Private Income Security and Social Services Grants

The PeopleFund’s BIPOC Small Business Accelerator provides underserved entrepreneurs in Texas with the capital, education, and resources needed to support healthy business growth. Donor Name: PeopleFund State: Texas County: All Counties Type of Grant: Training or Mentorship Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Program participants commit to an orientation, a series of virtual training sessions, and assigned “homework”. Participants also receive access to technology and tools including LivePlan business planning software and an online curriculum for 6 months, expedited loan packaging and application support, and ongoing after-care provided by PeopleFund and the partners. Participants must apply, be admitted to the program, and qualify for a PeopleFund loan product. Funding Information A grant amount between $3,000 and a maximum of $5,000. Eligibility Criteria  To qualify for the BIPOC Small Business Accelerator, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be located in the state of Texas Participants must demonstrate at least one of the following three criteria: Their business is located in a low to moderate-income area OR That the address of the individual is in a low to moderate-income area OR That the household income of the participant is low to moderate-income Open to start-up and existing businesses Must be able to support a loan payment through available global cash flow Must meet credit and lending qualifications No bankruptcies within the last 5 years U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Not currently in active litigation Not currently past-due on federal obligations or are on a recovery plan Total collections, derogatory marks, and past due items cannot exceed 10% of the total loan amount up to $5,000 Not involved in felony-level criminal activity, crimes of moral turpitude, or financial Not engaged in any of the following industries: adult entertainment, gambling or gaming, real estate investments or housing projects, passive activity (rental), anything federally illegal, multi-level marketing, and nonprofit activities. Program Benefits Participants will have access to: Qualify for a PeopleFund loan product (dependent on approval) Connections to business and professional resources in the community Completion of a business plan, financial statements, and capital portfolio Access to tools and technology including LivePlan business planning software and the Verizon Digital Ready Program Curriculum guide within an online learning platform Ongoing support and aftercare through dedicated business coaching and mentorship Networking opportunities within the cohort. For more information, visit PeopleFund.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Choose Henry Fund-Community Grants. Donor Name: Henry County Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Henry County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Areas of Interest  As a community foundation, the Henry County Community Foundation addresses the broad needs in Henry County which include, but are not limited to, the following five categories: Health and Medical – to include the support of hospitals, rehabilitation centers, not-for- profit health and medical related programs including safety and wellness and recreational programs; Social Services – to include the support of human service organizations, programs for children and youth, and services to the aged; Education – to include support for programs in pre-school, elementary, secondary, and post-secondary education, scholarships, and special education programs; Cultural Affairs – to include the support of programs and facilities which are designed to establish a diversified county cultural program that offers widespread opportunities for participation and appreciation; and Civic Affairs – to include the support of programs and facilities related to criminal justice, community development, employment, citizens’ involvement, leadership training, and other community activities. Eligibility Criteria  The HCCF accepts grant applications from non-profit organizations serving Henry County that were selected through the letter of intent process. Grant Guidelines  That the Foundation’s grants program will strive to anticipate the changing needs of community and be flexible in responding to them; That it be change-oriented and problem-solving in nature with emphasis on project support rather than for ongoing general operating support; That it will focus on those types of grants which will have the greatest benefit per dollar granted; That it encourage the participation of other contributions by using matching challenges and other grant techniques; That, where possible, it closely relates and coordinates with the programs of other sources for funding such as the government, other foundations, and associations; That, where possible, it will induce grant recipients to achieve certain objectives such as becoming more efficient, increasing fund-raising capabilities, delivering better products, etc. Grant Evaluation Criteria  In reviewing grant proposals, the Henry County Community Foundation generally utilizes the following evaluation criteria: Is there an established need for the program or project for which the grant is requested? Is it appropriate for the Foundation to make a grant for the requested purpose, or are there other more compatible sources for potential funding? Does the Henry County Community Foundation have adequate resources to effectively respond to this need? Is it for the good of the community? For more information, visit HCCF.

