Grants for County governments - Science and Technology

This funding opportunity supports early-stage research aimed at improving understanding and treatment of rare autoimmune neuropathies affecting the peripheral nervous system, specifically targeting innovative approaches to disease mechanisms, biomarkers, and therapies.

The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau has launched the Beautification Grant Program to support and enhance the quality of life in communities throughout the Pocono Mountains. This initiative aligns with a broader mission to bolster the region's appeal for both residents and visitors by investing in local infrastructure and aesthetics. The grant, ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 with a cap request of $20,000, aims to foster community pride and economic vitality by improving public and hospitality areas. The primary beneficiaries of this program are local governments, including cities, boroughs, and townships, as well as municipal and redevelopment authorities and agencies within Carbon, Monroe, Pike, and Wayne Counties in Pennsylvania. The impact goals are centered on creating more attractive and welcoming environments, which in turn supports local hospitality and tourism businesses. By beautifying public spaces, the program seeks to enhance the overall experience for those living in and visiting the Pocono Mountains. The program prioritizes projects that beautify outdoor areas surrounding local hospitality and tourism businesses, improve existing gateways and signage, and enhance overall beautification and facades throughout the participating communities. Eligible projects are diverse and include landscaping, outdoor seating, planters, trash cans, benches, recycling programs, trash removal, removal of overgrown weeds/brush/trees, and upgrades to signage and facades. This focus ensures a comprehensive approach to community improvement. The expected outcomes include a noticeable improvement in the aesthetic quality of public spaces and business fronts, leading to increased community satisfaction and potentially greater tourism revenue. Measurable results could include the number of projects completed, the visible impact of these projects on community appearance, and feedback from local residents and businesses regarding the improved environment. This program reflects a strategic priority to leverage beautification as a tool for sustainable community development and economic growth within the Pocono Mountains region.

The Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) Cultural Facilities Grant Program aims to bolster the arts infrastructure across Georgia by offering financial support for the construction, renovation, acquisition, or equipment addition to arts facilities. This initiative directly aligns with the GCA's mission to foster a vibrant cultural landscape within the state, ensuring that arts organizations have the necessary physical spaces and tools to deliver their programming. The grant targets capital projects, recognizing that robust facilities are fundamental to the sustainability and growth of artistic endeavors. The primary beneficiaries of this program are non-profit arts organizations registered with the IRS (with arts as part of their mission and over 50% arts-related programming) and local government entities that own and manage arts facilities in Georgia. The impact goal is to enhance the capacity of these organizations to provide diverse arts-based programming, ranging from performing and visual arts to media, literary, folk & traditional, and multidisciplinary arts projects. By improving facilities, the grant seeks to create more accessible and high-quality spaces for artistic expression and community engagement. The grant prioritizes projects that directly support arts-based programming. While a broad spectrum of artistic disciplines is supported, the program explicitly excludes activities such as humanities, social sciences, sciences, culinary arts, fashion, martial arts, sports, magic shows, circus arts, non-arts recreation, topiary, landscape art, and interior design. This clear focus ensures that funds are directed towards initiatives that genuinely advance the arts as defined by the GCA. The funding for FY25 ranges from $10,000 to $75,000, and the project period is set between November 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. Expected outcomes include improved and expanded arts facilities, leading to an increase in the quantity and quality of arts programs available to Georgia residents. Measurable results could include the number of facilities renovated or acquired, the amount of new equipment purchased, and potentially an increase in program attendance or participation reported by grant recipients. The GCA's strategic priority, as evidenced by this grant, is to strengthen the foundational elements of the arts community, operating under the theory of change that by investing in physical infrastructure, they can create a more stable and fertile environment for artistic creation, education, and public access. The inclusion of additional ARP funds in 2024, allowing previous Cultural Facilities Grant recipients to reapply, further underscores a strategic commitment to sustained investment and recovery within the arts sector.

This grant provides funding to state and local governments to conduct DNA testing and improve evidence preservation in violent felony cases, helping to address wrongful convictions and support justice.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that conserve and improve natural resources, targeting municipalities, nonprofits, schools, and private property owners in Hennepin County.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments in Maryland for outdoor recreation projects, including land acquisition and the development or renovation of recreational facilities.

