Grants for For profit organizations other than small businesses - Community Development

This program provides funding to individuals and organizations in Massachusetts to support cultural and artistic projects that benefit the public and enhance community engagement.

The Southern Restaurants for Racial Justice (SRRJ) Expansion/Growth Grant supports Black-owned restaurants and food businesses across the United States by providing financial assistance aimed at start-up costs, business improvements, and sustainability efforts. Originating in 2020 as a coalition focused on aiding Black-owned restaurants during the Covid-19 pandemic, SRRJ has since partnered with The LEE Initiative and has raised over $4 million in corporate funding. The grants are part of an ongoing effort to preserve and promote Black culinary traditions and leadership. For 2024, each grant will be awarded in the amount of $20,000. The deadline for applications is September 15, 2024, at 11:59 PM EST.

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations in Herkimer and Oneida counties that empower women and girls through leadership, self-esteem building, and opportunities for growth.

This program provides funding for businesses, nonprofits, community groups, churches, and educational institutions to implement projects that enhance neighborhood beauty, foster community engagement, and celebrate local culture in Jackson.

This program provides financial support to municipalities, businesses, schools, healthcare institutions, and non-profits in Centre County, PA, to improve recycling education and material collection efforts.

The City of St. Petersburg's Neighborhood Tree Matching Mini-Grant Program is offering up to $10,000 in funding to neighborhood and business associations for planting shade trees within the community. This initiative aims to increase the tree canopy, diversify tree species, and optimize tree locations in approved rights-of-way and street-facing front yards. The program aligns with Mayor Kenneth T. Welch's Environment, Infrastructure, and Resilience Pillar For Progress. Applications for this third funding cycle are open until September 9, 2024, with tree planting scheduled for October and November 2024. Eligible applicants must be registered associations in St. Petersburg with no outstanding grants from the City, except from round two of this program. Projects must be completed within 12 months and adhere to specific planting requirements.

This funding opportunity supports local organizations in Lewis County to implement innovative programs that address the opioid crisis through prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives.

Funding and Duration: Grant amounts for the conventional program range from $100,000 to $500,000. The maximum grant duration is two (2) years, eight (8) months, and grant funds cannot be expended before November 1, 2025, or after June 30, 2028.   Projects submitted through the Additional Assistance for Historically Underrepresented Organizations (Additional Assistance) Program will range from $100,000 to $250,000. Program requirements and submission deadlines differ for Additional Assistance Program applicants. Please reference the 2025 Request for Concept Proposals - Additional Assistance Program or email [email protected] for more information.   CDFA reserves the right to offer an award amount different than the amount requested.    

The Entrepreneurship Partner Program provides grants to technical assistance providers, which can be used for their operational costs and for accelerator or more in-depth programs. Donor Name: Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) State: Wisconsin County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of the Entrepreneurship Partner Grant is to encourage the formation of entrepreneurship support programs and to develop startup and emerging growth companies in the state of Wisconsin. The EPG program is intended to increase entrepreneurship activities across Wisconsin. Utilizing community building, capacity building, business financing, technical assistance, and other similar support, the program will strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Those served by the funded programs may be provided with a wide range of support including, but not limited to, financing, experienced hands-on mentorship, educational programming, visibility to investors, community building, leadership training, entrepreneurship and networking events, idea validation, and business development strategies.  The program provides an entity operating a not-for-profit entrepreneurship program with grant funding used to support its direct operational expenses for specific projects and initiatives. Program funds may also be used for eligible financial support of participant companies/individuals related to technical assistance program participation. Funding Information FY25: $2,250,000  The maximum EPG grant amount is $200,000. Eligible Use of Funds EPGs can fund the following activities. Costs are only eligible to be applied to grant and matching fund expenses after WEDC approval.  Operational expenses related to the project and provision of technical assistance to businesses.  Funding to businesses related to the project. Eligibility Criteria EPG applicants must meet the following criteria: Be a not-for-profit organization, to include nonprofit entities, units of government, educational institutions, community organizations, foundations, Tribal entities, or nonprofit entities acting as a fiscal agent on behalf of another organization.  Is requesting funding to create and/or manage programs aimed at fostering entrepreneurial community development, enhancing capacity, providing business financing, offering technical assistance, or supporting other similar entrepreneurial initiatives or program(s) to support the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.  For more information, visit WEDC.

