Local Law Justice and Legal Services Grants

The Wayne County Community Foundation is excited to announce the Competitive Community Grants. Donor Name: Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) State: Ohio County: Wayne County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Foundation was established in 1978 as a tax-exempt community foundation. Gifts from individuals, families, and businesses are used for scholarships, community projects and other charitable purposes throughout our area. All unrestricted donations to the Foundation are added to the General Community Fund. These unrestricted gifts provide the Foundation with flexibility in its charitable purpose, allowing the Board of Trustees to respond to innovative projects and changing community needs.  Focus Areas The Foundation’s charitable grantmaking includes both capital and program grants which are awarded in the following categories: Arts, Culture, & Humanities; Civic & Community Affairs; Conservation & Environment; Education; Health & Wellness; and Human Services. Grant Period Grants are valid for a period of up to one year. Geographic Range of Grants Grants are limited to activities and organizations benefiting the greater Wayne County area. Eligibility Criteria  By law, the Wayne County Community Foundation can only make grants to qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit public organizations.  Ineligibility  Normally, the Foundation does not approve grants to support: General operating expenses of well-established organizations; Deficit financing; Endowment funds; Annual appeals or membership contributions; Conferences, field trips, travel or recognition events; The Foundation does not support religious organizations for religious purposes. However, WCCF does support non-religious programs like hunger centers, job training or childcare. For more information, visit WCCF.

The City of Fishers is excited to announce the 2024 Neighborhood Vibrancy Grant. Donor Name: City of Fishers State: Indiana City: Fishers Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of this grant is to provide funding for creative and innovative ideas that make the community a more beautiful place to live, and that will impact the lives of the community at large in a smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial manner. Grant highlights: The Neighborhood Vibrancy Grant is a matching grant Applicants must provide at least 20% of the total project cost The Grant is awarded quarterly in 2024 Grants are competitive and will not be awarded for recurring or maintenance items Funding Information Maximum amount to be awarded is $25,000. Uses of funds  Funding must be used towards costs of a project which involves design, construction, or installation. Ideas and example photos are provided here to kick start creativity! Priority is given to projects that will have the greatest visibility and positive effect on Fishers as a community. Projects located inside the public right-of-way are subject to additional review and approval. Below are ideas for preferred projects: Converting high maintenance common area lawns to no-mow native plantings Installation of shoreline plantings, water aeration, or rain gardens near Detention/Retention Ponds (White River Alliance Resource) Monarch Butterfly Waystation and/or Wildlife Habitat Corridors Neighborhood Community Gardens Environmental & Agricultural Common Area Trail Repairs & Improvements Park Improvement such as Picnic Shelters, Benches, Planters, Mini-Libraries, or Accessible Playground Equipment Connected two or more Neighborhood Walking Trails Installation of Solar Lights or other renewable energy projects Improved Pedestrian Connectivity or Tactical Urbanism. Eligible Applicants  Neighborhoods groups and HOAs within Fishers City Limits. For more information, visit City of Fishers.

The Excellence in Education Fund (EIE Fund) is now accepting grant applications for the 2024 cycle, aimed at supporting programs that promote workforce development and drive economic growth within Kent County. Donor Name: CenDel Foundation State: Delaware County: Kent County (DE) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Excellence in Education was created in 2019 through a generous contribution by –Statewide Workforce Development, as well as support of members of the Kent Economic Partnership, Greater Kent Committee, Delaware State News and the Kent County community. The Fund’s assets are managed by the Cendel Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and are administered by the Excellence in Education Advisory Board. EIE Fund invites public institutions, nonprofits, and civic/community organizations to submit their proposals. The Excellence in Education is interested in: Enhancing the workforce throughout the region: This includes quality and impact of the program. How many will be impacted? What is the duration of the program? Educating and broadening perspectives: What is the educational component to the program? How many will be impacted? What will those impacted learn? Economic and Community Development: Will this program serve or create a special skill set? Will this program generate some measurable economic impact? Will this promote employment opportunities in Kent County or possible relocation? Clarity of Application – The panel reviews dozens of applications each year. Applications which do not clearly outline the program, answer the questions, or are difficult to score may not be considered. Objectives and Outcomes – Does this program provide strong evidence to support achievement of stated goals? Funding Information The EIE fund will award up to $50,000 to eligible institutions and organizations. These include entities focused on educating and training individuals to fulfill the demands of present and future businesses in Kent County. Eligibility Requirements Must be a public institution or 501c3 organization with proper IRS documentation. Grant requests must be submitted on a 2024 Excellence in Education application form. For more information, visit CenDel Foundation.