The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers the Community Forests Program to help communities preserve working forest heritage while balancing economic, environmental, and recreational benefits. The program supports land acquisition and complementary restoration and recreation development to keep working forests intact. Typical projects acquire forestland and may include restoration of forest and habitat health and development of recreation facilities such as trails, trailheads, parking, restrooms, campgrounds, picnic and day use areas, challenge courses, and interpretive displays. Restoration activities may include removal of fish barriers and actions that restore forest health. Approximately 3,000,000 dollars is available for awards. Eligible applicants include cities, counties, and towns, Native American tribes, nonprofit nature conservancy organizations, special purpose districts and other political subdivisions, and state agencies in partnership with one or more of these groups. All projects must include acquisition; restoration and development cannot be stand alone activities. Applications are due May 1, 2024 through the state process. Grant size and duration beyond the available pool are not specified. Further information is provided by the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office.

The FY24 PCRP Exploration Hypothesis Development Award supports the exploration of highly innovative, untested, potentially high-gain concepts, theories, paradigms, and/or methods that address an important problem relevant to one or more of the FY24 PCRP Overarching Challenges. This award is designed to provide investigators the opportunity to pursue serendipitous observations that may reveal entirely new avenues for investigation. Results of studies conducted through this award may provide the scientific premise upon which a new hypothesis can be based or initial proof of principle of an innovative hypothesis, laying the groundwork for future avenues of scientific investigation. Presentation of preliminary data is inconsistent with the intent of this award mechanism and is therefore strongly discouraged. However, logical reasoning and a sound scientific rationale for the proposed work must be described. Reviewers will be blinded to the identity of the Principal Investigator (PI), collaborator(s), and their organization(s). Refer to Section II.D.2.b.i, Full Application Submission Type, for more information. New for FY24: Clinical research is allowed. For the purposes of this funding opportunity, research that meets the definition of a clinical trial is distinct from clinical research. Clinical research encompasses research with human data, human specimens, and/or interaction with human subjects. Clinical research is observational in nature and includes: (1) Research conducted with human subjects and/or material of human origin such as data, specimens, and cognitive phenomena for which an investigator (or co-investigator) does not seek to assess the safety, effectiveness, and/or efficacy outcomes of an intervention. Research meeting this definition may include but is not limited to: (a) mechanisms of human disease, (b) diagnostic or detection studies (e.g., biomarker or imaging), (c) health disparity studies, and (d) development of new technologies. (2) Epidemiologic and behavioral studies that do not seek to assess the safety, effectiveness, and/or efficacy outcomes of an intervention. (3) Outcomes research and health services research that do not fit under the definition of clinical trial. Excluded from the definition of clinical research are in vitro studies that utilize human data or specimens that cannot be linked to a living individual and meet the requirements for exemption under 46.104(d)(4) of the Common Rule. Clinical trials are not allowed. A clinical trial is defined in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 45, Part 46.102 (45 CFR 46.102) as a research study in which one or more human subjects are prospectively assigned to one or more interventions (which may include a placebo or another control) to evaluate the effects of the interventions on biomedical or behavioral health-related outcomes. Studies that do not seek to measure safety, effectiveness, and/or efficacy outcome(s) of an intervention are not considered clinical trials. A congressionally mandated Metastatic Cancer Task Force was formed with the purpose of identifying ways to help accelerate clinical and translational research aimed at extending the lives of advanced state and recurrent patients. As a member of the Metastatic Cancer Task Force, the CDMRP encourages applicants to review the recommendations (https://health.mil/Reference-Center/Congressional-Testimonies/2018/05/03/Metastatic-Cancer Research) and submit research ideas to address these recommendations provided they are within the limitations of this funding opportunity and fit within the FY24 PCRP priorities. Innovative research involving nuclear medicine and related techniques to support early diagnosis, more-effective treatment, and improved health outcomes of active-duty Service Members and their Families is encouraged. Such research could improve diagnostic and targeted treatment capabilities through noninvasive techniques and may drive the development of precision imaging and advanced targeted therapies. Applications from investigators within the military services and applications involving multidisciplinary collaborations among academia, industry, the military services, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and other federal government agencies are highly encouraged. These relationships can leverage knowledge, infrastructure, and access to unique clinical populations that the collaborators bring to the research effort, ultimately advancing research that is of significance to Service Members, Veterans, and/or their Families. If the proposed research relies on access to unique resources or databases, the application must describe the access at the time of submission and include a plan for maintaining access as needed throughout the proposed research. All projects should adhere to a core set of standards for rigorous study design and reporting to maximize the reproducibility and translational potential of clinical and preclinical research. The standards are described in SC Landis et al., 2012, A call for transparent reporting to optimize the predictive value of preclinical research, Nature 490:187-191 (https://www.nature.com/nature/ journal/v490/n7419/full/nature11556.html). While these standards are written for preclinical studies, the basic principles of randomization, blinding, sample-size estimation, and data handling derive from well-established best practices in clinical studies. The funding instrument for awards made under the program announcement will be grants (31 USC 6304). The anticipated direct costs budgeted for the entire period of performance for an FY24 Exploration Hypothesis Development Award should not exceed $150,000. Refer to Section II.D.5, Funding Restrictions, for detailed funding information. Awards supported with FY24 funds will be made no later than September 30, 2025. The CDMRP expects to allot approximately $3.60M to fund approximately 15 Exploration Hypothesis Development Award applications. Funding of applications received is contingent upon the availability of federal funds for this program, the number of applications received, the quality and merit of the applications as evaluated by peer and programmatic review, and the requirements of the government. Funds to be obligated on any award resulting from this funding opportunity will be available for use for a limited time period based on the fiscal year of the funds. It is anticipated that awards made from this FY24 funding opportunity will be funded with FY24 funds, which will expire for use on September 30, 2030. Research Involving Animals: All research funded by the FY24 PCRP Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award involving new and ongoing research with animals must be reviewed and approved by the USAMRDC Office of Human and Animal Research Oversight (OHARO; previously the Human Research Protection Office), Animal Care and Use Review Office (ACURO), in addition to the local Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) of record. IACUC approval at the time of submission is not required. Allow at least 3 to 4 months for ACURO regulatory review and approval processes for animal studies. Refer to the General Application Instructions for additional information.