The Women's Entrepreneur Grant Opportunity aims to support women-owned businesses in Fairfax City by providing consultation and capacity-building services to facilitate their growth, expansion, and development. Eligible businesses can receive services valued at up to $5,000, which cover areas such as marketing, operations, accounting, and finance. The grant funds will be awarded upfront, and recipients will be notified by September 20, 2024, with recognition at the Women’s Entrepreneur Empowerment Luncheon on September 25, 2024. To be eligible, businesses must be at least 51% owned and controlled by women, licensed within Fairfax City, and can be home-based or have one or more locations within the city. Start-ups and expanding businesses are also eligible, while non-profits are not. The application process involves verifying eligibility, completing and submitting the application form, identifying required services, obtaining quotes, and undergoing a review based on merit.

The Toolbox grant is designed to help venue owners address a one-time, specific, and practical project to make their space even better for performers, staff, and visitors. Donor Name: Live Music Society State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/03/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Toolbox grants are designed to provide support for the practical needs of music venues. The Toolbox grant empowers venues to elevate the live music experience for musicians, staff, and audiences by addressing a practical challenge.  Differing from Music in Action grant, which supports broader audience development and community building initiatives, Toolbox focuses on smaller, essential venue improvements. They recognize that venues require support for practical projects to enhance the live music experience.  Some examples are listed below, but Toolbox funding is not limited to these. If you have a practical challenge that you believe might qualify for support, they encourage you to submit an application!  Improvements that enhance and ensure safety and comfort for staff, musicians, and patrons.  Incorporating innovative technology to modernize operations.  Engaging consultants to assist with a practical challenge (acoustics, ticketing, fundraising, branding).  Staff training and education. The Toolbox grant empowers venues to elevate the live music experience for musicians, staff, and audiences by addressing a practical challenge.  Funding Information Applicants may request up to $10,000 per application. Project Period December 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025. Eligibility Requirements All applications begin with a short eligibility form to ensure that the applicant venue meets the general criteria outlined below:  Venues are based in the United States (or its territories) and the grantee business entity is also based in the US (or its territories).  Venues have a legal capacity of 50-300, including standing room.  Businesses in operation on or prior to January 1, 2020 (i.e., in operation in 2019)  Venues are committed to live music (performed by solo artists or bands) as their primary activity.  Venues present a minimum of 50 music performances each year.  Applicant manages or owns the venue. Unfortunately, promoters, curators, and festival producers are not eligible.  For more information, visit Live Music Society.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver comprehensive outpatient treatment and recovery services for youth and young adults facing substance use and mental health challenges, particularly those from underserved populations.

The Economic Assistance Grant Program assists Utah businesses in promoting and supporting economic opportunities in the state and provides services related to industry, education, community development, or infrastructure. Donor Name: Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity State: Utah County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Based on the categories stated above, grant prioritization includes: Projects focused on developing Utah’s five targeted industries: Advanced Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Software & IT. Funding Tiers Funding tiers are set to encourage applications from businesses of all sizes, with project budgets and grant requests both small and large. EAG tiers include: Tier 1 – For grant requests up to and including $50,000. Tier 2 – For grant requests greater than $50,000, up to and including $100,000. Tier 3 – For grant requests greater than $100,000, up to a maximum award of $200,000. Project Period Project can be completed within 18 months from the award date. Criteria For this grant, a business is defined as a for-profit or nonprofit entity. Government entities are not eligible to apply. To qualify for this grant, an applicant’s principal place of business must be in Utah, and the applicant must be registered and in good standing with the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code. For more information, visit Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity.

IDHS is seeking to fund entities with experience in training, technical assistance, and support to build the RPSA grantee’s program capacities. Successful applicants will work with grantees across multiple RPSA grant programs in Chicago and/or Greater Illinois, based on grantee selection. To address the spike in firearm violence, the Illinois General Assembly passed the Reimagine Public Safety Act (RPSA) (430 ILCS 69) in 2021. The RPSA creates a comprehensive approach to ending Illinois' firearm violence through targeted, integrated behavioral health services and economic opportunities that promote self-sufficiency for victims of firearm violence.

