Grants for County governments - Income Security and Social Services

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations delivering mental health services in Cumberland and Dauphin Counties, Pennsylvania, with a focus on measurable impact and community inclusivity.

The 2025 Conservation Wrangler program, hosted by Texan by Nature, seeks to accelerate impactful conservation projects led by Texas-based organizations. The program supports up to six selected projects annually that demonstrate measurable benefits to people, prosperity, and natural resources. Selected projects receive 12–18 months of tailored program management and strategic guidance to enhance their reach and effectiveness. Eligible projects must be science-based, Texas-led, and demonstrate tangible conservation outcomes. They should engage diverse audiences and promote partnerships among community, business, and conservation organizations. Examples of eligible focus areas include wildlife, land, and water conservation across Texas geographies, from urban to rural settings. Selected projects are showcased during the annual Conservation Summit, offering visibility and networking opportunities. Participants in the Conservation Wrangler program are not guaranteed funding but gain strategic support such as program management, marketing assistance, content creation, and technical connections. Applicants must commit to collaborative participation, dedicate staff resources to achieve outlined goals, and present their work at the Conservation Summit. Applications are evaluated on a range of criteria, including impact, innovation, and measurable outcomes. The process requires detailed project descriptions, objectives, funding strategies, and impact metrics. Supporting documents, such as budgets, maps, and reports, are encouraged. Applications must be submitted in Word format by January 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST. For guidance, applicants can reach out to the program team for consultations before applying.

This funding opportunity supports innovative research aimed at improving the health and well-being of individuals with disabilities, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority groups and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, by addressing the complex factors that contribute to health disparities.

This funding opportunity supports educational institutions, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Hawaiʻi to implement projects that improve energy efficiency, promote renewable energy, and enhance access to clean energy, particularly for disadvantaged communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to certified outpatient addiction service providers in New York State to expand access to treatment and recovery services in non-traditional community settings for individuals struggling with substance use.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver high-quality early childhood education and family engagement services for low-income children and their families across multiple states.

This program provides flexible funding to local governments to improve housing, infrastructure, and economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income individuals in their communities.

This grant provides operational funding to qualified arts organizations in Tennessee to support their year-round public arts programming and promote accessibility and advocacy within the community.

This program provides financial assistance to farmers in Orange County, North Carolina, to support innovative agricultural projects that enhance income and market access.

The Springfield Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Competitive Grant Program. Donor Name: Springfield Foundation State: Ohio County: Clark County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/12/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Springfield Foundation serves the entire Clark County community through its support in six focus areas-Arts & Culture, Civic Affairs, Education, Environment, Conservation & Animal Welfare, Heath, and Human Services. Focus Areas Arts & Culture- Having opportunities available for individuals to experience art and culture on a personal basis are critical to having a community with strong cultural vitality. Increase the diversity, and attendance levels of audiences attending arts and culture events. Programs are available that allow a diverse audience opportunities for interaction with arts & culture. Programs are available that increase audience attendance at arts and culture events. Community residents of all ages acquire knowledge or skills in arts and culture. Programs are available that allow children and adults opportunities to create art. Individuals will have opportunities to engage with artists. Increase the number of opportunities for artists. Increase the number of opportunities available for artists to increase their talents. Civic Affairs- Civic engagement is an essential element in democracy and key to making smart and creative decisions that allow communities to flourish today and meet the challenges of tomorrow. Educate and engage active citizens of all ages. Improve the civic knowledge and participation of Clark County citizens Environment, Conservation & Animals– By bringing conservation and environmental issues into focus and motivating the community to join in making improvements they affect positive change. Increase the number of citizens participating in activities that foster an appreciation of the environment Increase community awareness of conservation and environmental issues in Clark County to educate the citizens and businesses and encourage their participation and appreciation of the natural environment. Decrease the number of homeless and unwanted pets in Clark county Provide free or discounted spay/neuter vouchers to pet owners in underserved areas of Clark County. Shelter cats and dogs will be spayed/neutered before released for adoption Education- To increase the number of people receiving a quality education that will set the basis for a successful life. Increase the number of students who are ready to begin kindergarten. Increase the number of children enrolling in early childhood quality educational programs such as pre-school. Increase parental involvement with children’s education. Increase the college and career readiness for clark county residents. Increase the number of students participating in post-secondary preparation programs. Increase the number of Clark County residents who participate in job training programs. Health– The economic impact of unintended pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases, poor mental health and chronic diseases is an important consideration for the community, as is the long-term impact on individuals’ health and wellness. Healthy individuals have a prevention-oriented mindset toward their health. Impact the health of the community by decreasing the incidence of unintended pregnancies and infection with sexually transmitted infections (stis). Increase outreach and information, taking into consideration Clark County populations who may be at higher risk or more vulnerable to disparate health outcomes. Increase access to and awareness of Reproductive Health Services, including use of a Reproductive Life Plan. Decrease the state-reported rate of Clark County individuals testing positive for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). Improve the Mental Health of the community by providing individuals with the skills and services necessary to successfully handle challenging situations and to understand and manage their conditions and behaviors. Increase outreach and information, taking into consideration Clark County populations who may be at higher risk or more vulnerable to disparate health outcomes. Improve the understanding and application of trauma informed practices throughout various disciplines/initiatives in Clark County. Equip Clark County youths with self-management skills to cope with or avoid depression, suicide and drug abuse. Improve Management of Chronic Diseases in Clark County. Increase outreach and information, taking into consideration Clark County populations who may be at higher risk or more vulnerable to disparate health outcomes. Individuals with congestive heart failure will manage their disease and will decrease hospital re-admissions for congestive heart failure. Patients with diabetes will manage their disease outside of taking medication alone. Decrease the number of asthma attacks that require emergency services/treatment by implementing home-based environmental assessments and interventions. Human Service– Meeting human needs through an interdisciplinary knowledge base, focusing on prevention as well as remediation of problems, and maintaining a commitment to improving the overall quality of life is the focus of the human services program To help families and individuals become stable and financially independent To assist families and individuals in meeting emergency needs to stabilize a crisis, and for which no other or inadequate funding sources are available. Examples: emergency assistance with food, clothing, shelter, crisis intervention or refuge in abuse cases. To provide services that prevent or intervene in cases of family breakdown, violence or poverty. To assist families and individuals in removing barriers to obtaining and maintaining economic self-sufficiency. Examples: child care, transportation, transitional housing, and rehabilitation programs. To assist individuals with physical or developmental disabilities in maintaining an independent or semi-independent lifestyle. To promote positive outcomes for all people To foster good relationships between youth, especially minority youth, and law enforcement. To provide youth, especially those most at risk, with the skills, knowledge and a variety of other personal and social assets to function well during adolescence and adulthood. To provide senior citizens, especially those most at risk, with the opportunity to continue contributing to society while having the best quality of life. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for funding from the Springfield Foundation charitable organizations are required to: Be a nonprofit organization exempt from Federal income taxes under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, churches, or government units including public schools and municipalities. If you do not have a 501(c)(3), you may enter into an agreement with a qualified nonprofit that will act as your fiscal agent. Have a governing board, and conduct business without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, or national origin. Provide programs and projects serving the Clark County, Ohio Community. Provide to the Springfield Foundation a board approved diversity, equity, and inclusion statement. The Springfield Foundation does not award grants from discretionary funds for the following purposes: Awards to individuals, including fellowships, travel, study, research, camps. Support for individual political candidates and/or lobbying efforts, Annual campaigns or dues, Endowments outside of the Springfield Foundation. Sectarian worship, instruction, or proselytizing, Fraternal, political, labor, athletic, and social or veterans’ groups, School bands and school choral groups, drill teams, or color guards, Annual fund drives or fund-raising activities, Returning applicants who did not complete their previous grant requirements (i.e., reporting). For more information, visit Springfield Foundation.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and government entities to help older adults and individuals with disabilities access essential federal and state benefit programs, improving their healthcare access and reducing economic disparities.

