Private Infrastructure Grants

This program provides financial support to arts organizations in rural Tennessee, helping them cover operating expenses while promoting community engagement and sound financial practices.

The Community Giving Foundation's Healthy Workplace Grant program is designed to foster happy and healthy teams within nonprofit organizations. This initiative directly aligns with the Foundation's mission by promoting community well-being, specifically focusing on the individuals who drive the nonprofit sector. By investing in the health and positivity of these teams, the Foundation aims to strengthen the operational capacity and resilience of local nonprofits, ultimately enhancing their ability to serve the community effectively. The program acknowledges the critical role of employee well-being in organizational success and community impact. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are 501(c) and government nonprofit organizations located within the Berwick Health and Wellness Fund service area, which includes specific boroughs and townships in Columbia and Luzerne counties, Pennsylvania. The program targets the staff and volunteers within these organizations, aiming to improve their mental and physical health. The overarching impact goal is to cultivate more positive, supportive, and healthy work environments within these vital community organizations, leading to increased employee satisfaction, reduced burnout, and improved overall productivity. The grant prioritizes creative and innovative approaches to enhancing workplace health and positivity. Funds can be utilized for a variety of purposes, including the purchase of supplies or equipment, the implementation of specific programming, or professional development opportunities that boost mental and physical well-being. The emphasis is on encouraging imaginative methods that contribute to a healthier office culture. This focus on creative solutions ensures that organizations can tailor their initiatives to their unique needs and challenges, fostering a more effective and sustainable impact. Expected outcomes include a measurable improvement in the mental and physical health of nonprofit teams, a more positive and supportive workplace culture, and enhanced organizational effectiveness. While specific measurable results are not detailed in terms of quantifiable metrics within the provided text, the application process itself encourages "creative methods for increasing health and positivity," implying that successful applications will demonstrate thoughtful approaches to achieving these outcomes. The Foundation's strategic priority, as evidenced by this grant, is to invest in the human capital of the nonprofit sector, recognizing that healthy, engaged teams are fundamental to a thriving community. This aligns with a theory of change where targeted support for employee well-being directly contributes to stronger, more impactful nonprofit operations, ultimately benefiting the wider community. Grants are awarded in amounts ranging from $200-$1,000, indicating a focus on supporting a broad range of smaller-scale, impactful initiatives.

This grant provides funding to educators and nonprofit preschool organizations in Iowa to create innovative projects that integrate agriculture into classroom instruction or afterschool programs.

The Community Foundation of Grand Forks' Women’s Fund Grant Program aligns directly with the foundation's mission to empower girls and women by providing ideas, energy, and resources to achieve economic, social, and political equity. This grant program is designed to support initiatives that address the challenges and concerns facing girls and women today, while also fostering their leadership skills and confidence. The foundation strategically uses this program to encourage philanthropy among women, reinforcing a cycle of support within the community. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are girls and women within Grand Forks, Walsh, and Polk Counties. The program's impact goals are centered on creating opportunities that build leadership skills and confidence, raising awareness of critical issues, and promoting gender equity. By supporting a diverse range of projects, the Women's Fund aims to generate tangible improvements in the lives of girls and women, contributing to a more equitable society. The program prioritizes initiatives that build leadership skills and confidence among girls and women, support opportunities, and encourage women to become philanthropists. While not explicitly detailed, the foundation's theory of change appears to be rooted in the belief that by investing in these key areas, they can create a ripple effect that leads to broader societal change and improved outcomes for women. Grants are typically awarded in the $5,000 range, indicating a focus on impactful, yet often localized, projects. Expected outcomes include increased awareness of issues facing girls and women, enhanced leadership capabilities, and greater participation in philanthropic activities. While specific measurable results are not explicitly stated, the program implicitly aims for improvements in economic, social, and political equity for its target demographic. The grant duration of one year, with a grant period of October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025, suggests a focus on projects with clear, achievable objectives within a defined timeframe. The foundation's strategic priorities for this fund include supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, fiscally sponsored nonprofits, public entities like libraries or schools, or units of government with principal operations in the specified counties. They also emphasize fiscal responsibility and timely reporting from previous grant recipients. This ensures that funds are directed to well-managed organizations capable of effectively implementing programs that align with the Women's Fund's vision.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to tribal entities and organizations in Montana for projects that enhance community forests, promote climate resilience, and improve environmental quality.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and individual artists in Fulton, Montgomery, and Saratoga Counties to create public art projects that engage the community and enhance arts participation.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Gilroy and South County for projects that enhance community welfare across various sectors, including education, health, and the arts.

