Grants for Nonprofits - Capacity Building

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Louisiana that are focused on improving community health and education through evidence-based projects.

This funding opportunity supports agricultural programs, educational initiatives, and community projects in Miami County, Ohio, aimed at strengthening local agricultural and leadership organizations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations serving Native Hawaiians to enhance their capacity in preventing and responding to domestic violence and family violence through culturally relevant resources and training.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations, individuals, and groups focused on developing innovative clean energy projects or enhancing their capacity to serve priority populations in Massachusetts.

The Public-Space Activation Fund (PAF) is a grant opportunity offered by the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. The grant program aims to fund temporary, creative projects in public spaces within LA City neighborhoods where arts and culture are absent or scarce. The funding levels range from $600 to $45,000, depending on the category and complexity of the proposed projects. The grant is open for monthly submissions from October 2023 to July 2024. Eligible applicants include Los Angeles-based community entrepreneurs, independent artists, cultural activists, nonprofit organizations, and collaborative partnerships under the stewardship of one lead-agent. There are four categories under PAF: Neighborhood Expressions (NE), Arts and Social Wellness (ASW), International Festivals & Intercultural Foods (IFIF), and International Participation And Promotion Projects (IPAPP). Each category has specific requirements and funding ranges. The primary aim of PAF is to activate designated public spaces through creative-connectivity for well-defined audiences. The deadline for applications is July 31, 2024, at 12:00 am. For more information on eligibility requirements and application instructions, prospective applicants are encouraged to refer to the PAF program guidelines available at dcaredesign.org/artsactivate or contact Armando Smith at [email protected] or Ben Espinosa at [email protected].

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in North Carolina that serve disadvantaged groups, including youth, the elderly, and individuals with mental or physical disabilities, to help them improve their services and capacity.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the San Antonio area that are collaborating on innovative programs or systemic initiatives to create measurable community impact.

This grant provides funding to improve state capabilities in collecting and managing financial data related to special education services for children and youth with disabilities.

This grant provides funding for community betterment projects in Chadron, supported by KENO lottery revenue and the Public Alliance for Community Energy program.

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is offering Ag Research Grants to fund agricultural research projects conducted between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2026, with potential for extension. This program aims to address continued priorities of the agricultural industry within the Commonwealth. The Department’s mission alignment is evident in its focus on scientific studies that improve various aspects of agriculture, from economic impact and farm management to animal health and innovative technologies, ultimately benefiting the state’s agricultural sector and its stakeholders. The target beneficiaries of these grants are researchers and institutions capable of conducting impactful agricultural studies. The program's impact goals are broad, aiming to enhance agricultural sustainability, economic viability, and public well-being within Pennsylvania. Specific goals include mitigating pest infestations, understanding the economic impacts of agricultural practices, improving food security programs, advancing energy efficiency in agriculture, addressing animal health concerns, and fostering innovation in manufacturing and robotic technologies within the sector. The Department's priorities and focuses are diverse, encompassing ongoing multi-year research projects, general agriculture, energy in agriculture, life science, manufacturing, and robotic technology. Within general agriculture, there is interest in food action plans, the impact of food assistance programs (Double Up Food Bucks, Senior Food Nutrition Program, Farmers Market Nutrition Program, TEFAP), surplus food recovery, consumer affairs reporting on food prices, workforce analysis, economic impact studies, urban agriculture capacity and stewardship, land access barriers for BIPOC farmers, and soil testing/remediation. Energy in agriculture focuses on mapping energy generation from agricultural products, reducing greenhouse gases, and Agrivoltaics. In the life science category, the Department seeks to address wildlife crop damage, the impact of Medicare rule changes on fresh food access, One Health initiatives, animal health and productivity, diagnosis of animal diseases, animal welfare, and dairy industry recommendations related to Federal Milk Marketing Order and the PA Milk Board Over-Order Premium, as well as Chronic Wasting Disease strategy development. Manufacturing research is encouraged in areas like food production residual waste, organic processing incentives, biodegradable packaging, pharmaceutical/industrial uses for milk proteins, and conversion of spent mushroom substrate to bio-char. Finally, robotic technology research aims to understand current and future farmer technology use and assess Augmented Reality applications in Pennsylvania's animal and plant industries. The expected outcomes include the development of evidence-based strategies for pest control, improved farm management practices impacting the Chesapeake Bay, enhanced food security through program analysis, validated consumer information, and a better understanding of the agricultural workforce and urban agriculture. In energy, outcomes will include new methods for energy generation, greenhouse gas reduction strategies, and optimized Agrivoltaics implementation. Life science research is expected to lead to improved animal health, productivity, and welfare, as well as informed policy recommendations for the dairy industry and effective strategies for Chronic Wasting Disease. Manufacturing research will contribute to sustainable waste management and innovative product development, while robotics research will drive technological adoption in farming. The Department's strategic priorities are to address critical challenges and opportunities facing Pennsylvania agriculture, leveraging scientific research to achieve measurable results. Their theory of change is that by funding targeted research in these key areas, they can provide actionable insights and innovative solutions that will directly benefit farmers, agricultural businesses, consumers, and the environment. All funding is contingent upon budget appropriations, indicating a commitment to sustained investment in agricultural progress as a core component of the state's economic and environmental health.