This grant provides funding to support diverse postdoctoral researchers in transitioning to independent faculty positions while conducting innovative research on pain and substance use disorders.

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Head Start (OHS) announces the availability of approximately $14 million to be competitively awarded for the purpose of expanding access to high-quality, comprehensive services to low-income, migrant and seasonal infants and toddlers and their families through Early Head Start-Child Care (EHS-CC) Partnerships, or through the expansion of Early Head Start services. ACF solicits applications from public entities, including states, or private non-profit organizations, including community-based or faith-based organizations, or for-profit agencies that meet eligibility for applying as stated in section 42 U.S.C. 9840A of the Head Start Act. Interested applicants may email [email protected] for additional information.OHS encourages interested applicants to visit https://www.acf.hhs.gov/grants/how-apply-grant. This webpage provides information on applying for grants, registering and applying through Grants.gov, submitting an application, and understanding the grant review process.

This grant provides financial support to established arts organizations in Tennessee with a strong track record, helping them cover operational costs while promoting cultural excellence.

he Primary Care Residency Training Programs Grant for FY 2024-25, administered by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI), aims to support the training of primary care physicians. The grant focuses on programs that train primary care residents to work in underserved communities, emphasizing training sites in multicultural, underserved, or rural areas. It seeks to recruit and retain residents likely to serve in areas of unmet need and provides counseling and placement to encourage graduates to practice in these areas. Approximately $31 million is available for various award categories, including existing PCR slots, existing THC slots, expansion slots, and new PCR programs. The grant awards range from $125,000 per filled slot for existing programs to $1,000,000 for new programs, with up to $2,000,000 for new programs with matching funds. Applications are due by September 10, 2024, with awards announced in January 2025.

This funding opportunity is designed to support innovative projects that develop and demonstrate Direct Air Capture technologies in California, while also engaging and educating local communities about carbon removal efforts.

The "HEAL Initiative: Understanding Individual Differences in Human Pain Conditions" grant aims to fund research that explores the differences in how individuals experience pain, with the goal of improving personalized pain treatment strategies and understanding the impact of factors like additional health conditions or substance use.

(Reissue of RFA-NS-18-030) This FOA solicits applications for research projects that use innovative, methodologically-integrated approaches to understand how circuit activity gives rise to mental experience and behavior. The goal is to support projects that can realize a meaningful outcome within 5 years. Applications should address circuit function in the context of specific neural systems such as sensation, perception, attention, reasoning, intention, decision-making, emotion, navigation, communication or homeostasis. Projects should link theory and data analysis to experimental design and should produce predictive models as deliverables. Projects should aim to improve the understanding of circuits of the central nervous system by systematically controlling stimuli and/or behavior while actively recording and/or manipulating dynamic patterns of neural activity. Projects can use non-human and human species, and applications should explain how the selected species offers ideal conditions for revealing general principles about the circuit basis of a specific behavior.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to operate a national hotline that assists victims of human trafficking by offering emergency help, information, and referrals across the United States.

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Bureau of  Nutrition and Physical Activity (BNPA) administers funds provided by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the operation of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program (BFPC) for the State of Arizona. The USDA nutrition programs are discretionary, and each provides a specific service to women, infants, and children who are low-income and at nutritional risk. The overall goal of all the USDA Nutrition Programs is to increase food security and reduce hunger by providing eligible participants access to nourishing food and supportive nutrition education. ADHS is working with the counties to provide WIC services, and this opportunity is to provide additional community support as needed.  Financial Notes: N/A