ArtsFairfax Project Support Grants serve both arts organizations and individual artists with funding to support projects that engage Fairfax County residents. Donor Name: ArtsFairfax State: Virginia County: Fairfax County (VA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The purpose of the Project Support Grants Program is to encourage the development and advancement of the arts in Fairfax County while serving the artistic and cultural needs of Fairfax County residents. Goals Through the Project Support Grant Program, ArtsFairfax seeks to: Provide support for established arts organizations and the development of new organizations. Promote opportunities for individual artists and arts organizations of all disciplines to create, present, and celebrate their artistic endeavors. Be a catalyst for increased private sector support for arts organizations through leveraged public funding. Encourage wide participation in the arts through diverse cultural programming available to all residents of Fairfax County. Funding Categories Project Support Grants are non-recurring grants used to support eligible nonprofit arts organizations, both established and developing, in providing activities that engage new audiences in the arts and contribute to the vibrancy and quality of life in Fairfax County. Applicants may request $1000-$30,000. These grants will not fund operating expenses. Finally, these grants encourage wide participation in the arts through diverse cultural programming available to all residents of Fairfax County. Project Support grants support activities that would not normally be part of your organization’s usual activities. For example, if your organization provides after-school arts instruction, then Project Support funding could support the design and implementation of a new class offering that has not been offered before. If your organization occasionally hosts a guest artist, then Project Support funding could support bringing an artist who might normally be financially out of reach. This funding is not intended to support ongoing activities that your organization does on a regular basis as part of your mission. You do not have to create a program that is brand new to your organization; however, for existing programs, your proposal should explain how the funding would enhance or expand the scope of your program offerings. There are four grant subcategories within the Project Support Grant Program. An organization can submit one grant application in a single subcategory. The grant subcategories are: Arts in Education Arts in Education projects provide high-impact art experiences. Projects may take place in schools, after-school programs, or nonprofit agencies such as art centers, social service agencies, and parks and recreation facilities that provide services to youth and/or adults. Projects can support artist’s fees and travel, space rental, transportation, advertising, publicity, scripts, costumes, sets, props, music, art supplies, and equipment rental or purchase Opportunity Opportunity projects provide the resources to allow an organization to take advantage of an atypical or out of the ordinary opportunity that otherwise would be out of reach. Opportunity projects should further the growth and development of the applicant organization or engage audiences in new arts experiences. Projects can support performances by guest artists, activities, or infrastructure enhancements including programs, exhibitions, and performances for diverse populations (gender, ethnicity, age, people of all abilities sexual orientation) and/or in underserved areas of the county Partnerships with Individual Artists, Artist Teams/Cooperatives, non-501(c)(3) Arts Groups Partnerships support a partnership between an arts organization and an artist, artist teams/cooperatives, and non-501(c)(3) Arts Groups. The nonprofit arts organization must serve as the applicant. Projects can support the production of public art, performances, exhibitions, workshops, commissions, arts in education projects, and culturally unique projects that directly benefit artistic development and recognition Arts Access Arts Access projects strengthen arts engagement and allocation of resources to underserved and economically disadvantaged communities and districts. These projects provide arts programming and reduce the costs of or distance to high quality arts experiences (productions, presentations, exhibitions, learning) in communities where limited arts access has been documented. Arts and cultural organizations located in these communities as well as organizations from throughout the county and cities of Fairfax and Falls Church may apply. Applicants from outside the target District must work with at least one community-based partner to promote sustainable change. Funding Information Project Support Grant Program grants range from $1,000 to $30,000. Grant Period 2 years Eligibility Criteria An organization is eligible to apply to the Project Support Grant Program if: It has as a core mission the creation, exhibition, presentation, production, or performance of and/or  education in an arts discipline and is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with current or pending status. It has regular activity in a minimum of four different months in the year or 120 days of the year It presents at least 51% of public arts activities within the geographical boundaries of Fairfax County, the  City of Fairfax, or the City of Falls Church The organization must have an address of record within the geographical boundaries of Fairfax County,  the City of Fairfax, or the City of Falls Church and satisfy ONE of the following three criteria for at least  one year: Meet, rehearse, exhibit, and operate within the geographical boundary of Fairfax County, the  City of Fairfax, or the City of Falls Church Have 51% of board of directors’ members work or reside in Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax, or  the City of Falls Church Verify that 51% of attendees at performances, exhibits, events, and activities reside in Fairfax  County, the City of Fairfax, or the City of Falls Church evidenced through acceptable statistical. An eligible organization must: Be in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws; and If an organization does not hold 501(c)(3) status in its own right, a fiscal sponsor that holds 501(c)(3) status may apply on its behalf. The fiscal sponsor must manage all grant funds and ensure compliance with the terms of the grant if an award is made An organization must have independently prepared financial statements such as an audit or a treasurer’s report (audit required for organizations with expenses of $750,000 and above). The applicant must have submitted all required final reports for any grants received from ArtsFairfax during the previous fiscal year The applicant must maintain an ArtsFairfax Directory listing and list activities on ArtsFairfax events calendar. For more information, visit ArtsFairfax.