The Landmarks Illinois Banterra Bank Preserve Southern Illinois Grant Program is designed to support the preservation of historic properties for economic development purposes. This grant program, funded by Landmarks Illinois, aligns with the foundation's mission to protect and preserve valuable historic structures, particularly those facing significant threats. By focusing on commercial properties, the program aims to stimulate economic growth within Southern Illinois while ensuring the longevity of its architectural heritage. The primary beneficiaries of this program are owners of significant structures located near commercial corridors in the DCEO Southern Region of Illinois. Eligible applicants include commercial property owners, nonprofits, and governmental bodies who have legal control over the structure or site and possess the capacity to manage grant funds effectively. The impact goal is to empower these beneficiaries to undertake critical preservation work, contributing to both the cultural richness and economic vitality of their communities. The program prioritizes projects that benefit identified Eligible Structures and address critical preservation issues, with a strong emphasis on properties listed on the Most Endangered Historic Places list. The focus is specifically on preserving commercial properties to foster economic development. All preservation work funded through the program must adhere to the Secretary of Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, ensuring high-quality, historically sensitive interventions. Services covered by the grant include various stages of preservation, from studies and assessments to stabilization, rehabilitation, surveys, and nominations. Expected outcomes include the successful preservation of historic commercial properties, leading to their continued use and contribution to local economies. Measurable results will include the number of projects completed, the types of services rendered, and the overall impact on economic development within the targeted counties. The grants are awarded on a matching basis, ranging from $500 to $2,500, requiring applicants to demonstrate commitment through their own financial contributions. A follow-up report is required from all grant recipients to document the project's progress and outcomes, allowing Landmarks Illinois to assess the program's effectiveness and impact in line with its strategic priorities for historic preservation and community development.

The Tribal Solar Gap Funding Grant, offered by the Tribal Solar Accelerator Fund (TSAF), aims to support solar projects within American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) tribal communities. This grant is designed to address funding gaps, such as tribal cost-share requirements or leveraging other grant opportunities, for various solar initiatives. The TSAF's core mission is to serve, support, and strengthen AI/AN tribal communities through investments in solar energy development and sustainability, aligning directly with the grant's objective of enhancing tribal energy resilience and infrastructure. The grant encourages applications for up to $250,000 to facilitate the deployment of solar energy where existing funding gaps prevent project completion. The target beneficiaries of this grant are primarily federally recognized tribal governments, tribally-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, and tribally-controlled or operated schools in the lower 48 states and Alaska. The definition of "tribal-led" requires a majority (>51%) of the board of directors and leadership team to be American Indian or Alaska Native. Additionally, projects must serve communities designated as low-to-moderate income (LMI), as evidenced by eligibility for federal, state, or tribal low-income programs, or Census data. The impact goals are to strengthen tribal solar energy development, foster infrastructure that includes other renewable energy technologies like battery storage and clean mobility, and initiate new solar demonstration projects that enhance tribal community energy resilience. The grant prioritizes projects that are already positioned to deploy solar energy but face a cost-share gap. The funding areas specifically focus on "Solar Project 'Gap' Funding." The objectives are to enhance and strengthen tribal solar energy development and infrastructure, provide funding for larger-scale solar projects that benefit a significant number of tribal community members, and initiate new solar demonstration project systems. This strategic focus ensures that the grant effectively removes financial barriers, allowing ready-to-deploy projects to move forward and deliver tangible benefits to tribal communities. Expected outcomes and measurable results include the successful deployment of solar projects, increased access to clean energy for tribal communities, strengthened energy resilience, and the integration of other impactful renewable energy technologies. By addressing funding gaps, the TSAF's theory of change is that it will accelerate the implementation of solar energy solutions, leading to enhanced energy independence, economic development, and environmental sustainability within tribal nations. The grant's emphasis on larger-scale projects and new demonstration systems indicates a commitment to both immediate impact and long-term, scalable solutions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and public entities to establish a centralized resource center that enhances education and assistance for Medicare-eligible individuals and their families across the U.S.

The Jefferson Foundation provides grants for charitable and educational activities focused on promoting individual and community health and well-being. Their mission is directly aligned with increasing the health and well-being of Jefferson County residents through various initiatives. The grants are designed to support activities in program support, capacity building, and capital projects, reflecting a comprehensive approach to community development and health improvement. The target beneficiaries are residents of Jefferson County, MO, with an emphasis on supporting qualified public charities and government units that serve this population. The overarching impact goal is to enhance the health and well-being of these residents by addressing critical areas such as academic scholarships, basic needs (food, shelter, rent/mortgage, utilities), dental services, drug and alcohol abuse prevention and treatment, and mental health counseling. Other key areas include exercise and healthy lifestyle education, foster care and adoption services, health-related education, homelessness and domestic violence shelters, medical equipment, obesity, physical and mental disabilities, prescription assistance, preventative health care, safe housing, and transportation assistance. The foundation's strategic priorities are clearly focused on community health, with a theory of change that by funding targeted programs and services, they can create a healthier and more stable community. They prioritize direct services and support within the county, ensuring that the grants have a tangible impact on the lives of residents. This is evident in their specific grant topics and the geographical restriction to Jefferson County. Expected outcomes include improved access to essential services for residents, increased capacity for local organizations, and the successful implementation of capital projects that serve the community. Measurable results would stem from the effectiveness of programs in addressing the identified grant topics, such as a reduction in drug and alcohol abuse, improved access to dental care, or increased participation in healthy lifestyle education. The foundation's requirement for progress and final grant reports suggests a commitment to tracking these outcomes and ensuring accountability.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies focused on improving health and well-being for families, particularly children and their caregivers, in Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