This program provides funding and support for community-driven projects that improve and beautify specific neighborhoods in Salt Lake City, encouraging local pride and volunteer participation.

The Arc Fund, an initiative by CultureSource, is a $1.5 million grant program designed to support culture-workers of color in Southeast Michigan. Its core mission aligns with addressing historical disadvantages, underrepresentation, and oppression faced by these professionals due to their race. The fund aims to spur growth and provide opportunities for career advancement, contributing to a more equitable and vibrant arts and culture ecosystem in the region. The program specifically targets culture-workers of color living and working full-time in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties in Southeast Michigan. Eligible beneficiaries include arts administrators, artists, arts organizers, curators, and arts programmers whose primary professional focus is advancing arts and culture in the region. The impact goal is to empower these individuals to make significant career leaps, fostering professional development and reducing financial or other obligations that limit their flexibility and growth. The Arc Fund prioritizes individuals prepared to invest in new skills, pursue novel artistic endeavors, or address financial burdens that hinder their career trajectory. It focuses on providing unrestricted awards, professional development experiences, and social networking opportunities. This comprehensive approach reflects a strategic priority to not only offer financial support but also to build capacity and community among culture-workers of color. The expected outcomes include the distribution of 74 unrestricted awards of $15,000 each, enabling recipients to fund various aspects of their professional growth. Measurable results will likely involve tracking the number of awards distributed, the engagement in professional development, and the overall career advancement reported by the awardees. While a formal theory of change is not explicitly detailed, the initiative implicitly operates on the theory that targeted financial support, skill-building, and networking will directly counter historical inequities, leading to significant career progression and a more inclusive cultural landscape.

The Conservation, Environment and Public Trails Grant Program, administered by the Santa Barbara Foundation, is dedicated to fostering environmental sustainability, land conservation, habitat restoration, public trails, and overall ecosystem health within Santa Barbara County. This program directly aligns with the foundation's mission by investing in projects that preserve and enhance the region's natural resources, ensuring a healthy and accessible environment for all residents. The grants support both new and existing initiatives that demonstrate a clear need and aim to create lasting positive change in the community. The primary beneficiaries of this program are the communities and natural landscapes of Santa Barbara County. The impact goals include improving equitable access to natural resources and trail systems, restoring degraded habitats, protecting ecologically significant lands, and promoting sustainable environmental practices. The program seeks to empower well-managed, financially viable organizations to implement effective projects that address identified environmental needs, ultimately contributing to a more resilient and environmentally conscious Santa Barbara County. Key priorities for funding include projects focused on preserving and ensuring equitable access to natural resources and trail systems, community-based restoration in various natural areas (wetlands, streams, coastal areas, grasslands, woodlands), early-stage investigations for land conservation efforts, and piloting or expanding projects that exemplify best practices in conservation. The strongest projects are those that foster partnerships and collaborations, incorporate community involvement and education, and align with broader regional plans such as Santa Barbara County’s Conservation Blueprint or the Food Action Plan. Expected outcomes include the establishment of new trails and restoration of existing ones, the permanent protection of ecologically and agriculturally valuable lands, the restoration of critical habitats, and the implementation of innovative solutions for sustainable land, forestry, and water management. Measurable results could include increased acres of conserved land, miles of accessible trails, improved biodiversity in restored areas, and enhanced community awareness and engagement in conservation efforts. The foundation's strategic priorities are evident in its emphasis on collaborative approaches, community engagement, and alignment with existing regional conservation strategies, reflecting a theory of change that prioritizes collective action and long-term planning for environmental resilience.