The City of Bloomington invites nonprofit organizations to apply for funding to support their efforts to bridge the digital divide and increase digital resources for residents. Donor Name: City of Bloomington State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: More than 10 Years Details: Bloomington’s Digital Equity Grants program, now in its fourth year, began as part of the Recover Forward initiative to help Bloomington recover from the pandemic and economic collapse, and advance racial, economic, and climate justice. Beginning in 2022, the award funds have become a regular part of the Information & Technology Services Department’s annual general fund budget. Since 2020, the City’s Digital Equity Grant Program has awarded more than $190,000 to local nonprofits.  The Digital Equity Grants program will accept proposals from nonprofits for projects that build capacity in the community to address digital equity challenges by:  Facilitating access to broadband service, especially affordable options. Increasing access to computing devices to effectively use the internet. Cultivating the knowledge, familiarity and digital skills needed to secure the benefits of the internet and computers. Improving skills needed to use the internet safely, securely and confidently to engage in digital life. Mitigating community digital equity gaps identified in the City’s digital equity survey. Aligning with initiatives recommended in the city’s Digital Equity Strategic Plan. Funding Information The Digital Equity Grants program will award $50,000 in funds to Bloomington-based nonprofits. Eligibility Criteria  Any Bloomington-based non-profit organization (or governmental organization) is eligible to apply. The organization must provide proof of 501(c)(3) status in their application materials. For more information, visit City of Bloomington.

Continuous Improvement Grants of up to $25,000 will focus on the three amplified areas in the Foundation’ vision statement by which all Spartanburg County residents can reach their human potential quality of life, educational achievement, and economic mobility. Donor Name: Spartanburg County Foundation State: South Carolina County: Spartanburg County (SC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Focus Areas Quality of Life This area addresses opportunities to improve the overall well-being of Spartanburg County residents through access to community and cultural programs, activities, and green spaces; improvement of physical and mental health with cultural competence; and access to resources that provide household stability. Examples of these opportunities may include, but are not limited to: Community/cultural programs, physical activities that strengthen health and well-being, outdoor spaces accessible to the community Care for uninsured adults and children, Spanish speaking staff, programs to address mental health needs for diverse populations Mobile food markets, rent/mortgaging assistance, utility assistance, home repairs Educational Achievement This area is focused on reducing barriers to academic success and improving the educational achievement of Spartanburg County residents through supportive services and programs for K-12 students, access to post-secondary education and careers, and opportunities for return-to-learn adults. Examples of these opportunities may include, but are not limited to: Mentoring, out-of-school-time programs, summer learning/learning loss prevention Internships, programs for first-year college students GED completion, internet access, books and other academic materials Economic Mobility This area is focused on improving the potential for upward economic mobility in the Spartanburg County community through increased ability for financial self-sufficiency, opportunities for asset building, and access to affordable and reliable transportation. Examples of these opportunities may include, but are not limited to: Job training/certification, job search/placement, financial coaching Small/minority business development, home ownership assistance programs Supplements for transportation costs, transportation programs for rural areas, ride sharing Project Period Grants from the Spartanburg County Foundation are for a period of one year. Eligibility Criteria The Spartanburg County Foundation only considers organizations and institutions that are recognized as 501(c)(3) nonprofit and/or tax-exempt entities providing services to residents of Spartanburg County, South Carolina. Institutions and organizations located outside of Spartanburg County may be eligible for funding; however, funding is restricted to benefit Spartanburg County residents only. Organizations that serve multiple counties must clearly show impact in Spartanburg County and that the funds will remain in Spartanburg County. Organizations must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal non-discrimination laws and policies. The Spartanburg County Foundation seeks to support organizations who can demonstrate the following: Alignment with the Foundation’s mission and vision. Services that help Spartanburg County residents achieve their human potential. Data-informed responses to one or more of the three Continuous Improvement areas (Quality of Life, Educational Achievement, & Economic Mobility). Comprehensive measurement and evaluation tools that track organizational and programmatic outcomes. Potential to leverage funding from multiple sources. For more information, visit SPCF.

