Grants for Nonprofits - Disaster Prevention and Relief

The Youngstown Foundation welcomes applications from local nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charities that serve the people of Youngstown and vicinity (Mahoning and Trumbull Counties) and do not discriminate in the hiring of staff or service providers. Donor Name: The Youngstown Foundation State: Ohio County: Mahoning County (OH), Trumbull County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Youngstown Foundation’s grants reflect the desire to be innovative, inclusive and responsive to the needs of the local community. Each year, approximately 500 grants ranging from $1,000 to $300,000 are awarded to effective 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations. Program Areas  Health Environment Education and Youth Community Development Arts and Culture Social/Family Services Women Seniors Types of Grants  Program Grants The Youngstown Foundation considers grants to support a specific project, connected to a set of activities, with a beginning and an end, explicit objectives and a predetermined cost. Funds are restricted to use for the program described and designed in the application serving residents of Mahoning County and/or Trumbull County. Operational Grants The Youngstown Foundation considers operational grants to support an organization’s overall activities, including operating expenses and overhead. Organizations that consistently serve Mahoning and/or Trumbull county residents may use funds at their discretion—wherever it is most needed. Grantees are considered for operational funding based on strategic alignment, relationship with and knowledge of the organization. Capital Investment Grants All projects related to improving physical spaces must be located within Mahoning and/or Trumbull counties. Crisis Assistance Program Grants The Crisis Assistance Program provides a resource for The Youngstown Foundation to respond quickly to emergency funding needs of qualified 501(c)(3) agencies in Youngstown and vicinity to ensure continuity of essential, direct services to clients. Criteria: Crisis Assistance grants cap at $5,000. One request per agency per year will be considered. To qualify, records of the agency’s 501(c)(3), most recent audit, current board roster, executive staff roster, mission statement and history must be on file at The Youngstown Foundation or provided at time of request. Completed applications will be processed within 48 hours of receipt. Approved requests will receive funding within four business days. Support Fund Grants The Williamson Fund of The Youngstown Foundation invites small to midsize local charities to receive an additional matching grant for contributions received from individuals. Donors can simply make contributions directly payable to approved organizations. The Youngstown Foundation will provide support (valued at $5,000) that may include primetime television advertisement. Preferred Qualifications The Youngstown Foundation’s grantmaking decisions reflect a preference for innovative proposals that: Originate from a local organization or the local office of a larger organization Target a population that lives in Youngstown and vicinity Demonstrate strong volunteer leadership and involvement Promote collaboration and reduce duplication of services Strengthen the ability of the community to respond effectively to needs Build on strengths of the community Apply the Foundation’s resources optimally Confirm the agency’s sustainability/strategic plan, with no expectation of annual funding from the Youngstown Foundation. Grant Restrictions Grants are generally not awarded for: Film, video, radio or television projects Endowments, debt reduction or budget deficits Political projects Religious organizations for religious purposes Grants or loans to individuals Short-term events (conferences, festivals, fundraisers, award programs) Travel, tours or trips Sabbatical leaves; scholarly research. For more information, visit The Youngstown Foundation.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in El Paso and Teller Counties, Colorado, to promote healthy environments through initiatives that enhance physical activity, improve access to nutritious food, and support affordable housing solutions.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), is soliciting proposals for the 2024-25 Physical and Digital Infrastructure Security Grant (DF) Program for Health Care Facilities. Donor Name: California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/04/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The purpose of the DF Program is to provide funding for physical facility and digital security enhancements to health care facilities providing abortion-related services and reproductive health care services throughout California that may be the target of violence and vandalism. Funding Information There is $7,798,822 available. Applicants may request up to $750,000. September 1, 2024 through December 31, 2026. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible, Applicants must: be a currently licensed community health center, tribal health program, a non-profit hospital that is not part of a large health system or hospital system; or a nonprofit organization whose membership consists of the above licensed facilities; be located in California; and provide abortion-related services (or referrals to abortion-related services) and reproductive health care services For more information, visit Cal OES.

