Grants for County governments - Science and Technology

The Meigs County Foundation, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, is currently accepting grant applications. These grants are designed to support nonprofits, schools, and public organizations working on projects and programs that benefit Meigs County residents and communities. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to advance opportunities and unleash the potential within Meigs County, focusing on local leadership and community-driven solutions. Grants will be awarded for projects and programs that address five core areas, known as the Pillars of Prosperity: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. The primary focus is on supporting individuals of all ages who are leading efforts to create opportunities and meet pressing needs within the county. The foundation's strategic priorities are centered on fostering growth and well-being across these critical sectors. The target beneficiaries for these grants are the residents and communities of Meigs County. The expected outcomes include a measurable improvement in the quality of life, increased access to resources, and enhanced community development across the five pillars. The foundation's theory of change posits that by investing in locally-led initiatives within these key areas, it can drive sustainable positive change and empower the community. Funding requests are generally between $500 and $5,000, though larger requests may be considered if they demonstrate a significant potential for impact. Eligibility criteria include 501(c) nonprofit organizations, public school districts, higher education institutions, and government subdivisions. Groups without formal status may apply with a fiscal sponsor, emphasizing the foundation's commitment to inclusivity and supporting a wide range of community-driven efforts to achieve measurable results.

The Greenhouse Accelerator Program Juntos Crecemos Edition is a five-month, mentor-guided initiative designed to accelerate emerging Hispanic food and beverage innovations. This program, an extension of the initial Greenhouse Accelerator launched in 2018, is a collaborative effort with PepsiCo Juntos Crecemos, which is part of PepsiCo’s Pep+ transformation agenda. The overarching mission is to provide both short-term and long-term support to Hispanic small businesses, aligning with PepsiCo's broader strategic priorities of driving growth for Hispanic founders within the food and beverage industry in the U.S. and fostering a positive impact through its PepsiCo Positive Strategy. The primary target beneficiaries of this program are up to eight high-potential, emerging Hispanic-owned food and beverage consumer packaged goods small businesses operating in the United States, with net-revenues between $100,000 to $2,000,000 USD in their last financial year. The impact goals are centered on fostering the growth and scalability of these businesses. By providing grants, expert guidance, networking opportunities, and mentorship, the program aims to accelerate pathways for these businesses to launch, scale, and grow their breakthrough innovations, ultimately contributing to the economic empowerment of Hispanic founders. The program prioritizes businesses that demonstrate a clear go-to-market strategy, are post-prototype and ready for review with a multinational corporation, exhibit uniqueness in the market, and possess balanced gender and ethnic diversity. A strong emphasis is also placed on a clear and active social responsibility mission that aligns with PepsiCo’s Juntos Crecemos Strategy and the broader PepsiCo Positive Strategy. The selection committee will also look for scalable business models, indicating the program's focus on long-term sustainability and impact. Expected outcomes include a guaranteed $20,000 USD grant for each finalist, with the winner receiving an additional $100,000 USD, providing crucial financial support. Beyond monetary grants, participants are expected to benefit from expert guidance through learning modules across all aspects of business development, hands-on mentorship for refining business models and strategies, and enhanced impact. The program also offers invaluable access and exposure to the extensive PepsiCo network, industry experts, VCs, and investors, as well as the unlocking of potential collaboration opportunities with PepsiCo. These measurable results collectively aim to strengthen and expand Hispanic-owned businesses in the food and beverage sector.

This initiative provides funding to U.S.-based community organizations and agencies to develop and implement effective solutions that reduce menthol cigarette use among high-risk populations, including youth, LGBTQ+ communities, and racial and ethnic minorities.

This grant provides funding to distressed municipalities and registered non-profits in Connecticut to develop or improve urban green spaces and community gardens for public enjoyment and environmental education.

This funding opportunity supports innovative research and community-driven projects that improve care and quality of life for individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and their caregivers.

This grant provides funding for researchers and organizations to enhance understanding of solar radiation modification through integrated observations and modeling, addressing climate change challenges.

This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based for-profit businesses with at least one Latino/x founder, celebrating their contributions and fostering economic growth within the Latino/x community.