The Dallas Foundation’s Summer Grant Cycle consists of disbursements from The Dallas Foundation’s Community Impact Fund, which focuses on the strategic priorities to ensure a Strong & Healthy Start and Community & Economic Resilience, as well as several Field of Interest Funds, which are endowed funds customized to align with a donor’s interest in a specific cause. Donor Name: The Dallas Foundation State: Texas County: Dallas County (TX) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/16/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas  The Summer Grant Cycle is open to proposals from nonprofit organizations working in Dallas County and focused on the following areas: Strong & Healthy Start Support for projects that build a strong & healthy start for children with an emphasis on prenatal to three care, family homelessness, and child and youth mental health. Critical Needs Support to provide the necessities of life, including food, clothing, emergency and transitional shelter, and healthcare to children and families who are low-income, indigent, homeless, or ill. Community & Economic Resilience Support for education & workforce development, including Pre-K12, out of school time programs, and post-secondary access; Support for economic empowerment, including entrepreneurship and employment; and Support for housing and neighborhood infrastructure, including affordable housing and property support, transportation, infrastructure (i.e., broadband, utility access, sidewalks, etc.), and access to parks and recreation. Children with Intellectual and Physical Disabilities and Older Adults Support for disabled, blind, and deaf children; Support for the education of intellectually and developmentally disabled children to enable them to lead productive lives; and Support for older adults, including low-income older adults. Grant Restrictions  Funds are generally not available for: Programs or services that do not serve Dallas County residents Annual Fund campaigns, underwriting of fundraising events, and marketing campaigns Religious purposes (although they do support educational and social service programs offered by faith-based organizations) Endowments Individuals. For more information, visit The Dallas Foundation.

The North Carolina IOLTA’s Administration of Justice Grants provide support for programs seeking to improve the administration of justice in North Carolina. Donor Name: North Carolina State Bar State: North Carolina County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Areas of Funding A goal of NC IOLTA is to focus grants in areas where they can have a measurable impact. Therefore, IOLTA grants for improvements in the administration of justice are made in the areas outlined below with emphasis on how the justice system can operate more effectively and expeditiously. Improvement in the operation and management of the justice system;  Public education and understanding about the law, including law-related education;  Promotion and support for a full range of dispute resolution techniques and alternatives;  Promotion and support for public interest legal representation.  Funding Criteria Preference will generally be given to:  Applicants seeking start-up funds or seed money for new projects or programs;  Programs that seek to offer services to individuals who do not qualify for civil legal aid based on their income but who are unable to afford legal assistance, including pro bono programs;  Programs with demonstration value or replication potential;  Programs that will have statewide significance; and/or  Requests for matching funds.  Administration of Justice Grants typically do not fund:  Direct service programs (e.g., counseling);  Replicas of established programs;  Local community groups unrelated to the practice of law;  Programs (or budget items) for which there is a governmental responsibility to provide funding; Continuing program support for local projects that exceed three years. Grant Period January 1 – December 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  In addition to meeting the stated eligibility for all NC IOLTA grants, to be eligible for funding from NC IOLTA under the Civil Legal Aid Grant Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:  Serve North Carolina residents who are indigent, defined as individuals who are at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines or who are eligible to receive public assistance through a government program for the indigent. In addition to income, programs may consider other relevant factors in determining financial eligibility for services, including access to liquid assets, fixed debts and obligations, and family size for example.  The organization may also consider availability of income, i.e., whether the individual seeking assistance has direct and unfettered access, without having to obtain the consent or cooperation of another person over whom the individual does not have control and who does not in fact consent or cooperate.  If an organization uses a definition of indigent or low-income clients, for all or a portion of its clients that is different from the above, it must be able to show that a majority of its clients fall within the stated NC IOLTA definition.  Provide services without charge to the client. An organization will not be disqualified from receiving funds from NC IOLTA for charging nominal fees as long as the organization allows for the complete waiver of fees in cases where clients cannot pay the fee. The Board reserves the right to approve grants to an organization charging significantly reduced fees in areas of law where services are otherwise unavailable to low-income clients. Grantees that charge fees, whether nominal or reduced, are required to provide a copy of their client fee policy and schedule to NC IOLTA and include information on fees received in their regular financial reports to NC IOLTA, including information about the number of fee waivers provided to clients. For more information, visit North Carolina State Bar.