The Elmina B. Sewall Foundation is now accepting applications for the Rapid Response Fund. Donor Name: Elmina B. Sewall  Foundation State: Maine County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Rapid Response Fund is a grant opportunity that supports emergency and/or time-sensitive needs of organizations and communities whose work aligns with the Sewall Foundation’s mission: to support work in Maine to improve the well-being of people, animals and the environment while  fostering relationships that strive for social equity and community resilience. Emergency refers to an unexpected and unplanned event or situation that requires an immediate and time-limited response. Time-sensitive refers to opportunities that are short-term in duration (usually within the next few months) and purpose. Priorities In keeping with Sewall’s values and commitment to fostering equity and centering community voice, Rapid Response Fund grants are generally limited to: Community-based organizations with operating budgets under $250,000 Organizations led by and serving people in under-resourced populations and geographies, including: African Americans, Indigenous, and people of color; immigrants and refugees; LGBTQ; people with low incomes; differently-abled populations; incarcerated populations; people in recovery; and populations who are homeless or at risk of homelessness Additional priorities include: Organizations, networks, or grassroots efforts working to coordinate or mobilize response/action for their field or sector, a geographic region, or a specific community or population Collaborative and cross-sector efforts Efforts that are explicit in their commitment to social and environmental justice Efforts that integrate the well-being of people, animals and the environment. Funding Information Available Funding for 2024: $300,000. Grant Size: Most Rapid Response Fund grants will be no greater than $10,000. Grant Period All Rapid Response Fund grants are limited to a 12 month term. Uses of funds  Some examples of Rapid Response Fund grant uses: Increasing capacity of a small nonprofit to respond to emergency needs (food, fuel, housing) in their community Supporting an animal shelter to address an unforeseen crisis Supporting unexpected legal costs to remove barriers to equity. Eligibility Criteria  Applicants must be eligible to receive tax-deductible donations as outlined in Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code. This includes: 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt organizations; public schools; public agencies working for the State of Maine; Indian tribal governments (and their political subdivisions) recognized by the Department of the Interior Applicants may also apply through a fiscal sponsor The work of the applicant must be aligned with the mission and values of the Sewall Foundation Eligible organizations may apply regardless of their funding history with the Sewall Foundation Sewall Foundation does not fund: direct or grassroots lobbying or political campaign activities. For more information, visit EBSF.

The Small Capacity Building Grant Program awards are aimed at strengthening the organizational capacity and programmatic effectiveness of nonprofit organizations serving communities within Santa Barbara County. Donor Name: Santa Barbara Foundation State: California County: Santa Barbara County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  06/11/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Foundation believes organizations are more effective when they are equipped with thoughtful strategy, strong leadership, sound operations and compelling communication. It is hope that this funding helps organizations strengthen these fundamentals in support of their mission and better programmatic outcomes. The Foundation may also consider funding small capital expenditures.  Types of Support The Santa Barbara Foundation has established the following guidelines for its Small Capacity Building grants in the following areas. Organizational development and capacity building (i.e. campaign feasibility studies, strategic planning, succession planning, program evaluation, exploratory strategic alliances/collaborations, emergency/business continuity planning) Staff, board, or volunteer training and development as well as collaborative learning opportunities Small capital items and equipment that specifically allow your staff to serve clients and fulfill its mission Defined projects such as program design/piloting as well as strategic marketing, communications or development plans. NOTE: While consulting services, project oversight and other costs related to the proposed project are welcome, these small grants are not intended to support staff salaries/positions. (e.g. hiring a development director, covering staff hours to attend meetings, etc.) Funding Information The maximum award for Small Capacity Building Grant is $6,000.  The grant period is up to one year from the award date. Eligibility Criteria Organizations must be certified as tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or use a fiscal sponsor with 501(c)(3) tax status. The foundation accepts applications from public entities such as schools, universities, and libraries through an affiliate or supporting 501(c)(3) organization. An agency acting as the fiscal sponsor on behalf of a community collaborative may be eligible to submit proposals on behalf of its own agency needs as well as the needs of the collaborative. A fiscal sponsor may submit one application on behalf of their organization and one application acting as a fiscal sponsor per grant program in a calendar year. Small Capacity Grants are available for organizations serving all regions of Santa Barbara County. Grant Limitations Small Capacity Building Grants are NOT made for: Multiple projects within a single application General operating support (staff salaries, rent, utilities, etc.) Program expansion or support for existing programs Fundraising events Endowment funds Reimbursement of expenses already expended One-time events, including recurring annual events (other than collaborative learning opportunities) Tuition requests for Leading From Within programs (The foundation directly supports scholarship opportunities through its partnership with Leading From Within.) For more information, visit SBF.