The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is offering a Starter Fund Grant Program, ranging from $5,000 to $25,000, for small community organizations and groups focusing on advancing an equitable and sustainable local food system within Seattle, with eligible activities including food justice initiatives, community organizing, food-related job training, and more.

The Northeast Dutchess Fund's NEDCorps initiative offers grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to nonprofits, municipalities, and community organizations in northeast Dutchess County, New York, to develop or expand services for the immigrant community, with a total of $35,000 available for distribution.

The Black Hills Area Community Foundation is excited to announce its Summer Capacity Building Grant. Donor Name: Black Hills Area Community Foundation State: South Dakota County: Butte County (SD), Custer County (SD), Fall River County (SD), Lawrence County (SD), Meade County (SD), Oglala Lakota County (SD), Pennington County (SD) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The grants address capacity building needs to strengthen an organization’s effectiveness, sustainability or efficiency. Funding Area Capacity Building Funding Information The maximum grant amount is $5,000. Grant Period  1-year. Eligible projects Measurements and Evaluation Partnership Development Strategic Planning Board Engagement/Development Marketing and Donor Engagement Technology Needs and Technical Support Staff Development/Retention Eligibility Criteria Applicants must be an IRS 501(c)(3) public charity, school, government entity or religious organization. Requested support must be for organizations or activities that take place within the following counties: Oglala Lakota, Fall River, Custer, Pennington, Meade, Lawrence, and Butte counties. Ineligible projects: Grants will not be awarded to support religious activity, political activity, fundraisers or benefits, debt retirement or organizations working to primarily influence legislation. Supported organizations and activities may not discriminate against any individual or group based on race, gender, gender expression, age, disability, religion, ethnic or national origin, or otherwise legally protected groups. Organizations that are fiscally sponsored by BHACF can’t apply for grants through BHACF. Funding for multi-year projects. Funding can’t be used for reimbursement of any expenses incurred prior to the grant notification date. Capital campaigns. For more information, visit BHACF.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and informal arts and culture groups for public arts and culture events and programs in Georgetown.

The NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Treatment Grant is an opportunity under the NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Grant Program partnership between the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and Greater Hudson Heritage Network (GHHN) that provides funds for treatment procedures to aid in stabilizing and preserving objects held in collections of museums, historical, and cultural organizations in New York State. Donor Name: Greater Hudson Heritage Network State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/03/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The work must be performed by, or under direct supervision of, a professional conservator. Additional funding from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation supports projects from Long Island and New York City. Funding Priorities The NYSCA/GHHN CONSERVATION TREATMENT GRANT embraces the widest spectrum of cultural expression and artistic pluralism and encourages organizations to demonstrate a holistic and comprehensive DEIA (diversity, equity, inclusion, and access) commitment. They believe the objects an organization choose to conserve tells a story of what is valued. The funding priorities value objects and stories that tell a more inclusive narrative of New York State. Therefore: The NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Treatment Grant will consider all eligible 3D objects for conservation, however they encourage requests for support of objects involving historically marginalized and underrepresented communities.  For the purposes of this grant, historically marginalized and underrepresented communities may include: African American/Caribbean, Latino/Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, Native American/Indigenous; LGBTQIA and people with disabilities. Additionally, objects that interpret the stories of New York State are strongly encouraged for conservation. Funding Information Individual grant awards will not exceed $7,500. No match is required. Uses of funds  Support is available for conservation treatment of paintings, works on paper (including individual drawings, watercolors, prints or photographs), textiles (including costumes, domestic textiles, and upholstery), furniture, frames, sculpture, historical, ethnographic, and decorative objects. Frames are an integral part of a painting and applicants must address frame condition and treatment when applying for painting conservation. Support is also available for treatment costs for supports, stands, and mounts that are integral to the treatment of the object. Grants will support in-state transportation costs for the objects and/or the conservators, and the cost of insurance for the work(s) to be treated. Requests for treatment of outdoor sculpture must include the description of an​ on-going maintenance program already in existence, or one to be implemented, at your institution. An engineer’s report may be required for some sculptures. Eligibility Criteria  Any nonprofit organization including museums, historical organizations or other cultural institutions incorporated in or registered to do business in New York State, that own, care for and exhibit collections to the public may apply. Proof of non-profit status may be requested. Applicant organizations must not have in-house conservation staff with expertise in the area for which support is requested. Projects must be performed by, or under the director supervision of a professional conservator. Applicant organizations must be open to the public; by appointment only does not suffice. Organizations may submit only one request, which may involve a single object or a group of related objects, all owned by the applicant institution. Collections owned by state agencies and religious institutions are ineligible for grant support. Federal and municipal museums and historic sites who are interested in applying must contact the Conservation Treatment Grant administrator to discuss eligibility. Eligible institutions of all sizes are welcome to request support from this   state-wide program; those with small budgets are encouraged to apply. If granted, funds from this program shall adhere to New York State Education Law Section 3.27, Rules of the Board of Regents regardless of whether the applicant is a museum or not For more information, visit GHHN.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, to develop innovative projects that enhance community engagement in the arts, particularly for underserved populations.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the Berkshire Taconic region for innovative projects that improve environmental quality and promote community health, with a focus on engaging at-risk and low-income youth.

The Public Art for Neighborhoods program, administered by the Indy Arts Council, offers grants ranging from $1000 to $10,000 for individual artists or neighborhood-based organizations in Indianapolis to fund arts and cultural activities, public art projects, or arts collaborations with community initiatives, with the aim of enhancing local neighborhoods.

The City of Greenbelt is seeking applications for its ARPA Nonprofit Recovery Grant. Donor Name: City of Greenbelt State: Maryland City: Greenbelt Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of Greenbelt has begun accepting applications from eligible nonprofit organizations for a one time “recovery” grant made possible through the allocation of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Qualified nonprofits will be eligible to apply for grants up to $25,000, as allowed by ARPA, to address negative impacts caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Priority will be given to programs supporting one or more of the following areas: Advances education and science Serves the underprivileged Defends human and civil rights Benefits Veterans Helps combat community deterioration Arts & Culture Youth Development Needs Senior Support/Aging in Place Natural Resources and Conservation Racial Equity & Racial Justice Human Services Marginalized members of the community. Eligible Use of Funds You may request funds to address revenue reductions and/or operating expenses to include: Programming & projects specific to one of the priority areas Events to benefit Greenbelt residents Broadband Infrastructure Rental and utility assistance Purchase of equipment Digital advertising/website/e-commerce creation and maintenance Technology Contracted services Insurance Program expenses Program supplies COVID-19 related expenses for which replacement is critical to the nonprofit’s continuity of operations Payroll assistance. Who is eligible for the grant? Nonprofit organizations who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for a Nonprofit “Recovery” Grant: Must serve Greenbelt residents (preference will be given to Nonprofits located in the City of Greenbelt). Have a 501(c)(3) status or operate under the fiscal sponsorship of a tax-exempt nonprofit. Have a 501 (c) 19 status. Be registered as a Maryland non-profit organization with the State of Maryland. Is in good standing with the IRS, The Maryland Secretary of State’s charitable division, and the Department of Assessment and Taxation’s Maryland Personal Property tax division. Must have a minimum two-year operating history at the time the application is submitted. Must have a Board of Directors with representation from the community. Was in existence prior to or established during the period of March 1, 2020 to March 30, 2022. Is able to demonstrate continuity of operations to sustain programming/projects/services. Must have a minimum annual operating budget of $25,000, as reflected in the most recent tax return or 990. Has demonstrated an economic need for funding resulting from revenue gaps/shortfalls and/or expenses as a result of COVID-19, or during the period of the coronavirus emergency. For more information, visit City of Greenbelt.