he AARP Foundation is seeking proposals from organizations looking to increase their impact by piloting a scaling strategy. Donor Name: AARP Foundation State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/14/2024 Size of the Grant: More than $1 million Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: AARP Foundation seeks to support programs and projects that will:  Materially improve the circumstances of 50+ people with income at or below 250% of the poverty line Lift 50+ people’s income above 250% of the poverty line  Prevent 50+ people living with low income from falling below 250% of the poverty line  Consult older adults (50+) in the development and implementation of a program or create volunteer opportunities for older adults With this funding opportunity, AARP Foundation aims to fund organizations working to solve urgent problems and take existing work to the next level by expanding their breadth and depth or engaging a larger audience. They are seeking proposals from organizations looking to increase their impact by piloting a scaling strategy. These projects can be direct service in nature (providing a program for older adults with low income) or non-direct service (to include an organization’s capacity building, systems change or implementation). This opportunity will provide funding for up to three years. This funding will support organizations looking to increase their impact by scaling their work. Examples of scaling include (but are not limited to): Leveraging partnerships to increase the reach and depth of a program or project Using a collaborative or coalition model to increase capacity of multiple organizations to either serve higher numbers of people or expand the scope of non-direct service work Engaging new partners to implement policy (not to include legislative advocacy) Expanding the scope of a public-private partnership Applying an effective systems-level approach to a new area of interest (topical or geographic) Using an innovative new strategy as part of an existing program or project Funding Information AARP Foundation’s estimated total program funding for this opportunity is up to $2 million.  Eligibility Criteria AARP Foundation will prioritize applications that serve populations disproportionately affected by systemic barriers, racial and ethnic disparities and other harmful biases. Organizations from anywhere in the U.S. are eligible and welcome to apply. However, they have a particular interest in projects/programs that serve older adults in 22 U.S. states and territories with high levels of senior poverty: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and Puerto Rico. For more information, visit AARP Foundation.

The Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco (KACF-SF) is now accepting requests for proposals (RFPs) from community-based organizations serving Northern California. Donor Name: Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco State: California County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco (KACF-SF) is committed to building a vibrant Bay Area Korean American community through philanthropy. The grant program supports community-based organizations that are on the frontline to increase the cultural competency and language access of critical programs for the Korean American community. KACF-SF invests in nonprofit organizations on the frontlines to increase cultural competency and language access to programs for the Korean American community in Northern California. Special attention is given to five issue areas: Physical & Mental Health Senior Care & Empowerment Domestic & Family Safety Civic Engagement Youth Empowerment The Foundation is interested in programs that: Deliver critical services to Korean Americans in need Provide greater access to social services by providing language assistance Support regional projects aligned with the grantmaking goals Funding Information Grants up to $50,000. Grant Period Up to 3 years. Eligibility Criteria Community-based organizations serving Northern California are eligible to apply. For more information, visit KACF-SF.

The Central Minnesota Community Foundation is offering a grant ranging from $3,000 to $15,000 to nonprofits, schools, or government entities that serve women and/or girls within a 30-mile radius of St. Cloud, focusing on programs that support girls aged 10-18, women in transition, and elder women, with an emphasis on promoting equality, success, health, economic self-sufficiency, and addressing unique aging issues.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and qualified government units in South Dakota to address basic human needs such as food, clothing, shelter, and education.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations that support the education and development of young children, particularly those from birth to five years old, in underserved areas of Vermont and specific counties in New Jersey.