The Adams County Community Foundation seeks applications from young people ages 14-24, to the Shirley Smith Youth Service Fund. Donor Name: Adams County Community Foundation State: Pennsylvania County: Adams County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Objective To help young people cover up to 75% of the cost to do service projects or mission work. Eligibility Criteria  Individual young people in the greater Adams County region, ages 14-24, participating in local, national or international service projects overseen by churches, schools or nonprofits. Projects may be associated with a wide variety of organizations including Youth Groups, Scouting, 4-H, High School or Colleges. These projects may be done in hospitals, nursing homes, veterinarian facilities, homeless shelters, or any community space. Service projects should help people, animals or an entire community. They could provide disaster relief and include serving on church mission teams and doing humanitarian outreach. Grants may also be awarded for training seminars or conferences for youth to be equipped to serve. Eligible youth must submit a completed application to the Community Foundation to include: The sponsoring nonprofit or organization A project description Applicant’s motivation for participating in or creating the project. The applicant’s total project cost, or participation fee, and plans to raise the amount for which the applicant is responsible. For more information, visit ACCF.

The Santa Fe Community Foundation has selected and awarded the Piñon Awards to local nonprofit organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to the community. Donor Name: Santa Fe Community Foundation State: New Mexico County: Mora County (NM), Rio Arriba County (NM), San Miguel County (NM), Santa Fe County (NM) Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline:  05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Award Categories Courageous Innovation Award An organization that is using a bold and courageous approach, based on sound theory, to create new solutions to persistent problems. Quiet Inspiration Award An organization whose hallmark it is to work quietly and respectfully among a wide range of people in the community, and has earned the longtime support and trust of its constituents. Resiliency Award An organization that builds the resilience of people and communities most vulnerable to emergencies, such as natural disasters, public health crises, and systemic injustices. Tried & True Award An organization that has served the community for over a decade with consistent and high-quality programs, services, and opportunities despite changes in the external environment. Eligibility Criteria Organizations and individuals may be nominated by a board member, funder, past Piñon Award recipient, or any member of the community. Staff from eligible nonprofits may also nominate their organization. Winning nonprofits: have operated for at least three years in northern New Mexico are a 501(c)(3) or tribal entity have a proven track record serve the Foundation’s geographic area of service (Santa Fe, Mora, Rio Arriba, and San Miguel counties); their work is aligned with one or more of the Foundation’s funding priorities: Arts & Culture, Animal Welfare, Civic & Economic Opportunities, Education, Environment, and Health & Wellbeing. For more information, visit Santa Fe Community Foundation.

Monterey Peninsula Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations that benefit the community in the focus areas of arts & culture, community & environment, education, health & human services, and youth. Donor Name: Monterey Peninsula Foundation State: California County: Monterey County (CA), San Benito County (CA), Santa Cruz County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Monterey Peninsula Foundation places a higher priority on applications that offer creative responses to the community’s most pressing, unmet needs and show promise of building ongoing local support for needed services. Organizations seeking funding should have a broad base of funding support, management capacity to effectively execute the project, a clear plan for project evaluation, outcome measurement, and collaboration among other service providers. Types of Support Operating Support Across focus areas, they offer trusted partners the opportunity to receive operating support, providing the greatest degree of flexibility for delivering quality services and programs.  Program Support Across focus areas, they offer trusted partners the opportunity to receive operating support, providing the greatest degree of flexibility for delivering quality services and programs. Capital Support Capital Support wide range of capital efforts each year. They look for opportunities to contribute toward important community resources in each of focus areas, supporting infrastructure for whole communities. Project Period Grant period for a single year grant is October 1-May 31 (8 months). Eligibility Criteria Grants are open to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (including universities, colleges, and charter and private schools), public K-12 schools, and public agencies serving residents of Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito Counties. All requested funds must directly benefit residents of Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito Counties. All applicants should be current on reporting obligations for any past grants. Only one grant per applicant will be considered annually, while exceptions are considered in response to an emergency or for a one-time significant, community-wide benefit. Grant funds will not be considered for the following:  Activities that solely promote a religious doctrine  Academic research  Creation of, or addition to, an endowment fund  Expenses incurred before the grant award date  Fundraising campaigns or events  Organizations classified as private foundations  Organizations that discriminate in its employment practices, volunteer opportunities or delivery of programs and services on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law  Organizations that do not have 100% board financial giving (except for public K-12 schools and public agencies)  Organizations that have been in operation less than three years  Payment of debt or legal settlements  Political or partisan purposes  Staff salaries for school or public agency employees  For more information, visit Monterey Peninsula Foundation.

