The FY2025 AACE Micro-Grants Program, administered by the Asian American Health Initiative (AAHI) of Montgomery County, Maryland, supports nonprofit organizations serving Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. The program provides funding to enhance the capacity, sustainability, and infrastructure of eligible organizations offering health, wellness, and social support services. Grants are available for the purchase of equipment, professional development, and hiring capacity-building consultants, with a maximum award of $5,000 per category and a combined cap of $15,000 per organization.
Eligible applicants must:
Be a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization.
Have an annual budget under $1,000,000.
Provide continuous services to AAPI communities in Montgomery County since July 1, 2023.
Be in good standing with the State of Maryland at the time of application.
The total funding available is $101,000, and grants are awarded competitively based on eligibility and scoring criteria. Funds are distributed in two installments: 75% at the program start and 25% in May, pending a successful mid-point check-in. Projects must align with grant goals and comply with funding restrictions, such as excluding salaries, direct service operating costs, and events.
Applications open on December 2, 2024, with a proposal deadline of 8:00 AM EST on January 13, 2025. An informational workshop will be held virtually on December 12, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM EST. Grant awards will be announced on February 19, 2025, with the program running from March 3, 2025, to June 30, 2025, and final reports due by July 11, 2025.
Applicants must submit their proposals via the AAHI Community Grants Online Portal and provide required documentation, including a board roster, IRS determination letter, proof of Maryland good standing, W-9 form, and organizational budget. This program is a valuable opportunity for smaller organizations to build capacity and strengthen their ability to serve AAPI communities effectively. For application assistance, organizations may contact faaiza_ahmed@primarycarecoalition.org.
