Grants for County governments - Private

This grant provides funding to municipalities and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania to enhance community engagement and develop local parks and recreational opportunities, particularly in under-resourced areas.

Mini-Grants for Community Impact are offered to bolster local initiatives in Choctaw, Lowndes, Noxubee, Oktibbeha, Webster, and/or Winston Counties. Donor Name: United Way of the Golden Triangle Region State: Mississippi County: Choctaw County (MS), Lowndes County (MS), Noxubee County (MS), Oktibbeha County (MS), Webster County (MS), Winston County (MS) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This application welcomes registered 501(c)3 non-profits, organizations, businesses, programs, or community groups committed to advancing Education, Health, Financial Stability, Children/Family, and/or Disaster relief in this region. This agreement is based on the mutual beliefs of both the United Way of the Golden Triangle Region and the participating organization that: The goal of meeting the human needs of the people of Choctaw, Lowndes, Noxubee, Oktibbeha, Webster, and Winston Counties demands the united efforts of all segments of the commuity. Human services planning, community-wide fundraising and the allocation of funds based upon citizens’ review of services are the most effective and efficient means of meeting the human needs of the community. Clear understanding and mutual acceptance of the respective roles of the United Way of the Golden Triangle Region and the participating organization are essential to their joint effort to meet the human needs of the aforementioned counties. Funding Information The awarded amount ranges from $500 to $1,500, with a maximum of $1,500 per entity (non-profit, organization, program, business, or community group). For more information, visit United Way of the Golden Triangle Region.

The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) is currently accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Creative Sector Flex Fund (CSFF). Donor Name: Pennsylvania Council on the Arts State: Pennsylvania County: Carbon County (PA), Lehigh County (PA), Monroe County (PA), Northampton County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/24/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Creative Sector Flex Fund provides support to eligible applicants that provide consistent annual levels of artistic programming and/or arts services in Pennsylvania. One application per applicant per year may be submitted. Eligible uses of funds are flexible, including the support of applicants’ administrative, programmatic, and project-related expenses.  Depending on the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts’ (PCA) budget and availability of funds, grant amounts will be $5,000 per applicant.  Annual grants are not guaranteed. Project Period January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must:  Be a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation, or a unit of local government (counties, cities, boroughs, townships, and municipal authorities). Pre-K -12 public, private and parochial schools including all charter schools are NOT eligible. (K-12 schools should contact the Arts in Education Program of the PCA for other opportunities).  Be located in Pennsylvania, except for nonprofit, tax-exempt corporations acting as a fiscal sponsor on behalf of an unincorporated group or not-for-profit limited liability company (LLC) that is located in Pennsylvania.  Be registered with the Pennsylvania Bureau of Corporations, except for local governments and fiscal sponsors.  Have a history of at least TWO years of consistent arts programming in Pennsylvania. Have an annual average arts revenue of $10,000 to $200,000. An applicants revenue size by a two-year average is demonstrated by:  Arts Organization: most recent form 990 of the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service  Arts Program of Non-Arts Organization or whose 990 is a postcard: applicant’s board/committee approved, arts-specific program financial statement from the most recently completed TWO fiscal years.  The program financial statement must detail program revenue, including contributed and earned income and income realized from investments, as applicable, and expenses. In-kind is not included. For more information, visit PCA.

This grant provides funding to governmental entities and nonprofit organizations in North Carolina for projects that promote economic development, job creation, and workforce training, particularly in rural and tobacco-dependent communities.