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) established the Hurricane Response Marine Debris Removal Fund to support projects to assess, remove, and dispose of marine debris in and around coastal communities impacted hurricanes and other episodic storm events. Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) State: Alaska, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/26/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 4 Years Details: The Hurricane Response Marine Debris Removal Fund will award up to $6 million in grants to remove damaging marine debris from coastal areas of communities impacted by hurricanes or other natural disasters to reduce impacts to communities, industry and prevent further harm to habitats and fish and wildlife populations. Funding has been made available by the FY 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act, P.L. 117-328. Program Priroites  This program will prioritize projects that provide dual benefits – both benefit for human communities and benefits for fish and wildlife. The program will use assessment and prioritization efforts conducted by local, state, and federal response agencies or their designees to prioritize projects that will address marine debris in areas of greatest impact and most critical to prevent communities and ecosystems from further harm. The majority of funds are anticipated to support direct removal and proper disposal efforts although limited funding may also be available for assessment and capacity building for future response. All proposals must clearly describe how projects will support achieving the overall goals of the Hurricane Response Marine Debris Removal Fund, including: Relative benefit to coastal communities from reducing the impact of marine debris to properties and community infrastructure, assets of economic and cultural importance, and navigational safety; and Anticipated enhancement of the ecological integrity and functionality of ecosystems and/or prevention of further harm to fish and wildlife and their habitats. Due to the relief nature of these funds, the Hurricane Response Marine Debris Removal Fund will primarily fund projects that are ready for direct clean-up efforts to remove and dispose of marine debris that resulted from the storms to provide the most accelerated and comprehensive outcomes for impacted coastal resources and communities.  Eligible projects will include marine debris assessment and/or removal activities within the coastal uplands, shorelines and coastal waterways of the affected areas, with the goal of preventing further harm to economic, cultural and ecological resources of importance to impacted coastal resources and communities. Projects will be prioritized based on the targeted debris’ existing or potential impact to coastal resources and communities and to prevent further harm to sensitive habitats and species. Priority will be given to projects that have already completed a marine debris assessment to prioritize debris from the storm(s) and where hazardous materials have already been addressed. Projects that have secured all necessary permits and have mapped out all disposal and recycling logistics will also receive higher priority for funding. Assessment work may be included to locate submerged debris and help prioritize removal efforts. Community Impact and Engagement: Projects that incorporate outreach to communities, foster community engagement, and pursue collaborative management leading to measurable conservation benefits are encouraged. When possible, projects should be developed through community input and co-design processes ensuring traditional knowledge elevation. Additionally, projects should engage community-level partners (e.g., municipalities, NGOs, community organizations, community leaders) to help design, implement, and maintain projects to secure maximum benefits for communities, maintenance, and sustainability post-grant award. Grant Period Grants under this program cannot start prior to September 1, 2024, and should end no later than December 30, 2028. Geographic Focus Eligible projects will reduce marine debris from coastal habitats and nearshore waters of coastal counties in Alaska, Florida, Georgia, Puerto Rico, and South Carolina impacted by the 2022 hurricanes Fiona, Ian and Nicole and Typhoon Merbok. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible and Ineligible Entities: Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state and territorial government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, commercial (for-profit) organizations, Tribal Governments and Organizations, or educational institutions. Tribal governments include all Native American tribal governments (both federally recognized tribes and those tribes that are not federally recognized). For-profit applicants: please note that this is a request for grant proposals, not a procurement of goods and services; see the Budget section below for specific cost considerations. As this program will award grants of Federal financial assistance funds, applicants must be able to comply with the OMB guidance in subparts A through F of 2 CFR 200 (OMB Uniform Guidance). Ineligible applicants include federal agencies or employees of federal agencies, foreign organizations, foreign public entities, and unincorporated individuals. For more information, visit NFWF.