To obtain a copy of the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) please go to the ARPA-E website at https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov. To apply to this FOA, Applicants must register with and submit application materials through ARPA-E eXCHANGE (https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov/Registration.aspx). For detailed guidance on using ARPA-E eXCHANGE, please refer to the ARPA-E eXCHANGE User Guide (https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov/Manuals.aspx). ARPA-E will not review or consider concept papers submitted through other means. For problems with ARPA-E eXCHANGE, email [email protected] (with FOA name and number in the subject line). Questions about this FOA? Check the Frequently Asked Questions available at http://arpa-e.energy.gov/faq. For questions that have not already been answered, email [email protected]. The purpose of this modification is to incorporate changes to Funding Opportunity Announcement. Accordingly, this modification: Inserted new Exploratory Topic, Topic M: H2SENSE. See Table 1. Exploratory Topics, Appendix M, and Total Amounts to be awarded on Cover Page. Updated Language in Appendix L Section 5.

This program provides funding to various organizations, including telecommunications providers and local governments, to improve broadband access and infrastructure in underserved areas of Utah.

Research grants support studies that address critical gaps in our understanding of natural history and contribute to the conservation and enhancement of aquatic ecosystems and healthy habitats. FAO seeks to fund projects that advance scientific knowledge and practical solutions for environmental challenges in the region, particularly those impacting aquatic biodiversity, water quality, and healthy habitats. Eligible projects include aquatic biodiversity assessments, water quality monitoring and analysis, development and application of innovative technologies and methodologies, collaborative research partnerships across disciplines and sectors, and habitat restoration and conservation efforts. FAO prioritizes projects that can result in scalable change and impact multiple counties. The maximum funding request per project is $25,000, with a total of at least $75,000 available to award. Eligible applicants include public and nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and groups operating under fiscal sponsorship within the Muskingum Watershed and Appalachian Ohio regions. Applications must be submitted online, and supporting documents emailed to FAO by August 2, 2024. Grant decisions will be announced by September 30, 2024.

