Fall Youth Engagement Programming (YEP!) Grants
This funding opportunity supports nonprofit and community organizations in Howard County to create free or low-cost programs that promote social-emotional learning and wellness for young people, especially those from diverse backgrounds, while addressing the impacts of COVID-19.
The Youth Engagement Programming (YEP!) Grants, funded by the Howard County Government, are designed to promote youth activities and engagement within Howard County. These grants support nonprofit and community organizations in developing free or low-cost programs that address the social-emotional learning, mental health, wellness, and core needs of young people, particularly those from diverse racial, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. The initiative, launched by Howard County Executive Calvin Ball in 2023, focuses on providing youth with opportunities to connect with peers, mentors, and their community outside of school hours, including weekends and summer. Programs must occur at least monthly over a 12-month period and should aim to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 by addressing missed socialization milestones. Grants range from $5,000 to $50,000 and require recipients to track and report program outcomes.
Award Range
$5,000 - $50,000
Total Program Funding
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Number of Awards
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Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Partial funding may be awarded.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Applicants must be nonprofit organizations in good standing with the State of Maryland. Programs must directly serve residents of Howard County, Maryland.
Geographic Eligibility
Howard County
Application Opens
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Application Closes
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