The deadline for non-profit organizations to apply for grant funds for projects and programs from the City of The Dalles is less than a week away.  Applicants must demonstrate how they would stimulate economic development or tourism in the community, or provide social benefit for the community.  Applications are available at the City Clerk’s Office on 313 Court Street in The Dalles until Tuesday, and at the City’s website thedalles.org on the home page under hot topics.  Applications must be turned in by Tuesday for review by the City Manager, who will make recommendations to the City Council.  Approved applications will be submitted for funding through the annual budget process, with funds being awarded after July 1.