The City of Topeka and United Way of Kaw Valley have announced the 2025 Social Services Grants. Donor Name: United Way of Kaw Valley (UWKV) State: Kansas City: Topeka Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Priorities Two funding sources are combined to make these grants possible:  City General Funds and  Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds  City of Topeka – Social Services Funding Priorities (Year 2025) Senior citizen neighborhood-based programming to include – meals, activities, transportation Medical assistance for low-income individuals Programs for at-risk youth Emergency housing and utility assistance Neighborhood and independent living based services for persons with severe and persistent mental illness Support services for residents who are non-English-speaking Funding Information Approximately $492,000 will be made available for Social Services Grants in calendar year 2025.  Social Services Grant o Minimum Grant Request Amount: $10,000 Maximum Grant Request Amount: $27,000  Recommended Social Services Funding for Year 2025  Social Services Grant Total: $491,904  General Fund: $424,047  CDBG: $67,857 Project Period Program and Project Budget Periods Program and project budget periods will be one (1) year in length unless otherwise specified in contracts Eligible expenses Expenses eligible for funding under the Social Services Grants include the operating expenses, staff salaries and direct service costs of the program, including, but not limited to: supplies, transportation expenses, child care, health care services, substance abuse services, employment services and recreational services. This also includes lease of a facility, equipment or other property needed for the service. Provision of emergency “income payments” for shelter (rent, mortgage and/or utility payments) is eligible if the payments do not exceed two months and the payments are made directly to the provider of such services. In addition, food is not an allowable expense. Eligibility Criteria For all priority areas, any state recognized non-profit corporation is eligible for these funds. These organizations must make services available to all Topekans, or make services available to a specific group with specialized needs, i.e. the elderly, children, disabled adults, homeless, low-income families/individuals, etc. Funds can be used only to serve persons who reside within the city limits of Topeka. Emergency Services and Preventive/Counseling are defined as follows: Emergency Aid – Programs which provide assistance given to cover essential needs on an emergency or crisis basis Preventive/Counseling – Programs which provide services on an ongoing or as-needed basis to help at-risk individuals and families stabilize their lives and avoid or overcome emergencies For more information, visit UWKV.

The District of Columbia (District), Department of Human Services (DHS), Family Services Administration (FSA), is seeking applications to provide Emergency Shelter and Supportive Services, Non-residential Counseling and Case Management, and Education and Outreach through funding for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. Donor Name: Family Services Administration State: District of Columbia Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/22/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: DHS administers the federal FVPSA state grant for the district in partnership with the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence (DCCADV). FVPSA provides funding to support the establishment, maintenance, and expansion of programs and projects that prevent incidents of family violence, domestic violence, and dating violence; provide immediate shelter, supportive services, and access to community-based programs for survivors of family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence, and their dependents; and to provide specialized services for children exposed to family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence, underserved populations, and victims who are members of racial and ethnic minority populations. Funding Information Total Estimated Program Award Funding $770,209.00.  Categories  Shelter and Supportive Services: $567,522.20.  Non-residential Counseling and Case Management: $101,343.25.  Education and Outreach: $101,343.25 The award period for the grant will be from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible to receive a subgrant from a State under 42 U.S.C. § 10408 (c), an entity shall be— a local public agency, or a nonprofit private organization (including faith-based and charitable organizations, community-based organizations, tribal organizations, and voluntary associations), that assists victims of family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence, and their dependents, and has a documented history of effective work concerning family violence, domestic violence, or dating violence; or a partnership of 2 or more agencies or organizations that includes— (A) an agency or organization described in paragraph (1); and (B) an agency or organization that has a demonstrated history of serving populations in their communities, including providing culturally appropriate services. For more information, visit FSA.