The Public Art Learning Fund aims to strengthen the field of public art in New England by providing professional development support directly to artists. Donor Name: New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Through the Public Art Learning Fund, NEFA intends to foster the continued development of more equitable, inclusive, and vibrant public spaces and public life throughout New England. The Public Art Learning Fund aims to strengthen the public art field in the region by supporting artists in further developing the skills, resources, and connections they need to build a more vibrant and equitable community of practice in the region. Learning in partnership with grantees, NEFA strives to learn how we may be able to better support a more equitable and sustainable public art ecosystem throughout the region. Funding Priorities Public Art Learning Fund equips artists with skills, resources, and connections to strengthen public art practices that contribute to more equitable, inclusive, and vibrant public spaces and public life throughout New England. The Public Art Learning Fund gives priority to timely opportunities that are: Specifically expanding an artist’s public art practice. NEFA will look for clarity on desired learnings and application to artist’s public art practice. Equitably contributing to more just and inclusive public artmaking in the region. Artists at various stages in their public artmaking practice from urban, suburban, and rural communities across all six states in New England are welcome to apply. NEFA values diverse cultural and artistic expressions as essential to more equitable and vibrant public spaces and recognizes that some artists may experience barriers to accessing professional development opportunities due to race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, class, age, and geography. The Public Art Learning Fund intends to prioritize equity in funding opportunities. This may include but is not limited to prioritizing artists who self-identify as Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) and/or are rooted in rural communities. Funding Information The Public Art Learning Fund provides grants of $500 to $ 3000. For opportunities that take place January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Applicant must be an artist who resides full-time and makes work in one of the six New England States (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont) Applicant must be an artist whose artistic practice engages the public realm or who can demonstrate that they are in the process of expanding their artistic practice towards public artmaking Applicant must have a Creative Ground profile. Proposed professional development opportunity must: specifically relate to strengthening the applicant artist’s own public art practice take place during the grant period For more information, visit NEFA.

This funding opportunity provides financial support and resources to early-stage education leaders and entrepreneurs developing innovative public school models and educational solutions that promote equity and inclusivity for marginalized students.

The Golden LEAF Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Open Grants Program. Donor Name: Golden LEAF Foundation State: North Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/20/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Priority Areas This program is for economic development projects aligned with the Golden LEAF priority areas. Job Creation and Economic Investment Workforce Preparedness Agriculture The Golden LEAF Foundation is committed to using the funds entrusted to it for projects that show the most potential for strengthening North Carolina’s economy, especially in tobacco-dependent, economically distressed, and/or rural communities. Funding Information The Golden LEAF Board has indicated that most awards in the Open Grants Program will be for $200,000 or less. For projects that have certain characteristics, Golden LEAF will make awards of up to $500,000 from this program. Competitive Projects Competitive applications for projects include requests for funds to: Develop and implement a new workforce training program to meet demand from local employers Implement a career pathway at a high school for a high demand field Extend water, sewer, or road infrastructure to a site to enable industrial development that will create full-time jobs Support the development of new crops, expand markets for agriculture products, or provide training for farmers. Characteristics of Open Grants Projects Eligible for Funding of More Than $200,000 Golden LEAF expects that most grants in the Open Grants Program will be for $200,000 or less, and grants of more than $200,000 will be infrequent. To determine which projects will be eligible for consideration for an award of more than $200,000, Golden LEAF requires that the project include one or more of these characteristics: The applicant can clearly demonstrate and explain how the applicant would be able to achieve additional outcomes as a direct result of receiving more than $200,000 in funding, and the additional outcomes are commensurate with the additional funding. The project results from a planning process involving multiple organizations and members of the community that the project will serve, e.g., employers, and those organizations and individuals continue to be engaged in and will provide support to the project. The additional funding will build on a history of success and allow the applicant to scale a project to significantly increase the outcomes the project can achieve. The project is collaborative and includes some features that make the collaboration particularly compelling, such as the following characteristics: The collaboration is uncommon and includes innovative approaches. Golden LEAF funding will enable or encourage the collaboration. The project is regional, i.e., involves organizations in more than one county. A Golden LEAF award would leverage significant funding from other organizations, i.e., Golden LEAF is a small but important part of a larger project. The applicant has limited resources and has made efforts to secure funding from other sources. Implementing the project in phases would compromise its outcomes. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible applicants are governmental entities and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit Golden LEAF Foundation.

This program provides funding to public entities and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania for the design, construction, or improvement of public access facilities for non-motorized waterway recreation.