The Bowen Family Performing Arts Fund, managed by The Denver Foundation, aims to support performing arts programs. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to enhance opportunities for elementary and middle school youth, particularly those who have limited access to arts education. The grant seeks to foster an appreciation and understanding of various performing arts, connecting with the foundation's broader goal of supporting children from underserved or historically disadvantaged communities. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are elementary and middle school-aged youth who have fewer opportunities to engage with and learn about the arts. The impact goal is to increase their exposure to and appreciation of performing arts. The fund focuses on supporting programs within the seven-county Metro Denver region, ensuring that the foundation's efforts are concentrated within its defined service area and reach the intended demographic. The program prioritizes performing arts such as ballet, tap, jazz, opera, symphonic music, musicals, and theater productions. Strong applications will demonstrate an effective approach to promoting and furthering the teaching and appreciation of these art forms. The expected outcomes include increased participation in and understanding of performing arts among targeted youth, leading to enhanced cultural literacy and personal development. Measurable results could include attendance numbers, program completion rates, and feedback from participants and educators regarding the impact of the programs. While the document does not explicitly detail The Denver Foundation's overarching strategic priorities or theory of change, the focus on underserved youth in the arts suggests a strategic commitment to equitable access to cultural enrichment and youth development. The grant amounts, expected to range from $5,000 to $15,000, indicate a strategy of supporting numerous impactful, smaller-scale programs that can collectively create a significant difference within the community. The eligibility criteria emphasize supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or those with fiscal sponsors, ensuring that funds are distributed to legitimate and well-governed entities capable of delivering the intended programming.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Mississippi to support projects that improve economic security and health for women and girls, particularly in underserved communities.

The Greylock ABC Fund, managed by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, invites applications for grants ranging from $1000 to $10,000 to support educational development projects for students of color and/or low socioeconomic status in pre-K through 12 in Northern Berkshire County and Pittsfield, with a focus on multicultural education, academic preparation, child development, tutoring, mentoring, and college preparation.

The Arts Council for Long Beach offers two types of microgrants: Project Microgrants and Professional Development Microgrants. The Project Microgrants are designed for local projects that are free, open to the public, and directly benefit Long Beach residents. These projects are expected to support community representation and cultural respect, encourage cultural diversity, and/or enhance underserved communities. The Professional Development Microgrants assist Long Beach artists with funding for opportunities such as workshops or conferences, aiming to enhance the artist's or organization's ability to serve Long Beach residents, particularly in underserved areas. The overall mission alignment of the Arts Council is to promote and support arts and cultural activities that benefit the Long Beach community. The primary target beneficiaries of these microgrants are Long Beach residents, artists, and organizations within the city. The impact goals are centered around fostering cultural diversity, community representation, and enhancing the lives of residents through accessible arts and cultural experiences. For Professional Development Microgrants, the goal is to strengthen the capabilities of individual artists and arts organizations, which in turn enhances their service to the Long Beach community. Both grant types emphasize supporting underserved communities and populations within Long Beach, ensuring equitable access to arts and cultural benefits. The priorities and focuses of the Arts Council for Long Beach include supporting publicly accessible arts and cultural presentations in any art form, single events or series of events, arts and cultural festivals, arts education programs, traditional folk arts presentations, public art, and initiatives that promote the Long Beach arts and cultural sector. For professional development, funding prioritizes opportunities that enhance the applicant's ability to serve Long Beach residents, with specific provisions for conference fees and equipment/tools for art making. The emphasis is on projects that are free, open to the public, and directly beneficial to the local community. Expected outcomes include an increase in diverse and culturally representative arts projects, enhanced professional skills for Long Beach artists, and a more vibrant and accessible arts and cultural sector for all Long Beach residents. Measurable results could involve the number of projects implemented, audience attendance at free public events, the number of artists participating in professional development, and the demonstrable benefits to underserved communities. The Arts Council's strategic priorities align with a theory of change where targeted financial support for local arts and artists directly contributes to community enrichment, cultural engagement, and the professional growth of the city's creative talent. This investment is seen as a catalyst for a more inclusive and thriving cultural landscape in Long Beach.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Massachusetts-based organizations that help early-stage climatetech startups grow and innovate, covering various operational and developmental expenses.