The City of Norfolk is launching a third round of its Notice of Funding Availability (NoFA) to support housing development and provide services to homeless and at-risk residents. This initiative is managed by the Norfolk Department of Housing and Community Development (NDHCD) and utilizes $4,517,686 in HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funding. The core mission of this grant program aligns with addressing critical housing needs and supporting vulnerable populations within the city, reflecting a broader commitment to community welfare and stability. The primary target beneficiaries of this program are homeless and at-risk residents in Norfolk, as well as those in need of affordable rental housing. The impact goals are centered on increasing the availability of affordable housing options and enhancing supportive services for these populations. By doing so, the program aims to improve living conditions, reduce homelessness, and provide a pathway to stability for individuals and families facing housing insecurity. The program prioritizes the development of affordable rental housing and the provision of supportive services. These activities are outlined in Norfolk’s HOME-ARP Allocation Plan, which received approval from the US Housing and Urban Development in April 2023. Eligible applicants include local nonprofit organizations, quasi-governmental agencies, for-profit developers, and supportive service providers who demonstrate interest and capacity to administer activities to qualifying populations. The emphasis is on complete applications that adhere to NOFA directions. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in the number of affordable rental units available and a broader reach of supportive services for the designated populations. While specific quantitative results are not detailed in the provided information, the allocation of over $4.5 million suggests a significant anticipated impact. The city's strategic priority, as evidenced by this third round of funding, is to continuously address housing challenges and support its most vulnerable residents, aligning with a theory of change that posits increased housing and services will directly lead to improved community well-being and reduced homelessness.

The Public Works Board (Board) Broadband program is authorized by state statute (RCW 43.155.160). Its purpose is to loan and grant funding to promote the expansion of broadband access to unserved populations in rural and urban communities across the state. $2 million per project loan/grant award limit with a 50% match. Projects in financially distressed areas and Indian country may receive up to 90% of the total project cost for a total not to exceed $5 million.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is soliciting proposals to reduce whale mortality from fishing gear entanglement in Southern California. This grant directly aligns with NFWF's mission to sustain, restore, and enhance the nation's fish, wildlife, plants, and habitats for current and future generations by addressing a critical threat to cetacean populations. The program aims to provide compensatory restoration for injuries to cetaceans caused by the Refugio Beach Oil Spill (RBOS), thereby mitigating past environmental damage and fostering healthier marine ecosystems. The primary beneficiaries of this program are cetaceans in Southern California, particularly those susceptible to entanglement in fishing gear. The impact goals are to increase the capacity of the entanglement response network, improve documentation and disentanglement efforts, and broadly support activities that reduce serious injuries or mortalities from entanglements. This initiative contributes to the foundation's strategic priority of healthy oceans and coasts by safeguarding marine mammals. The program prioritizes several key areas to achieve its goals. These include directly enhancing entanglement response in Southern California, and potentially beyond if it benefits local cetaceans, coordinating with federal, state, and local resource agencies to improve the overall West Coast Marine Mammal Entanglement Response Program, and training and developing volunteer response capacity. Furthermore, proposals should outline how activities will contribute to the development of the overall capacity and infrastructure of the program. Expected outcomes include a more robust and efficient entanglement response network, a reduction in the number of entangled cetaceans, improved survival rates of entangled animals through effective disentanglement, and enhanced coordination among relevant agencies. Measurable results would likely involve metrics such as the number of successful disentanglements, the increase in trained responders, and the documented reduction in entanglement-related mortalities. An estimated $250,000 will be available for a Phase 1 project award, anticipated to last 1-2 years, with a priority geographic focus on the coastlines off Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange Counties.