The Central Louisiana Community Impact Fund is accepting applications for its Community Impact Award to provide monetary support for a high impact project or activity which would enhance central Louisiana and the quality of life of its residents. Donor Name: Central Louisiana Community Foundation State: Louisiana County: Allen Parish (LA), Beauregard Parish (LA), Catahoula Parish (LA), Concordia Parish (LA), Grant Parish (LA), LaSalle Parish (LA), Natchitoches Parish (LA), Sabine Parish (LA), Vernon Parish (LA) Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The CLCIF is designed to promote innovative ideas for philanthropic projects that offer a strong likelihood for broad community impact while providing benefits that are sustainable well beyond the funding period. The selection committee seeks fresh ideas that deal with a recognized community-wide issue. Funding Information The grant amount is awarded each year and varies from $25,000 to $100,000.  Eligibility Criteria Grants are awarded to 501(c)3 & 501(c)19 organizations serving the 12 parishes of Central Louisiana that CLCF serves. For more information, visit CLCIF.

The L-A-D Foundation, in partnership with the Community Foundation of the Ozarks as grantmaking service provider, invites applications from nonprofit and public interest organizations whose work benefits the natural and cultural resources of the Missouri Ozarks in its 12-county service area and align with the mission of the L-A-D Foundation. Donor Name: L-A-D Foundation State: Missouri County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The L-A-D Foundation seeks innovative projects that support conservation of the natural and cultural resources of the Missouri Ozarks. Projects may include environmental and conservation education, grassroots organizing, new program start-up costs, capital support, seed money, and workshops. No requests for annual or operating support or support for social events or benefits are considered.  Funding Information Maximum request amount is $10,000. A 12-month grant period is preferred, but multi-year projects may be considered. Eligibility Criteria Grant proposals are accepted according to an announced time table, and grant recommendations are made as funds are available. 501(c)3 organizations or other IRS approved entities (government entities, school districts and churches) working in Carter, Crawford, Dent, Madison, Maries, Oregon, Perry, Reynolds, Ripley, Ste. Genevieve, Shannon or Texas counties are eligible to apply. For more information, visit L-A-D Foundation.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Bothin Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: Bothin Foundation State: California County: Marin County (CA), San Francisco County (CA), San Mateo County (CA), Sonoma County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/18/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Priorities Building Construction and Renovation  The foundation will fund any contracted labor directly associated with the project. This could include labor for removal or installation of materials or the hiring of expertise needed to complete the project, such as engineers or contractors. The foundation does not fund planning or needs assessments for capital projects. The foundation does not fund staff time for project management. The foundation only supports building renovations for buildings located in San Francisco, Marin, Sonoma, and/or San Mateo counties. Equipment and Furnishing The foundation considers funding furniture, program equipment, and medical equipment purchases. The foundation prioritizes requests to purchase equipment that will be used by or mostly benefit program participants. The foundation does not fund planning or needs assessments for capital projects. Technology The foundation considers funding furniture, program equipment, and medical equipment purchases. The foundation prioritizes requests to purchase equipment that will be used by or mostly benefit program participants. The foundation does not fund planning or needs assessments for capital projects. Vehicles The foundation prioritizes vehicle purchases that transport participants. Insurance, gas, advertising on van (wrap-around printing), and warranties are not covered by grants. Successful Applications  Completed within 12 months Grant fund capital projects that can be completed within 12 months of receiving a grant Durable capital investments Durable capital refers to things that last a long time before needing to purchase again. This could include things like purchasing vehicles, appliances, and computers, or painting buildings and renovating a bathroom. Direct service organization They fund direct service organizations that serve at least 50% disadvantaged children and youth, low-income families with children, and/or people with disabilities. When considering funding programs that exclusively serve those with disabilities, disability status and low-income status are given equal weight. $5,000 – $50,000 Grants in the range of $5,000 – $50,000, based on need. $50,000 is maximum grant size. Eligibility Criteria In order to be eligible for a grant from the Bothin Foundation, applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria: Be a public charity operating under an IRS 501(c)(3) status or be fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) organization; Serve significant numbers of the residents of San Francisco, Marin, Sonoma, and/or San Mateo counties; Provide direct service to disadvantaged children and youth, low-income families with children, and/or people with disabilities; and Have not received a grant from the foundation in the last three full years. Limitations Grants are not made to individuals, religious organizations (except for non-sectarian programs), or K-12 schools that do not exclusively serve children with learning differences and developmental disabilities. The foundation generally does not fund hospitals. Occasionally, it will make exceptions for public and county hospitals and community clinics. The foundation does not fund endowment drives, events, program expenses, general operating expenses, annual appeals, videos, medical research, or scholarships. For more information, visit Bothin Foundation.