IDHS is seeking to fund entities with experience in training, technical assistance, and support to build the RPSA grantee’s program capacities. Successful applicants will work with grantees across multiple RPSA grant programs in Chicago and/or Greater Illinois, based on grantee selection. The Illinois Office of Firearm Violence Prevention (OFVP) is seeking applications from those public and private nonprofit community-based organizations subject to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) of the tax code (26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(4)) For-profit, small businesses and individuals are also eligible to apply. IDHS is working to counteract systemic racism and inequity, and to prioritize and maximize equity and diversity throughout its service provision process.

The Latino Restaurant Association is accepting applications for its Helping Latino Restaurant Owners Thrive Grant Program. Donor Name: Latino Restaurant Association State: California, California County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Latino Restaurant Association provides resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities to help Latino-owned restaurants succeed and grow. The Foundation looking to assist 35 restaurants in South Fresno, Kings, and Tulare counties, focusing on owners of Latino heritage and those who made significant contributions to the Latino community. Eligibility Criteria You are a restaurant owner of Latino heritage and/or have made significant contributions to the Latino Community You own 3 or fewer restaurants making less than $1M a year each You have been in business for more than 3 years You are a business customer of SoCalGas And your restaurant is in South Fresno, Kings and Tulare Counties, CA If you meet all of these criteria requirements, you can apply for the $2,500 restaurant grant! Please do not apply if you do not meet all the eligibility requirements. Document Guideline W9 Form Official photo ID of restaurant owner Annual report or taxes for last 3 years SoCal Gas Commercial Bill (current) Summary of use of funds: How would you use these funds (ie: kitchen equipment, technology upgrades, employee training and bonuses)? How would the funding impact your business in a manner that reflects on your restaurant/community? How do you plan on sustaining funds received in your restaurant? For more information, visit Latino Restaurant Association.

DPR's Research Grants Program supports projects that seek to advance integrated pest management (IPM) knowledge in agricultural, urban, or wildland settings. Projects should focus on reducing impacts to public health or the environment from pesticides of high regulatory interest. Summaries of previously funded Research Grants Program projects can be found on the Research Grants webpage.  The 2025 Research Grants Program is particularly seeking applications that address one or more of the following topic areas: · IPM for underserved or disadvantaged communities; · Decreasing the use of pesticides of high regulatory interest (such as fumigants like 1,3-dichloropropene or sulfuryl fluoride); · Advancement of urban IPM and safer, more sustainable pest management tools and strategies in urban settings; · Advancement of IPM and safer, more sustainable pest management tools and strategies in agricultural settings adjacent to or near a school(s); · Meeting the IPM needs of small growers; and/or TWO or more of the three sustainability pillars noted below and referenced in the Sustainable Pest Management (SPM) Roadmap: o Human Health and Social Equity o Environmental Protections o Economic Vitality For further definitions of these priority topic areas, please review the 2025 Research Grants Solicitation. Following the submission deadline, applications are concurrently reviewed by DPR staff and the Pest Management Advisory Committee (PMAC). Both groups evaluate the proposal application according to scoring criteria that can be found in the 2025 Research Grants Solicitation. This year, DPR invites projects with budgets ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 to apply. Eligible grantees include nonprofit agencies, tribal governments, individuals, businesses, and public agencies. There is no limit on the number of applications that can be submitted, including multiple applications from the same person or entity. PMAC members may apply, but they must follow the rules regarding conflict of interest in the PMAC Charter. All applicants and associated project personnel must meet DPR’s eligibility requirements that can be found in the 2025 Research Grants Solicitation. Keywords: Agriculture, Agricultural Commodity, Agricultural Crops, Agronomy, Air Quality, Automation, Bacteria, Bactericide, Climate Change, Community Health, Cover Crops, Cropping System, Crops, Ecology, Ecosystem, Emissions, Fauna, Fertility, Field Sanitation, Flora, Fruits, Fumigant, Fungi, Fungicide, Herbicide, Horticulture, Housing, Insect Pests, Insecticide, Integrated Pest Management, Irrigation, Lakes, Land Management, Laws and Regulations, Machinery, Mating Disruption, Miticide, Natural Enemies, Nuts, Oceans, Pathogens, Personal Protective Equipment, Pest, Pest Management, Pesticide, Plant Disease, Plant Protection, Pollinator, Pollution, Reduced-Risk, Rivers, Rodenticide, Soil Health, Streams, Sustainable, Training, Urban Pest Management, Vegetables, Vertebrate Pests, Virus, Volatile Organic Compounds, Water, Water Quality, Watershed, Weeds, Wildlands, Worker Health and Safety

This funding opportunity supports projects that promote sustainable pest management practices to protect human health and the environment, particularly in underserved communities and agricultural areas near schools.