The Cambridge Small Business E-Commerce Grant is a special grant program providing relief to local businesses heavily impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Donor Name: City of Cambridge State: Massachusetts City: Cambridge Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of this grant is to help local Cambridge businesses remain competitive as there was an increase in customer online ordering and shopping due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. Funding Information Cambridge businesses may be eligible to receive up to $4,000 for e-commerce, software, and/or point of sale systems. Eligibility Criteria If your answer to most of these questions is  “yes,”  you could be eligible for this grant: Is your current non-franchise business located and operating in Cambridge, MA? Do you have 25 or fewer full-time employees including yourself? Did you open your business on or before March 3, 2021? Is your business still in operation? Can you provide business tax returns or profit and loss statements that your business loss sales/revenue between 2019 (pre-COVID-19 pandemic) or 2020 and 2021? Does your business need a website? Did your business not have a website prior to March 2021? Do you need an e-commerce or online ordering or booking system for your business or your current website? Do you need a new point-of-sale, scheduling, or register system that can connect to your website? Did you upgrade your business point-of sale system (including software), develop a website, or did you add e-commerce to your website after March 3, 2021? Do you have the paperwork to prove you made these upgrades? Do you need training to make sure you can update your e-commerce website on your own? Can you complete your website, e-commerce, and/or point of sale system improvements by December 31, 2024? Businesses NOT eligible for this grant:  Businesses not located in Cambridge, MA Cambridge businesses that recently closed Cambridge businesses that have signed a lease, opened, or started on or before April 2021. Businesses must be in operation prior to April 2021. Cambridge businesses that cannot provide taxes or sales documents that show a loss of sales/revenues from 2019 and 2021 Businesses not currently compliant with all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to zoning, licensing, and permits Although cannabis businesses are permitted in the City of Cambridge, the use and possession of cannabis is illegal under federal law for any purpose. Since this is a federally-funded program, cannabis businesses are not eligible for the program Businesses that received a City-ARPA Grant (such as the Restaurant-Nightlife Relief Grant or Small Business Relief Grant) and have not provided proof of use for those grants to City staff. For more information, visit City of Cambridge.

The Community Services Agency Partnership Grant program was initiated by the Board of County Commissioners to address human service needs in Seminole County. Donor Name: Seminole County State: Florida County: Seminole County (FL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/27/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Seminole County has an extensive history of partnership with local non-profit agencies to benefit and improve the quality of life for residents. The CSA program collaborates with community organizations in assisting residents with specific needs in the County. The program provides grant funds to qualified non-profit organizations that meet federal and state tax exemption requirements and have been in existence for a minimum of three years. Agencies must provide services to benefit and improve the quality of life for Seminole County. CSA funded programs must assist residents of Seminole County Priority will be given to projects or programs providing a direct service identified as a top need in the 2024 Community Needs Assessment. The top needs have been identified as the following Childcare Utility Assistance Mental Health Services Rental Subsidy/Assistance Homeless Services Housing for Homeless Families Food Transitional Housing Eligibility Criteria Only the applications meeting the following criteria will be considered: The nonprofit agency is chartered or otherwise authorized to do business in the State of Florida for charitable purposes and exempted from the Federal income tax by the Internal Revenue Service 501(c)(3) for a minimum of three years. The purposes for which the nonprofit agency is organized provides benefits to Seminole County residents. The services or activities to be provided by the nonprofit agency, and funded with County funds, shall address community needs. Agencies providing services identified in the Community Needs Assessment will receive priority funding. The nonprofit agency shall have a governing board whose members serve without compensation and have no conflict of interest between their regular occupations and the services provided by the nonprofit. The nonprofit agency has bylaws or policies which describe the manner in which business is conducted, including management, audit, and fiscal policies and procedures, polices on nepotism, and policies on management of potential conflict of interest. The nonprofit has at least one year’s experience providing the service or activity for which the funds are requested or can otherwise demonstrate to the satisfaction of the County sufficient expertise to successfully carry out the service or activity. The nonprofit must be licensed and accredited in accordance with applicable requirements of Federal, State and County laws. The nonprofit agency may not use a funding agency or other third-party arrangement to meet program requirements for eligibility. Awarded funding cannot make up more than twenty-five (25) percent of an agency expenditures based on the prior year’s IRS 990 form. If the request exceeds twenty-five (25) percent, agency may still be funded, however, maximum award will not exceed the twenty-five (25) percent. Nonprofit must provide the previous year’s fundraising plan and a statement on future fundraising efforts. Only one application per agency will be considered. Grants will be made only to nonprofit agencies whose programs and activities benefit the residents of Seminole County. Capital improvement, construction projects, property or home purchases are ineligible. Administrative expenses are ineligible. Administrative expenses are defined as costs associated with overall program management, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation. Costs include purchase of equipment, insurance, office supplies, leasing/utilities, supervision of program staff and administrative staff salaries, etc. For more information, visit Seminole County.