Foundation Initiatives are grants awarded to projects that align with the strategic goals of the Legacy Foundation, typically exceeding $500,000. These projects may include large capital grants, emergency funding, or studies to assess healthcare needs in the lower Rio Grande area. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Spring opening/closing deadlines: February 15th to May 1st. LOI: March 20th

Foundation Initiatives are grants awarded to projects that align with the strategic goals of the Legacy Foundation, typically exceeding $500,000. These projects may include large capital grants, emergency funding, or studies to assess healthcare needs in the lower Rio Grande area. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Fall opening/closing deadlines: August 15th to November 1st. LOI: September 20th

The Huntsville Utilities Innovation Dividend Fund, derived from ancillary revenues, not rate payer money from customers, strives to impact service area by providing grants to qualified, nonprofit organizations that are serving a public good. Donor Name: Huntsville Utilities State: Alabama County: Madison County (AL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: While Huntsville Utilities is a not-for-profit municipal utility providing foundational services to customers, they also endeavor to enhance the quality of life and economic health of the community they serve. Focus Areas Disaster Relief (preparation for or mitigation of disaster situations) Education (STEM or other educational enhancements) Housing, Health, and Wellness (critical needs and physical and mental health) Priorities Aligns with Huntsville Utilities’ values to do what’s right, build community, and get better every day Serves the public purpose of enhancing the general welfare of the citizens of Huntsville/Madison County Unique project Clear and measurable outcomes Strategically addresses focus area Commitment to diversity Funding Information $25,000 – $50,000. Geographic Focus Huntsville or Madison County. Eligible Expenses Program costs for new and/or existing programs Reasonable staff and/or volunteer time and training associated with the implementation of the program/project Capital expenses Professional development expenses Eligibility Criteria All grants from this Fund must be made for charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes to any organization that is described Code Section 170(c)(2), 501(c)(3), 2055(a)(2) or 2522(a)(2) (except for private foundations as defined by Code Section 509(a)) (“qualified organization”). Qualified organizations also include schools, religious institutions, or government agencies located in the Huntsville/Madison County area. For more information, visit Huntsville Utilities.

The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is pleased to announce a competitive grant opportunity to support nonprofits as they increase access to emergency services and immediate assistance for the most basic of human needs for vulnerable residents in Greater Hartford. Donor Name: Hartford Foundation for Public Giving State: Connecticut Town and City: Selected Towns and Cities Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Funding Information The Foundation welcomes requests of $1,000-$15,000 for individual projects and up to $20,000 for collaborative projects for items and/or services to be provided during a one-year time-period. Uses of funds Items and services may include food, personal care items, emergency financial aid, one-time medical device or medical aid assistance, immediate or informal case management services, or other critical basic needs you see in the community you serve. Proposal Requirements The Foundation is seeking requests to directly provide emergency services and assistance that address the most basic of human needs of Greater Hartford residents. Examples of emergency services and assistance might include one or more of the following: Food or food assistance Emergency clothing needs (e.g., shoes, school uniforms, coats) Personal care items (e.g., deodorant, diapers, sanitary products) Emergency financial assistance (e.g., rent and/or mortgage assistance and utility expense assistance, childcare assistance, bus fare/tokens, gas money) Emergency medical aid or immediate expense assistance (e.g., dental, medical, mental health supports, and prescription expenses) Aftercare programs for victims of domestic violence Emergency and/or informal case management services. Eligibility Criteria  Applications must be submitted by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Community groups can use an organization with a 501(c)(3) designation as a fiscal sponsor. Nonprofits may serve as a fiscal sponsor for multiple projects. Both the organization and program in the application should be in existence for at least one year prior to applying. For more information, visit Hartford Foundation for Public Giving.