The Rural Advancement Foundation International (RAFI) is currently applications for the 2024 Infrastructure Grant Program. Donor Name: Rural Advancement Foundation International State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: RAFI provides support to Historically Underserved farmers and ranchers  for projects that demonstrate an ability to increase farm viability; establish new markets for local products and services; develop new uses for existing structures and equipment; add value to existing farm products through processing, packaging or marketing; make optimal use of on-farm and natural resources; and Cultural/Heritage projects which are focused on preserving and continuing a specific agrarian tradition.  Funding priority will be given to proposals with: High expected impact on farm viability and sustainability Strong project feasibility and planning: a clear plan, detailed budget and timeline, and all supporting documentation included.  Farmers who earn a significant amount of their household income from the farm operation.  Individual financial need, or location in an economically disadvantaged area Project tangibly benefits the surrounding community Farm uses agroecological and/or or ancestral farming practices  Funding Information Applicants may request up to $10,000 in funding.  Eligibility Criteria You are a historically underserved farmer or rancher, as defined by NRCS.  You are applying as either an individual farmer owner/co-owner or as a farm cooperative If applying as a cooperative or collaborative, at least 50% of the cooperative or collaborative must meet eligibility criteria.  You are in at least your fourth full growing season of farming and have worked at least two years in your current farming operation and location.  You are a “livelihood” farmer/rancher or are seeking a long term career that financially supports you through agriculture  You complete and submit an application by the deadline. You submit only one application (as an individual or a collective). If you submit more than one application, neither will be considered. You have NOT received a RAFI infrastructure grant before (2020-2023).  Your farm is located in one of the following states AL, AR, DC, FL, GA, KY, LA, MD, MS, NC, SC, TN, or VA. For more information, visit RAFI.

The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute created the Community Partnership Program (CPP) to support the development of sustainable collaborations with Oregon communities to address community-identified cancer needs. Donor Name: OHSU Knight Cancer Institute State: Oregon County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The mission of the Community Partnership Program is to work hand in hand with Oregon communities as allies in the Knight Cancer Institute’s efforts to end cancer as they know it. Support Oregon communities in identifying and addressing their most pressing cancer-related needs. Enhance collaboration between Oregon communities and OHSU to address local cancer issues and cancer health disparities. Foster the skills and abilities of Oregon communities to ensure efforts to address local cancer issues are sustainable long-term. The Community Partnership Program highly encourages proposals that address cancer-related health disparities and increase equity for Oregon communities that have been historically disadvantaged and/or marginalized. Organizations that are led by and/or those that are committed to serving populations facing cancer health disparities are highly encouraged to apply. Grant Tiers  The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute provides awards across three tiers. Tier 1: Define Need Develop a local action plan through the identification of cancer priorities based on local capacity building, data collection and analysis. This could be achieved through one of the following: Conduct a community cancer needs assessment to define next steps for addressing a local cancer issue. Establish a committee or coalition to review existing data and collaboratively address a pressing local cancer issue. Tier 2: Develop and Pilot Develop/adapt and pilot a small program, project or activity to determine its feasibility and acceptability for addressing a priority cancer issue(s) or disparity in a specific community. This could be achieved through one of the following strategies: An evidence-based approach or intervention. A newly developed approach. Tier 3: Evaluate and Sustain Evaluate an approach with demonstrated feasibility/acceptability and establish strategies for sustainability. This could be achieved through implementation of one of the following: An evidence-based approach adapted for the target community. A previously piloted project, program, or activity in a specific community. Funding Information Tier 1: Define Need Up to $15,000 Tier 2: Develop and Pilot Up to $30,000 Tier 3: Evaluate and Sustain Up to $60,000. Grant Period 1 Year. Allowable Expenses Funds may be used for the following types of expenses provided they are directly attributable to the proposed project: Personnel: Costs include both salary and fringe benefits (see restriction below in unallowable expenses). Consultant fees. Equipment: Defined as any item that has a useful life of over one year. Materials and supplies. Travel costs (excluding travel for CPP required trainings, which will be provided). Clinical care costs. Indirect costs: Include facilities and administration and/or overhead. Not to exceed 10% of the total budget (without an approved justification). Eligibility Criteria  Individuals affiliated with community groups/organizations, schools, government bodies, health/medical clinics, health systems or businesses may apply. OHSU employees, students, divisions or departments are not eligible to apply. While the Community Partnership Program encourages collaboration between community organizations and experts in the field, funds are not intended to solely support the work of an individual who is not affiliated with a community organization. Individuals affiliated with an academic institution or university are required to partner with a local community-based organization to ensure funds are invested into the target community. This partnership should include collaboration on proposal development and, if funded, the community partner should contribute to or lead project implementation. The Community Partnership Program may limit the number of grants made to an organization in a single cycle or cumulatively. In addition, the Steering Committee may prioritize applications that propose a unique or innovative project, thereby reserving the right to deny the funding of proposals that duplicate or are similar in scope to other previously funded and/or proposed CPP projects. For more information, visit OHSU.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in West Alabama to address critical community needs in areas such as arts, education, health, and social welfare through innovative and collaborative projects.