The CZI Community Fund supports nonprofit organizations that are helping create a more socially, economically, and just San Mateo County. Donor Name: Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) State: California County: San Mateo County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The CZI Community Fund supports non-profit organizations across San Mateo County that are increasing access to the building blocks of social and economic well-being — like housing, healthcare, education, job and career skills, and supporting civic engagement — so people have the power to shape their lives and communities. Now in its eighth grantmaking cycle, the Community Fund supports organizations that are increasing access to the building blocks of social and economic well-being, like housing, healthcare, education, job and career skills, and other social supports, and galvanizing community voices so people have the power to shape their lives and communities. Community Fund partners are ensuring access to the building blocks of social and economic well-being for all, including low-income households, people of color, immigrants regardless of documentation status, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and other communities impacted by systemic inequities. Organizations working in San Mateo County are eligible for the Community Fund. Primary Focus Areas Arts and Culture Basic Needs Criminal/Juvenile Justice Education Environment/ Climate Food Security Homelessness Housing Immigration Mental Health/Health Care Safety/Security Transportation Workforce Development Youth Development Funding Information Selected organizations will join the Community Fund grant partner cohort, and will receive a two-year unrestricted or project grant of up to $200,000, and the opportunity to participate in a capacity building program to support leadership and organizational development. Eligibility Requirements Organizations interested in funding through the CZI Community Fund must meet the following criteria: Tax Status: Organizations must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; have a valid fiscal agent or sponsor that is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Grantee Status: Organizations and sponsored projects from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative that end on or before December 31, 2024, are eligible to apply for funding from the CZI Community Fund. Organizations with grants from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative that extend beyond December 31, 2024, are not eligible to apply for funding from the CZI Community Fund Local School Districts and School Foundations: CZI supports local school districts and school foundations in various ways, but not through the CZI Community Fund. They do accept applications from organizations working in, or collaborating with local school districts. For more information, visit CZI.

