Grants for State governments - Diversity Equity and Inclusion

This funding opportunity supports research on how social isolation and loneliness affect suicide risk in older adults, aiming to identify protective factors and inform interventions for vulnerable populations.

This program provides funding to two-year colleges and their partners to improve technician education in critical technology fields, focusing on workforce development and broadening participation in STEM for underserved communities.

This funding opportunity supports community-based organizations conducting research to improve health equity for Indigenous and historically marginalized communities of color in the U.S.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small community organizations and Tribal entities in New England to tackle environmental and public health issues in disadvantaged communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for pilot studies that develop and test innovative interventions aimed at preventing HIV in populations significantly affected by alcohol use, such as men who have sex with men, sex workers, and individuals recently released from incarceration.

This funding opportunity supports local artists and organizations in Lane County to create engaging arts and cultural events in downtown Eugene's public spaces, promoting community involvement and inclusivity.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects aimed at improving antibiotic use and reducing infections in healthcare settings, particularly in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient environments.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local entities in New York State to implement programs that promote mental wellness, resilience, and healing from trauma.

This grant provides funding to educational organizations and partnerships to develop and expand evidence-based literacy programs aimed at improving student achievement, particularly for high-need students.

This grant provides funding to support BIPOC+ communities in the U.S. working to improve food systems and secure contracts with large institutions for sustainable food procurement.

The Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation seeks applications which foster communities to build inclusive, welcoming entrepreneurial environments to advance equitable entrepreneurship opportunities in the lives of all people. Donor Name: Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation State: Minnesota County: Selected Counties Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The purpose of this grant program is to support IRS-designated 501(c)(3) organizations, units/agencies of government or public institution organizations which are providing direct resources and services to start and expand business opportunities within diverse and/or traditionally underserved populations in southern Minnesota. Examples of initiatives may include the creation of an entrepreneurial education program for diverse and/or traditionally underserved populations, organized community dialogue to build inclusivity around entrepreneurship, expanded access to business resources for all community members; the development of systems to advance equitable entrepreneurial activity and reduce the wealth gap among entrepreneurs of diverse and/or traditionally underserved populations. Applications should effectively illustrate the following Creates economic opportunity and advances economic prosperity for racially diverse populations of potential/existing entrepreneurs. Focuses on the well-being of potential/existing BIPOC entrepreneurs who have experienced inequities. Removes community or systemic barriers to increase access to skills, knowledge, or talents for potential/existing BIPOC entrepreneurs. Demonstrates that initiatives can be sustained or grow beyond the initial funding. Funding Information Up to $10,000 is available to qualified and approved applicants, and recipients will have 18 months to implement their work.  Grant Guidelines  Proposals must be submitted by an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) organization, a unit/agency of government or a public institution.  Informal and grassroots organizations are eligible to apply but will be required to have an eligible fiscal host.  Proposals must demonstrate a direct benefit to SMIF’s 20-county region.  10% cash match is required An interim progress report and final written report will be required by all grant recipients Exclusion Ineligible organizations or activities include: Individuals, businesses, or other for-profit organizations General operating expenses (including staff funding) and expenses not directly related to the project/program Capital funding, real estate investments, fixed assets, equipment, capital campaigns or endowments Project/program expenses incurred prior to application Projects/programs in progress prior to application or completed (excludes planning phase) Funds for re-granting or to establish loan pools Research projects or school-related internships Strategic plans, feasibility studies or project planning without implementation and completion within the 12-month timeframe Participant stipends (scholarships for participant fees may be considered) Organizations that have an open Inclusive & Equitable Communities Grant (cannot close grant prior to project end date listed in contract). For more information, visit SMIF.

This funding opportunity provides up to $30 million for projects that develop publicly accessible hydrogen refueling and charging infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles in disadvantaged and low-income communities along key highway corridors in California.

This funding opportunity provides up to $20 million to nonprofit organizations and collaborative newsrooms in the U.S. to develop innovative solutions that enhance local journalism's audience engagement, operational efficiency, workforce diversity, and revenue generation.

Through the CLMP Capacity-Building Grant Program, nonprofit literary magazines and presses may apply for grants to support projects that aim to create a sustainable and effective organization related to fundraising, marketing, distribution, web development, and other areas; skill-building opportunities for staff and board members; strategic and succession planning; diversity and equity initiatives; and leadership development and management training. Donor Name: Community of Literary Magazines and Presses (CLMP) State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Literary magazines and presses may apply to the CLMP Capacity-Building Grant Program for grants of $5,000 or $10,000 to support capacity-building initiatives. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be nonprofit literary magazines and/or presses based in the United States or U.S. Territories. Applicants must have 501(c)3 status or have a fiscal sponsor. Applicants must primarily publish literary works (over 50% of work published must be fiction, poetry, creative nonfiction, drama, and/or literary reviews). Applicants that primarily publish children’s literature, children’s writing are not eligible. Self-publishers (over 50% of content published by authors on staff) and “hybrid” publishers (in which authors pay for part or all of publication costs) are not eligible. Applicants must have published at least one title or issue within the past 18 months. Review Process Applications will be reviewed based on the following criteria: Completeness of application and clarity of proposal Feasibility of capacity-building project as described Potential impact on organizational capacity and/or sustainability Submitted work samples Previous Capacity-Building funding from the Academy of American Poets and CLMP will be considered, in addition to separate Hawthornden Foundation funding. For more information, visit CLMP.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that create programs and services aimed at improving the lives of Arizona's veterans, addressing issues such as employment, health, legal aid, and homelessness.

This funding opportunity is designed for healthcare institutions and organizations in the U.S. to improve the management and outcomes of migraine patients in emergency departments.

This fellowship provides financial support and professional development for leaders in California who are dedicated to advancing Environmental Justice in their communities.

This program provides funding to Connecticut local governments and non-profits to improve urban forests, focusing on preserving trees and expanding tree canopy in underserved communities.

This grant provides $200,000 over two years to early-career researchers in New England focused on innovative projects that improve child health.

This grant provides financial support and resources to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations that are developing innovative solutions to improve healthcare access for underserved communities.