The Idaho Dental Foundation (IDF) operates as a charitable endowment fund dedicated to supporting community programs and organizations throughout Idaho. Its core mission is to enhance the oral health of Idaho’s underserved citizens by improving education and access to care. This grant program is aligned with the foundation's strategic priority to achieve the highest beneficial return for Idaho, focusing specifically on initiatives that directly address the oral health needs of vulnerable populations. The primary target beneficiaries of the IDF grants are Idaho's uninsured and working poor populations. The foundation's impact goals are centered on improving oral health outcomes within these groups. By funding projects that increase access to care and provide education, the IDF aims to reduce disparities in oral health and enhance the overall well-being of these citizens. The foundation's funding objectives clearly prioritize projects that improve the oral health of Idaho’s uninsured and those that increase the oral health of Idaho’s working poor. This focused approach ensures that grant funds are directed towards initiatives with a high potential for tangible impact on the most vulnerable. Typical grant awards range from $1,000 to $2,500, with a broader size of the grant from $1,000 to $10,000, indicating a preference for targeted, impactful projects. Expected outcomes and measurable results include improved oral health for the targeted populations, increased access to dental care services, and enhanced oral health education within underserved communities. While specific metrics are not detailed in the provided information, the focus on "improving" and "increasing" oral health implies a commitment to measurable progress in these areas. The foundation's theory of change is rooted in the belief that by supporting direct interventions and educational programs, it can effectively bridge the gap in oral healthcare access for Idaho's most in-need residents.

The Master-Apprentice Artist Award, offered by the Southwest Folklife Alliance (SFA), provides direct financial support to master traditional artists in Arizona. Its core mission is to facilitate the intergenerational transmission of art, culture, and heritage practices from master artists to apprentice learners. This aligns with SFA's broader goal of strengthening community-based traditions throughout the Southwestern United States, emphasizing the vital role of mentorship and hands-on experience in cultural preservation. Target beneficiaries include master traditional artists and culture bearers residing in Arizona, as well as apprentices aged 16 and older (or younger if immediate family of the master artist). The program prioritizes masters and apprentices within the same cultural community and aims to support underrepresented traditional art forms with few remaining local practitioners. The impact goal is to ensure the continuity and vitality of diverse traditional art forms, fostering a new generation of skilled practitioners and preserving cultural heritage. The program focuses on a one-on-one teaching-learning relationship, where funds can cover artist fees, raw materials, and essential travel. Traditional master artists receive $5,000, and apprentices receive $500. SFA's strategic priority is to identify and support artists who demonstrate mastery of their art form, community recognition, and the ability to effectively share traditional knowledge. This approach reflects a theory of change that informal, community-rooted mentorship is the most effective way to transmit and sustain traditional arts. Expected outcomes include the successful transfer of traditional art skills and knowledge from master to apprentice, leading to a strengthened base of cultural practitioners. Measurable results would involve the number of successful apprenticeships, the continuation or revitalization of specific traditional art forms, and the increased recognition and practice of these traditions within their respective communities. The program ensures that applicants are full-time Arizona residents, further embedding the initiative within the local cultural landscape.