The Preschool Development Grant is a three-year federal initiative designed to bolster Delaware's early childhood system, ensuring it is inclusive and integrated to support the development and learning of all children and their families from birth through age 5. With an $8 million award for its first year, following a $4.2 million PDG B-5 grant received in December 2018, the grant aims to provide high-quality early learning experiences and facilitate a smooth transition to kindergarten for children. Approximately $4.8 million of the grant is allocated to expand home-visiting services and state-funded preschool seats, while $3.2 million is dedicated to enhancing support for professionals, including technological advancements delayed by the pandemic. Key initiatives funded by the grant include expanding state-funded preschool programs, piloting the Family Connects home visiting model, updating family materials for resource and referral, enhancing workforce support for early childhood professionals, developing a mental health consultation program for home visitors, and updating the state’s strategic plans for a cohesive birth to five strategy.

The Community Impact Grant (CIG) Program for Fiscal Year 2024, offered by the Redevelopment Authority of Prince George’s County (RDA), is designed to support community-based 501(c)(3) organizations in Prince George’s County. This program aligns with the RDA's broader mission to revitalize and enhance communities and the quality of life within the county. By providing grants for small innovative capital projects, the RDA aims to foster significant, tangible improvements at the neighborhood level, thereby directly contributing to its strategic priorities of community development and well-being. The target beneficiaries of the CIG Program are civic/neighborhood associations and community-based 501(c)(3) organizations located within Prince George’s County and in good standing with the State of Maryland. The program's impact goals are centered on revitalizing and enhancing communities through specific capital projects. These projects are expected to lead to measurable improvements in the local environment, public spaces, and commercial areas, ultimately benefiting the residents by creating more vibrant, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing surroundings. The program prioritizes projects within two main categories: Neighborhood Beautification and Environment, Natural Resources and Sustainability. Under Neighborhood Beautification, the focus areas include streetscape improvements, street furniture, pedestrian enhancements, recreational improvements, signage, banners, way-finding systems, commercial façade improvements, internal/external improvements to public-use commercial buildings, and permanent public art installations. For Environment, Natural Resources and Sustainability, the focus is on the restoration of parks, streams, and open space, urban agriculture, replenishment of tree canopy, green roofs, low impact development, storm water management, and the preservation of historic landmarks, structures, and sites. Expected outcomes include visible improvements in neighborhood aesthetics, increased accessibility and usability of public spaces, enhanced environmental quality, and the preservation of historical assets. Measurable results could include the number of new public art installations, miles of enhanced streetscapes, acres of restored green space, or the number of commercial facades improved. The RDA's theory of change posits that by investing in these specific capital projects through community organizations, they can empower local groups to directly address community needs, leading to sustainable improvements in infrastructure, environment, and overall quality of life, which in turn reinforces the strategic goal of comprehensive community redevelopment. The grant performance period is one year from the date of execution of a CIG Grant Agreement.

Project is to increase the capacity of partner countries to develop, adopt, and implement legal frameworks that protect individual data privacy while educating key stakeholders and enabling trusted cross-border data flows and digital trade.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to transport youth to county and local agricultural fairs, promoting education and community engagement in agriculture.

The Freeman Family Foundation is dedicated to supporting charitable causes, with a particular emphasis on organizations within Virginia that benefit the arts, children, and the environment. This mission aligns directly with the foundation's strategic priorities, which encompass program areas such as arts, culture, and humanities, education, environment and animals, health, and human services. The foundation's theory of change appears to be centered on investing in these key areas to foster community well-being and development within the state. The target beneficiaries of the Freeman Family Foundation's grants are primarily organizations located in Virginia that serve these specific program areas. While there are no strict geographic limitations, the foundation has a practice of supporting local Virginia organizations. The impact goals are to contribute to the vitality of the arts, enhance educational opportunities, protect the environment, improve health outcomes, and provide vital human services, especially for children. The foundation's priorities and focuses are clearly on community-based initiatives within Virginia. They seek to fund organizations that are classified as exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, ensuring that their support goes to legitimate charitable endeavors. The grants range from $10,000 to $100,000, with an average grant size typically between $5,000 and $20,000, suggesting a focus on impactful, yet not overly large, projects. Expected outcomes include strengthened community programs in the arts, improved educational access and quality, enhanced environmental protection, and greater access to health and human services. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the focus on distinct program areas implies that the foundation expects to see positive changes and growth within these sectors as a direct result of their funding. Applications are streamlined through an online form, emphasizing efficiency and accessibility for potential grantees.