The Richmond Fund for Children and Youth is announcing the 2025-2028 Request for Proposals to invite program proposals from non-profit organizations and public agencies aimed at providing services to children and youth in Richmond and unincorporated North Richmond, California. The City of Richmond is the donor for this grant, which has a total projected funding amount of approximately $6.37 million available annually. Grants will range from $100,000 to $500,000 and will be awarded for a duration of three years, specifically from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027.
The primary purpose of the Richmond Fund for Children and Youth is to ensure that children, youth, and young adults in Richmond are healthy, educated, and supported within stable families and communities. The fund aims to enhance safety and well-being by preventing issues and strengthening the capabilities of families. It also emphasizes the importance of providing culturally competent, trauma-informed services that are responsive to the specific needs of diverse populations. Collaboration among public agencies and community organizations is encouraged to achieve shared outcomes for the target demographics.
Funding will be allocated for direct services addressing core needs such as mental and behavioral health, physical health, learning needs, safety, and community belonging. Eligible applicants include public agencies and non-profit organizations that serve children, youth, and disconnected transitional-aged young adults. For-profit organizations are not eligible for funding. Organizations must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Additionally, applicants must be located within a 15-mile radius of Richmond or directly within Richmond or unincorporated North Richmond.
The grant prioritizes specific populations, including system-involved youth, those experiencing homelessness, immigrant families, LGBTQ youth, and young people with poor health outcomes. The funding is designed to fill service gaps and leverage additional resources to support these vulnerable groups. Small and emerging applicants can apply for grants ranging from $50,000 to $100,000, while single organization applicants may request between $50,000 and $200,000. Collaborative applicants can seek funding between $50,000 and $300,000.
Submission requirements and application questions will be detailed in the RFP, which will be available on the City of Richmond's website. The evaluation criteria will assess the alignment of proposals with the fund's goals, the capacity of the applicant to deliver services, and the potential impact on the target populations.
The deadline for submitting proposals is October 6, 2024. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the RFP thoroughly and prepare their submissions in advance of this date. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the City of Richmond at the provided email or phone number. This grant opportunity represents a significant investment in the future of Richmond's children and youth, aiming to foster healthier and more supportive communities.