This funding opportunity supports arts education projects in public schools and community settings within Fulton, Montgomery, and Saratoga Counties, aimed at enhancing hands-on learning experiences for students through collaborative artistic initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects aimed at improving burn care for military personnel, particularly in combat situations, by addressing unique medical challenges and enhancing treatment methods.

The Granville Community Foundation in Ohio is offering grants to non-profit organizations and public agencies for projects that enrich the lives of Granville residents, with a focus on arts, culture, education, and social services, and prioritizes initiatives that enhance quality of life, cultural opportunities, historical preservation, social support, public spaces, and youth experiences.

The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville's Education Fund is designed to invest in the future of the community by supporting crucial areas within education. These include early childhood development, student achievement, college and career readiness, and the overall success of the educational system. This aligns with the foundation's mission to foster community well-being through strategic investments, recognizing education as a cornerstone of future prosperity. The grant program seeks to address systemic educational needs within the Greater Huntsville area. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are students across various educational stages, from early childhood to college. The impact goals are clearly defined by the focus areas: kindergarten readiness, third-grade reading proficiency, eighth-grade math proficiency, career readiness, college readiness, and college graduation. By supporting these specific areas, the foundation aims to create a pipeline of well-prepared and successful individuals, ultimately strengthening the local workforce and civic engagement. Funding priorities emphasize projects that demonstrate high impact, reaching a broad number of students. Projects must strategically address one or more of the stated focus areas and provide clear and measurable outcomes. This highlights the foundation's strategic approach to philanthropy, where investments are expected to yield tangible and demonstrable results. The foundation's theory of change appears to be rooted in the belief that targeted interventions in critical educational junctures will lead to improved academic performance and life outcomes for students. Eligible expenses for the grant include program costs for both new and existing initiatives, reasonable staff time, and training and support for volunteers. The geographic focus is specifically on Greater Huntsville, Alabama, encompassing Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, and Morgan counties. The foundation ensures that grants are made to qualified 501(c)3 public charities, schools, religious institutions, or government agencies, reinforcing its commitment to supporting established and impactful organizations within the region. The grant amounts range from $2,500 to $5,000, indicating a focus on funding specific projects with clear objectives rather than large-scale, overarching initiatives.

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) Urban Forestry Division (UFD) is offering grants to promote urban forestry activities in disadvantaged communities within the District of Columbia. This program aligns with the broader mission of enhancing urban environments and improving community well-being through nature-based solutions. The grants are designed to support a wide range of activities authorized by the USFS Urban and Community Forestry Program, ensuring a comprehensive approach to urban forest development and stewardship. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are disadvantaged communities within the District of Columbia. The program specifically targets areas that have been historically overburdened and under-resourced, aiming to address environmental inequities. The impact goals include promoting urban wood utilization, establishing urban food forests, mitigating extreme heat, fostering urban forest stewardship, improving access to green spaces, and developing a skilled workforce in urban forestry. Additionally, the program seeks to deliver nature-based interventions such as forest therapy, urban forest interpretation, and environmental education to these communities. The priorities and focuses of this grant include supporting activities that promote urban forestry through various means. This encompasses physical interventions like creating urban food forests and mitigating heat, as well as educational and engagement initiatives such as environmental education and forest therapy. The program emphasizes workforce development within urban forestry, aiming to build local capacity and create economic opportunities in disadvantaged areas. Eligible applicants include local government, non-governmental, and community-based organizations, highlighting a collaborative approach to achieving the program's objectives. Expected outcomes of this grant program include a noticeable increase in urban forestry activities and green infrastructure within disadvantaged communities. Measurable results will include the number of urban wood utilization projects, the establishment of new urban food forests, the extent of extreme heat mitigation achieved, the level of community engagement in urban forest stewardship, and the number of individuals trained through workforce development programs. Ultimately, the program aims to improve environmental quality, enhance community health and well-being, and foster a greater connection to nature in areas that need it most.

This funding opportunity is designed for small dairy producers in Iowa to enhance their processing capabilities through modernization and efficiency improvements.