The Scanlan Foundation awards grants to Catholic religious, charitable and educational institutions in Texas. Donor Name: Scanlan Foundation State: Texas County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This culture of vocations will be foundational in all that they do as they move forward with making decisions, strategic giving, and forming relationships. This cornerstone supports four main mission-furthering pillars of funding:  Vocations To The Priesthood And Religious Life Goal- Increase The Number Of Men Answering Their Vocation To Join The Priesthood And Of Women Answering Their Vocation To Join Religious Life. Marriage & Holy Families Goal- Encourage Couples Discerning Marriage To Choose Sacramental Marriage And Be Well-Prepared For Their Upcoming Marriage. Goal –Strengthen And Bolster Existing Marriages For Their Important Role As The Domestic Church. Catholic Education Goal- Enhance Access To Catholic Education For Families Who Value The Faith-Based Educational Environment But Would Otherwise Be Unable To Afford The Tuition. Goal- Improve Teacher Faith-Formation. Goal- Develop Strong Campus Ministries. Evangelization & Discipleship Goal- Form Missionary Disciples, Especially On The College Campuses In Texas. Goal- Foster Personal Holiness And Promote Individual Faith Formation. Life & Human Dignity Goal- Assist The Poor, Sick, And Vulnerable. Goal-  Promote Faith-Based Therapy. Goal-  Strengthen The Culture Of Life. Criteria Scanlan Foundation can only make grants to expressly Catholic 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the State of Texas.  For more information, visit Scanlan Foundation.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to established organizations in the Philadelphia region that help individuals facing significant barriers to employment access quality job training and secure sustainable employment.

This grant provides funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and local government entities in Akron, Iowa, to support projects that enhance community quality of life in areas such as arts, education, health, and the environment.

This grant provides funding for local programs that improve health, wellness, and education for individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease, particularly focusing on underserved populations and their care partners.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to dairy farmers in the Northeast to improve their milk storage and handling systems, enhancing efficiency and food safety.

The Indiana Department of Health’s Maternal and Child Health Division seeks to fund community-based organizations, local health departments, hospitals, and not-for-profit organizations within the state of Indiana to implement evidence-based or promising practice programs focused on teen pregnancy prevention and positive youth development. Donor Name: Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) State: Indiana County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Foundation’s purpose of this request for applications (RFA) is to fund competitive grants for nonprofit organizations, local health departments, and health education entities within Indiana for the implementation of evidence-based pregnancy prevention programming. Programs should exclusively implement sexual risk avoidance education curricula to provide messaging to youth that normalizes voluntarily refraining from non-marital sexual activity while emphasizing the benefits associated with self-regulation, success sequencing, healthy relationships, and goal setting using a positive youth development framework. Applicants may also apply to implement the Teen Café Model in addition to an evidence-based curriculum. This funding is made available by the Family and Youth Services Bureau and the Indiana Department of Health, Maternal and Child Health Division (MCH) Intentional focus should be considered on groups which are most at-risk, such as youth in or aging out of foster care, youth in the care of the child welfare system, idle youth (those who are not currently working or in school), school dropouts, youth living in poverty, youth in juvenile centers, youth who are a part of traditionally underserved racial or ethnic groups, LGBTQIA+ youth, and runaway or homeless youth. Funding Areas Projects start Oct. 1, 2024 and end Sept. 30, 2026, contingent upon availability of federal funding. Priority Areas Applicants will be required to:  Provide an evidence-based or promising practice pregnancy prevention curricula program and, where appropriate, provide mentoring, counseling, and adult supervision to youth that encourages them to voluntarily refrain from sexual activity through a positive youth development approach Provide youth with skills needed to actively avoid risky behaviors and explain how alcohol and drug use increases vulnerability to risk  Teach young people the definition of “consent” and “active consent” while emphasizing the importance of respect for others and that only “yes” means “yes”  Teach the importance of attaining self-sufficiency before engaging in sexual activity Eligibility Criteria Applicant organization must: Be a non-profit organization (as defined by IRS tax determination), health department, hospital, school, or other health care-related entity Address all required priority areas (see below) Implement an evidence-based or promising-practice program Collaborate with traditional and nontraditional agencies or organizations  Comply with contractual and financial requirements as listed in the budget instructions For more information, visit IDOH.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, Tribal nations, school districts, and nonprofit organizations in Central Minnesota for projects that promote clean energy adoption and enhance community resilience against energy-related challenges.

The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation Grants is currently accepting applications for the 2024 CommunityWorks Grant Program. Donor Name: Heart of Illinois Community Foundation State: Illinois County: Macon County (IL), Moultrie County (IL), Piatt County (IL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The overall purpose of CommunityWorks is to provide a coordinated, systems-based approach toward the achievement of community aspirations. CommunityWorks invites proposals in the areas of workforce development, education and environmental sustainability. Purpose & Types of Projects Supported CommunityWorks invites proposals in the areas of workforce development, education and environmental sustainability. Funding Information $400,000 available. Funding range per grant: $10,000 to $100,000. Criteria Have 501(c) 3 status from the Internal Revenue Service or be a qualified charitable or government organization in Macon, Piatt, or Moultrie counties or Paris, IL. For more information, visit HICF.