The District of Columbia (District) Department of Human Services (DHS) Family Services Administration (FSA), hereinafter referred to as the “DHS/FSA” or “Grantor,”” is accepting applications for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 to offer a variety of support services for youth and families. Donor Name: Department of Human Services (DHS) State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/27/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Through this RFA, DHS seeks to procure service providers to provide supportive services to youth from ages 10-24 years who are experiencing extensive juvenile and truancy situations. The primary objective of this project is to assist with helping youth and families reach specific goals/objectives or accomplish a given task. There are three (3) core goals targeted by YSD staff in their work with the participating youth and their families, including Spanish-speaking youth and families:  reducing truancy (and other associated behaviors – running away, extreme disobedience, etc.); avoiding involvement in the juvenile justice system  improving youth functioning and behavior in the school, home, and community. All youth in YSD programs have an assigned Case Manager and/or Social Worker and/or a Functional Family Therapist (FFT) Funding Information Total Estimated Program Award Funding: Up to $900,000.00  Award Ceiling: $200,000.00  Award Floor: $50,000.00  Period of Performance October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. Target Population The primary target population for Youth and Family Support Services covered by this RFA shall be youth ten (10) to eighteen (17) years old, as well as transition age youth up to twenty-four (24) years old and their families participating in YSD programs and services. Eligibility Criteria Local social services organizations, not-for-profit corporations, and charitable organizations, including faith-based organizations serving the target population are eligible to respond to this RFA. Organizations incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation or religious corporation or public agency under the laws of the District, or a corporation formed under laws of another state and authorized under District law to conduct corporate activities in the District, or provide care and services in the District and have been granted federal tax exempt status are eligible as well. For more information, visit DHS.

The CDBG-DR MHP Round One NOFA provides low-interest loans to eligible entities seeking to develop new construction of affordable multifamily rental housing in the counties of Butte, Fresno, Los Angeles, Napa, Santa Cruz, Shasta, Siskiyou, Solano, and Sonoma to aid in their recovery from the fire disasters that occurred in California in 2020, and in the cities of Malibu, Agoura Hills and Calabasas for their recovery from the 2018 Woolsey Fire. HCD will be the direct lender of these loans. At the time of application for DR-MHP funds, the proposed Project must have demonstrate site control in accordance with UMR §8303 and must not have closed on construction financing or started construction. The project proposal must have been made privy to the local legislative body, or tribal governing body prior to application, and include a letter indicating their approval at the time of application. The proposed Project must tie back to the disaster by increasing the supply of affordable housing units. It must have a minimum of five total units, including Scattered Site Projects, and have a minimum of five Affordable Units or 51 percent of units must be Affordable Units, whichever is greater. CDBG-DR funds are limited to low to moderate income housing units. Proposed Projects may have mixed-income units, but CDBG-DR funds must only be applied to the Affordable Units for occupation by Low- to Moderate- Income Households. At least 10 percent of DR-MHP-assisted Units must be for households not exceeding 30% of the Area Median Income. Eligible Project costs incurred by Sponsors include:• Property acquisition costs;• Architectural, appraisal, engineering, environmental, legal and other consulting costs, and fees, which are directly related to the planning and execution of the Project and which are incurred through third-party contracts;• Escrow, title insurance, recording and other related costs;• Building permits, and state and local fees;• Local development impact fees;• Developer fees, as set forth in the UMR;• Mobilization, site prep, and clean up;• Residential Construction costs; and• Onsite improvements related to the Project. Please see the Policies and Procedures and NOFA documents on HCD's DR-MHP website for a full list of threshold requirements, eligible uses, and ineligible uses.