The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) is seeking applications for its Victim Witness Grant Program. Donor Name: Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services State: Virginia County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/06/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The purpose of the Victim Witness Grant Program (VWGP) is to provide financial support to local victim witness programs and statewide victim assistance programs designed to provide direct services, information, and assistance as required by the Virginia Crime Victim and Witness Rights Act. The primary purpose of VOCA funding is to support the delivery of services to victims of crime. The federal VOCA Rule defines direct services to victims of crime as “efforts that: respond to the emotional, psychological, or physical needs of crime victims; assist victims to stabilize their lives after victimization; assist victims to understand and participate in the criminal justice system; OR restore a measure of security and safety for the victim VWGP funds can be used to provide victims of crime with direct services related to the following service categories as defined by VOCA: Information and referrals Examples include providing information about the criminal justice process and victims’ rights; referrals to other victim service programs; and referrals to other services, supports, and resources Personal advocacy and accompaniment services Examples include accompaniment to emergency medical care and forensic examinations; accompaniment to criminal justice system-related events; individual advocacy; and intervention with employers, landlords, schools, and others on behalf of the victim. Emotional support and safety services Examples include crisis intervention; safety planning; hotline services; individual counseling; support groups; and other therapeutic services. Shelter and safe housing options Examples include providing emergency shelter; providing transitional housing; arranging safe housing; and other relocation assistance. Criminal and civil justice system assistance Examples include notification of criminal justice events; and accompaniment to court hearings, to meetings with law enforcement and prosecution, and to other criminal justice system-related events. Project Period The grant period for subawards made under these guidelines is for state fiscal year (SFY) 2025: July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. For purposes of this solicitation, applicants must submit one budget that will be used for the 12-month grant period. Eligible Projects Eligible projects must: Provide services directly to victims of crime. Utilize the Victims Services Data Collection System (VSDCS) to document direct services provided by grant funded staff and volunteers. Promote within the community collaboration efforts to serve and aid crime victims and leverage resources. Assist victims of crime in seeking crime victim compensation benefits. Recipients of the VWGP must assist victims in seeking Virginia Victims Fund (VVF) benefits, including maintaining a supply of VVF brochures and applications, establishing procedures to identify clients who may be eligible for compensation, ensuring that all VOCA-funded staff are familiar with VVF, assisting clients with the application process, and checking on claim statuses Utilize volunteers in grant funded project activities and maintain documentation onsite of volunteer efforts. Provide program information to agencies that assist with victims of crime in the service delivery area. Maintain statutorily required civil rights statistics on victims served by race or national origin, sex, age, and disability, within the grant period and permit access to any documents, papers, and records to determine that the subgrantee is complying with applicable civil rights laws. Provide services to crime victims at no charge. Maintain confidentiality of victim information Provide services to victims of federal crimes on the same basis as victims of state/local crimes. Eligibility Criteria Current eligibility is limited to the continuation of funding to local units of government and certain state agencies. Local units of government may subcontract with a private, non-profit service provider, if all local, state, and federal procurement and/or subrecipient policies are followed. Localities may submit joint applications to support regional victim witness programs serving multiple localities. Each eligible state agency seeking funding to support statewide victim assistance programs may submit only one application. For more information, visit DCJS.

The Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program is a federally funded grant program that allows California to provide local and rural fire departments with minor firefighting, training, communications and safety equipment for their volunteer firefighters. The VFC Program is not intended for major equipment (fire engines, vehicles, etc.) or Capital repairs. The VFC Program has a 50/50 match requirement which means that the applying department must be able to meet the intended grant award, dollar for dollar. Awards for departments are set at a minimum of $500 with a maximum of $20,000. Amounts may be adjusted based on the grant funding available. For additional information please contact Megan Esfandiary at [email protected] or Bryan Giambrone at [email protected].

The D.E. & Jane Clark Fund, established by the Oregon Community Foundation in 2013, is dedicated to supporting the general operations of nonprofits within Baker County and the town of North Powder. This fund focuses on charitable purposes, targeting organizations that contribute positively to these areas. The grant program offers financial support with an average grant size of $2,500, and considers applications from nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, churches, and schools. Eligible proposals undergo a committee review process, with grants awarded during the fall season. The application window is open annually from June 1 to July 15, strictly disallowing multiyear funding requests. Applicants must use the MyOCF portal for submission, with required attachments including IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status letters and organizational financial documents. Grant sizes typically range between $2,000 and $10,000. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual opening/closing deadline: June 1st to July 15th

This funding opportunity provides up to $100,000 for governmental entities, non-profits, and clubs to quickly repair trail damage caused by vandalism, fire, and weather, while also supporting trash removal and dust mitigation efforts to ensure safe and environmentally preserved OHV trails.

The COVID-19 Cultural and Museum Preservation Grant Program provides grants to cultural organizations and museums that experienced a loss of revenue from the closure by the proclamation of disaster emergency by the Governor on March 6, 2020 published at 50 PA.B. 1644 (March 21, 2020), and any renewal of the state of disaster emergency. Financial Info: The COVID-19 Cultural and Museum Preservation Grant Program provides grants to cultural organizations and museums that experienced a loss of revenue from the closure by the proclamation of disaster emergency by the Governor on March 6, 2020 published at 50 PA.B. 1644 (March 21, 2020), and any renewal of the state of disaster emergency.