The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation is seeking applications for its 2024 Open Grant Round. Donor Name: Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation State: Minnesota County: Dakota County (MN), Ramsey County (MN), Washington County (MN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/07/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Areas of Community Vitality The Foundation supports work that addresses at least one of six areas of community vitality. Data and the experience suggest that the following elements play key roles in community health and vitality. Community Connectedness Creating opportunities for equity in arts, civic dialogue, community problem solving as well as supporting natural and built spaces where people live, work and play While community connectedness can be fostered in many ways, the Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation is prioritizing three broad strategies: arts and culture, civic engagement and environmental justice. The Foundation shares Grantmakers in the Arts’ view that “[a]ll peoples, their cultures, and their art contribute to the meaning and understanding of the humanity and should be honored and celebrated.” Priority will be given to arts and culture organizations that seek to amplify narratives and voices across BIPOC communities and other communities experiencing marginalization (e.g., people with disabilities, low-income communities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, formerly incarcerated people, etc.) through the arts. The civic engagement priorities include work designed to build the capacity and power of marginalized community members through organizing and training. The goals for this work should be focused on advancing equity. The Foundation’s environmental justice priorities include work that contributes to an intergenerational, multi-racial movement that promotes a safe, clean community and workplace environment. The Foundation also seeks to aid East Metro communities to build and strengthen enduring community connections between people, to heal and revitalize the community while restoring natural spaces, and to encourage stewardship of natural resources through education programs. Economic Opportunity and Security Strengthening support for low-income individuals and families through community development, workforce education and training and creating sustainable employment pathways The Foundation seeks to invest and partner in solutions informed and formed by the people facing the highest barriers to wealth creation, economic security and family-sustaining career pathways. In the East Metro, this includes BIPOC, women, veterans, young people, people with disabilities, formerly incarcerated people and LGBTQ+ people. Specific priorities for wealth creation include strengthening the entrepreneur ecosystem, increasing local ownership of businesses and homes, and expanding access to culturally appropriate services. Regarding economic security, the Foundation recognizes the importance of anchor institutions embedded at the neighborhood level. For workforce development, they will prioritize employment pathways that meet the needs of individuals and employers alike. Education Exploring high-quality educational opportunities for everyone, from cradle to career, and more equitable access for racial and cultural communities The Foundation recognizes how important it is for students and young people to feel cared for, protected, valued and seen after a difficult period in their learning and growth. This is complex and urgent work, and the Foundation will prioritize organizations that blend academic, social and emotional supports for young people most impacted by educational inequity. The Foundation will also support the policy change and other systems change efforts of organizations working toward ensuring a robust early childhood system that gives children and families access to high-quality early care and education programs. Health Increasing health equity through quality, affordable health services, particularly for low-income, uninsured and under-insured individuals The Foundation continues to prioritize health organizations that focus on health equity and increasing access to affordable, culturally relevant health services. The Foundation hopes to better align its health grants to be inclusive of programs and organizations that serve low-income families and provide free or affordable, culturally relevant services and holistic care. Given the increase in severity, cost of and demand for mental health services, urgent care and/or crisis prevention, access to reproductive health care, trauma-informed health care, and free or reduced services for uninsured or underinsured communities, the