applications for its fall 2016 grant cycle.

The endowment encourage applications that respond to community needs, offer creative solutions to emerging issues, and support the quality of life on the Vineyard.

The organization has transitioned to a once yearly grant cycle, and anticipates awarding $125,000 in grants this fall.

For more information, including how to apply and the criteria for awarding grants, visit endowmv.org or call 508-338-4665 with questions. Applications are due at midnight on Sept. 15 and grants will be awarded in early November.