ArcStone is proud to launch the Unleash the Good Grant program to support nonprofit organizations to enhance their online presence and achieve their mission through strategic web development services. Donor Name: ArcStone State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | In-Kind Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The current grant cycle is open to 501(c)3 tax-exempt organizations dedicated to protecting, preserving, and improving the Earth’s natural environment. Funding Information This in-kind grant provides services valued at $15,000 to selected organizations to empower them to create a compelling and impactful online platform. Services Included The grant project includes the following web development services: Website Discovery and Sitemap Accessible and Inclusive Design WordPress Development SEO Basics for Key Pages Limited Content Entry Project Management, Quality Assurance, Training, and Launch One year of free hosting. Eligible Organizations To be eligible for the Unleash the Good Grant, organizations must meet the following criteria: 501(c)3 Status: The organization holds a valid 501(c)3 tax-exempt status under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Environmental Impact: The organization actively works to protect, preserve, and improve the Earth’s natural environment. Web Design Needs: The organization has a clear vision of how web design services will enhance its online presence and further its mission. Agreement to Grant Terms: The organization agrees to comply with the terms and conditions outlined in the grant application. For more information, visit ArcStone.

Grant Opportunity: Colorado Springs Health Foundation Capacity-Building Funding Funder: Colorado Springs Health Foundation Award Details: The capacity-building funding opportunity offered by the Colorado Springs Health Foundation is designed to support organizations addressing health and well-being in El Paso and Teller Counties, Colorado. The mini-grants available through this program have a maximum amount of $5,000. The funding can be used for various capacity-building activities such as strategic planning, evaluation, board development, staff training, communication consulting, equity and inclusion coaching, and technology upgrades. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and grant award decisions are expected within one month of submission. Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations, startups, researchers, local governments, small businesses, and other types of organizations operating in El Paso and/or Teller Counties in Colorado are eligible to apply for the capacity-building funding opportunity. Applicants must ensure that their projects align with one of the five funding focus areas identified by the foundation. For-profit organizations and individuals are not eligible for this grant. Grant Opportunity: Colorado Springs Health Foundation General Operating, Program/Project or Capital Funding Funder: Colorado Springs Health Foundation Award Details: The general operating, program/project or capital funding opportunity provided by the Colorado Springs Health Foundation supports initiatives that align with their mission and four funding focus areas. These areas include expanding access to healthcare for those in need; preventing suicide; preventing or healing trauma; and cultivating healthy environments in underserved communities through efforts such as promoting physical activity, increasing access to healthy food, and providing affordable housing. Grant sizes vary significantly depending on the project's scope and budget. Multiyear grants are considered for new approaches to community needs but not for ongoing operations or capital requests. Eligibility: Eligible applicants include tax-exempt organizations (501(c)3), organizations operating under fiscal agency of a tax-exempt organization, and tax-supported entities like schools or local/state governments. The applicant organizations must serve El Paso and/or Teller Counties in Colorado.

The Disaster Response & Resilience Fund supports charitable organizations in Humboldt, Trinity, Del Norte, and Curry counties, as well as adjoining Tribal lands during current and future disasters, including fires, earthquakes, flooding, and other natural and man-made disasters. This fund is unable to support requests for individuals and families. During an active emergency, the fund prioritizes requests that are in response to the applicable disaster and requests that are addressing the immediate needs and safety of the most vulnerable.

Community Grants Summer Round grant applications (for projects beginning after August 1): The Community Foundation of Greene County's General Community Grants are funded through the Field of Interest Funds and discretionary funds such as The Good For Greene Fund and The Francis “Bob” Bradford Fund. These grants support projects aligning with the goals of specific funds, aimed at enhancing the quality of life in Greene County, Pennsylvania. Projects can span various sectors including animal welfare, environmental protection, arts and culture, community development, education, health, and human needs. The award for a Community Grant does not exceed $5,000. Applications are considered based on their potential impact, promotion of cooperation among agencies, and effectiveness in addressing community needs. Grant renewed every year. Grant Summer Annual deadline: June 1st