Foundation will prioritize these programs and organizations to continue to serve the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. Housing and Transportation Strengthening the region through affordable, quality housing, addressing homelessness and investing in equitable transportation options and benefits The Foundation embraces the vision for housing justice articulated by the Minnesota Interagency Council on Homelessness. The Foundation will prioritize work that ensures the most marginalized people experiencing housing instability and homelessness are able to access housing that is “safe, decent, affordable,” and “free of prejudice” while also receiving the additional supports and services they need. Work within the transportation sector that explicitly addresses intersections of racial justice, climate justice, economic opportunity and health equity will also be prioritized. Human Services and Family Support Meeting basic needs for individuals and families, helping them be safe, stable and independent The Foundation will prioritize grants that assist residents in navigating life transitions, find safety and stability, and promote independence. In addition to supporting work that centers the voices of the people most impacted by an organization’s work, special priority will be given to disability support services, child welfare support services, family and parent support services, food relief and assistance, older adult services, immigration and legal services, and re-entry supports for formerly incarcerated people. Types of Grants The current grant opportunity includes funding for general operating support for the whole organization and capital support. General Operating Grants These grants provide flexible funding for nonprofits. To be eligible for general operating support, organizations must primarily serve the East Metro area with 50% or more of all services provided by the entire organization benefiting East Metro (Washington, Dakota and Ramsey counties) residents. Capital Grants These grants are designed to support your organization’s investment in buildings, facilities and equipment. Foundation investments are typically limited to buildings owned by nonprofits or held by long-term lease agreement. These grants are generally paid over multiple years. Capital projects must be located in the East Metro AND 50% or more of all services provided by the entire organization are benefiting East Metro residents. They will consider capital grants for projects located in Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties for: Renovations/repairs Land acquisition Construction costs Technology hardware and software Equipment Furniture Appliances. Geographic Areas The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation is proud to serve and fund Saint Paul’s East Metro region, which is defined as Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties. Eligibility Criteria  Grants can be made to 501(c)3 organizations, education or governmental units and religious institutions. Grants can also be made to groups working through an eligible fiscal sponsor. While an organization may be eligible to apply, attention and preference will be given to organizations: Prioritizing those experiencing the most marginalization, especially due to race, ethnicity, gender identity or sexual orientation, age, ability, immigration status, etc. Establishing a clear connection to the Informs, Forms, Benefits framework, which states that those experiencing barriers should not only benefit from the work they support but inform, form, and lead it as well. Ineligibility  The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation will not consider grant requests for support of: Sectarian religious programs or organizations Work by an individual Capital projects located outside Dakota, Ramsey and Washington counties Program/project specific requests. For more information, visit Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Erie County, Ohio, to address community needs in areas such as job training, mental health, childcare, and access to healthy food.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and organizations in Frederick County, Maryland, that are addressing critical community needs such as family support, aging population services, substance use disorder, affordable housing, mental health, and service delivery disparities.

The Go Outside Fund by the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin offers grants between $100 and $500 to teachers and organizations in Wisconsin, aiming to facilitate outdoor, nature-based learning experiences for children aged pre-K to 12 by covering costs such as field supplies, transportation, and educator costs.

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.