The Mid-America Arts Alliance's Community Activator Grants program is designed to uplift and invigorate artists in greater Northwest Arkansas. This initiative directly aligns with a mission to foster creative practices and career advancement by providing financial support, skill development, and networking opportunities. The program's core is to support individual artists who demonstrate a commitment to collaboration and community building within the arts, thereby strengthening the regional artistic landscape. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are individual artists residing in specific Arkansas counties: Benton, Carroll, Crawford, Sebastian, and Washington. The program targets artists who have a proven track record of creating opportunities for their peers and actively contributing to a supportive community of artists in Northwest Arkansas. The impact goals are to provide substantial financial support (up to $17,500 per artist), enhance entrepreneurial skills through peer-based learning, and connect artists to a dynamic regional network, ultimately leading to more sustainable creative practices. The program prioritizes artists whose practices are focused on collaboration and who show a demonstrated commitment to building and supporting the arts community. Eligibility requires applicants to be Arkansas residents for at least one year in the specified counties, be 18 years or older, U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and actively practicing artists in any discipline. Importantly, applicants should not be enrolled in a degree-seeking program, have previously received this specific grant, or received substantial funding from other M-AAA programs within the designated fiscal years. Expected outcomes include enhanced artistic excellence, deepened collaborative practices, and improved program readiness among participating artists. The grant aims to result in artists effectively advancing their careers, strategically managing their practices, and actively sharing their work and processes within a peer learning environment. Measurable results will likely stem from the identified impacts of funding on individual careers and practices, and the overall balance of the selected cohort will ensure broad representation of perspectives, disciplines, and experiences. The program's theory of change appears to be that by investing in collaborative, community-minded artists, providing financial and professional development support, and fostering a strong network, the entire Northwest Arkansas arts ecosystem will be energized and sustained.

This funding opportunity supports Oklahoma-based nonprofit organizations, public entities, tribal nations, and educational institutions in developing infrastructure projects that promote physical activity and nutrition in their communities.

This grant provides financial support to farmers and ranchers in the Southern U.S. for small-scale research projects that promote sustainable agricultural practices and address production and marketing challenges.

This program provides financial support to small-scale, sustainable farms in metro Atlanta to improve their operations and enhance their contributions to the local food system.

This grant provides funding for researchers and organizations to conduct innovative studies in exobiology, focusing on the search for life beyond Earth and the conditions that support it.

This program provides funding to local organizations in EPA Region 3 for projects that address environmental and health challenges in historically underserved communities.

This grant provides funding for research organizations, universities, and other entities to develop advanced imaging technologies for detecting harmful microbes and chemicals in various water sources.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to document and preserve endangered languages and cultural heritage.

This funding opportunity supports Delaware schools, arts organizations, and artists in creating engaging arts education programs for pre-K–12 students, enhancing their learning experiences through the arts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-based projects in Goodhue County that aim to prevent opioid misuse and promote healthy lifestyles.

The NISTs Accelerating Federal Technology Transfer (AFTT) Program is seeking applications from eligible applicants for activities to help promote, educate, and facilitate federal technology transfer. Under the AFTT Program, members of the Federal Laboratory Consortiums (FLC) Executive Board, including NIST, will collaborate with the awardee on the development of outreach and educational programs, tools, and best practices that will enhance the ability of the academic and private sectors to engage with Federal laboratories in technology transfer and research commercialization. Specifically, the awardee will collaborate with the FLCs Executive Board, including NIST, in the areas of technology transfer and research commercialization by: developing the necessary tools and services to promote the utilization of Federal intellectual property, user facilities, and other R resources by non-federal partners; creating a suitable education and training infrastructure in technology transfer for the relevant stakeholders; and engaging industry, academic, and state and local government communities to facilitate access to federal R collaborations and federal technology transfer opportunities on both a regional and a national level.

The Harrison County Community Foundation, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, is seeking grant applications for projects and programs that benefit Harrison County residents and communities. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to advance opportunities across five critical areas, known as the Pillars of Prosperity: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. The grant program is designed to support efforts that foster opportunity, address pressing needs, and unlock the potential within Harrison County. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are individuals of all ages within Harrison County. The program places a strong emphasis on empowering local leaders who are actively working to create positive change. The overarching impact goal is to strengthen the community by investing in projects that address key areas of need, thereby improving the quality of life for residents and promoting sustainable growth within the county. The program prioritizes initiatives that fall under the Pillars of Prosperity, ensuring a broad and impactful reach across various sectors. Funding requests are typically between $500 and $5,000, though larger requests may be considered based on their potential for significant impact. This flexible funding approach allows for support of both smaller, localized efforts and more ambitious projects that promise a greater return on investment for the community. Expected outcomes include tangible improvements in the areas of arts and culture, economic vitality, educational attainment, environmental health, and access to health and human services. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, the emphasis on "creating opportunities, meeting pressing needs and unleashing the potential" suggests that successful projects will demonstrate clear, positive changes in these areas. The foundation's strategic priority is to support community-led initiatives that directly address identified needs, operating under a theory of change that posits local investment and empowerment will lead to broad-based community development and resilience.

This grant provides funding for organizations to archive, restore, and develop tools for planetary data, supporting research in space and Earth sciences.