The Arts Council of Greater New Haven (ACGNH) is excited to announce the West Haven ARPA Grant. Donor Name: Arts Council of Greater New Haven State: Connecticut City: West Haven Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/29/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: With the release of $116,250 of ARPA funds from the City of West Haven, The Arts Council of Greater New Haven (ACGNH) is proud to announce the rapid release of funds to stimulate arts + culture activity in West Haven, CT this summer. Alongside the partners at ArtsWest CT, they are working to distribute microgrants of $2,500-10,000 each to artists, arts organizations, and creative businesses in West Haven. Given the rapid nature of this funding process, feasibility is one of the most important criteria for the panelists reviewing your application. They strongly encourage applicants to consider proposals that are easy to execute in the project period such as equipment purchases, GOS expenses (rent, subscriptions, etc.), artistic commissions, or offsetting costs of previously planned activities within the project period. Applicants should not submit applications for new projects or events that would need to be conceived, organized, and produced within the 2-month timeframe. Uses of funds  Because of the emphasis on feasibility, applicants are encouraged to submit proposals for projects that fall into the following categories. If you have an alternative idea to what they have proposed, please ask us in advance! General Operating Support (GOS): rent expenses, equipment purchases/rentals, subscriptions (web hosting, memberships, etc.), printing/mailing, contract labor (graphic designers, consultants, etc.). Project Support: physical materials, ground transportation, commissions, contract labor (performers, consultants, designers, etc.), advertising, venue rental, etc. Expenses can NOT include salaried employees paid via payroll (W-2 employees). PLEASE NOTE that if you receive this grant you will receive a 1099 and be responsible for paying income tax required by the law. Eligibility Criteria  Location: Applicants should EITHER be based in West Haven (e.g. individuals residing, or businesses registered, in West Haven) OR proposing a project that directly serves the West Haven community (e.g. commissioning a West Haven artist or renting space in West Haven for your next event). Age: Applicants must be over the age of 18 (if applying as individuals). Organizations/collectives applying must have a representative to receive the funds who is over the age of 18. Arts + Culture Focus: While they do believe in an expansive definition for arts and cultural–and encourage creative folks of all disciplines to apply for the microgrants–the applicant should demonstrate that the funds will be used in ways to clearly engage in artistic, historical, and/or culturally-specific activities. Applicants who submit proposals focused on other disciplines with an “add-on” artistic element will not be eligible for funding. Evaluation Criteria  The following are the criteria by which the review panel will evaluate, score, and award these microgrants. The questions are meant to guide your understanding of what they mean by each criteria, but are not the only ways to understand these values. Feasibility: Do you have the relationships and resources necessary to complete the proposal in the project period (July – August, 2024)? Equity + Inclusion: How does the proposal incorporate, serve, and/or support the historically marginalized residents of West Haven–especially the disabled folks, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, and individuals of the global majority (BIPOC)? When applicable, does the application reflect equitable compensation levels for artists and administrators? Community: What community (or, communities) does the applicant serve within West Haven? How will this proposal activate, elevate, and/or support residents of West Haven? What partnerships will this project foster? For more information, visit ACGNH.

Nonprofit Effectiveness Grants of up to $10,000 are focused on strengthening the internal capacity or infrastructure of community-based organizations throughout Spartanburg County. Donor Name: Spartanburg County Foundation State: South Carolina County: Spartanburg County (SC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  06/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Nonprofit Effectiveness grants are designed to grow organizational capacity. Some examples of capacity building grants are increasing effectiveness in board governance, financial management, fundraising, partnering & collaboration, strategic communications, succession planning, and/or evaluation. It is encouraged, but not required, that organizations applying for funding complete the Nonprofit Capacity Building Assessment if applicable. Project Period Grants from the Spartanburg County Foundation are for a period of one year. Eligibility Criteria The Spartanburg County Foundation only considers organizations and institutions that are recognized as 501(c)(3) nonprofit and/or tax-exempt entities providing services to residents of Spartanburg County, South Carolina. Institutions and organizations located outside of Spartanburg County may be eligible for funding; however, funding is restricted to benefit Spartanburg County residents only. Organizations that serve multiple counties must clearly show impact in Spartanburg County and that the funds will remain in Spartanburg County. Organizations must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal non-discrimination laws and policies. The Spartanburg County Foundation seeks to support organizations who can demonstrate the following: Alignment with the Foundation’s mission and vision. Services that help Spartanburg County residents achieve their human potential. Data-informed responses to one or more of the three Continuous Improvement areas (Quality of Life, Educational Achievement, & Economic Mobility). Comprehensive measurement and evaluation tools that track organizational and programmatic outcomes. Potential to leverage funding from multiple sources The Spartanburg County Foundation does not Generally Provide Funding for: Organizations that have been operating for less than one year.  Annual fund campaigns. Endowments. Film projects. Publication of books or reports. Fundraising events, celebrations, or dinners. Other grantmaking institutions. The Spartanburg County Foundation does not Provide Funding for: Lobbying activities, political organizations, or candidates for public offices. Individual projects. Organizations that require membership in certain religions, require participation in a religious activity, or advance a particular religious faith. (Faith-based organizations with a 501(c)3 status may be eligible if they welcome and serve all members of the community regardless of religious belief.) Research that is of a non-community nature or that does not have promise of near-term benefits to the citizens of Spartanburg County. Debt reductions, deficits, or previous obligations. Retroactive expenses/activities. For more information, visit SPCF.