The Flinn Foundation is offering a grant of $10,000 to $100,000 for a period of 2 years to Arizona-based research teams with innovative solutions in precision medicine, diagnostics, devices, therapeutics, and health-care delivery processes, aiming to turn scientific results into viable products or services to benefit patients.

The District of Columbia Department of Human Services (DHS), Family Services Administration (FSA), is offering the Refugee Social Services Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. This grant aims to facilitate the effective and expeditious resettlement of refugees, helping them achieve economic self-sufficiency as quickly as possible. The program aligns with the FSA's mission to support refugees and other Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)-eligible populations upon their resettlement in the District of Columbia, fostering their transition to life in the United States and promoting economic independence. The grant specifically supports the provision of employment assistance, case management, and community outreach services. The target beneficiaries for this program are individuals aged 16 and older who meet the criteria specified by the Office of the Administration for Children & Families (ACF), Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), and have resettled in the District of Columbia. This includes refugees, asylees, Amerasians, Cuban/Haitian entrants, victims of severe forms of human trafficking, Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders from Iraq and Afghanistan, Afghan Special Immigrant Parole SQ/SI individuals, Afghan Individuals with Special Immigrant (SI) Conditional Permanent Residence (CPR), Afghan Humanitarian Parolees, Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees, and Lawful Permanent Residents who previously held one of the aforementioned statuses. The impact goal is to assist these populations in achieving economic self-sufficiency and successful integration into life in the United States. The program's priorities and focuses are to develop and execute a comprehensive program offering services and support tailored to the refugee population, specifically addressing barriers that hinder successful and prompt resettlement. Key components include employment assistance to help beneficiaries find jobs, case management to provide individualized support and guidance, and outreach services to ensure eligible refugees are aware of and can access available resources. The strategic priority is to create a robust support system that not only aids in immediate resettlement needs but also lays the groundwork for long-term self-sufficiency and community integration. Expected outcomes include a significant number of refugees gaining employment, improved access to essential social and support services, and a reduction in barriers to resettlement. Measurable results will likely involve tracking the number of individuals participating in employment programs, job placement rates, the number of case management interactions, and the reach of community outreach efforts. The underlying theory of change is that by providing comprehensive and tailored services in employment, case management, and outreach, refugees will be empowered to overcome initial resettlement challenges, achieve economic independence, and successfully integrate into the District of Columbia's community, leading to improved quality of life and reduced reliance on public assistance.

The Wells Fargo Equitable Access Boost Camp, presented in partnership with Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN), is a program designed to support the growth of for-profit businesses. While the "foundation mission alignment" and "foundation's strategic priorities and theory of change" are not explicitly detailed as belonging to a specific "foundation" in the provided text, the program itself aligns with a mission of fostering entrepreneurship and providing equitable access to resources for business development. Hello Alice, as a donor and partner, likely brings its own mission of empowering entrepreneurs to the program. The target beneficiaries of this program are entrepreneurs who are leading executives (Founder, President, CEO, CFO, COO, or similar) of for-profit businesses located and registered in the fifty United States, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico. Officers must be legal residents and 18 years or older (19 in AL and NE). The businesses must also demonstrate a need for business coaching to support growth, indicating a focus on accelerating established or growing ventures rather than nascent startups. The program's priorities and focuses are centered around providing business coaching through a virtual 12-week Business Accelerator and a 12-week virtual business Boost Camp. The emphasis on a "Boost Camp" suggests a concentrated effort to provide intensive support to accelerate business development. The eligibility criteria, particularly the requirement for a demonstrated need for business coaching, underscore the program's focus on businesses ready to leverage structured guidance for expansion. Expected outcomes and measurable results, while not explicitly quantified in the provided text, can be inferred from the program's structure. The participation in a 12-week Business Accelerator and Boost Camp is expected to lead to business growth, improved strategic planning, and enhanced operational capabilities for the participating businesses. The "Equitable Access" in the program title further suggests an aim to reduce disparities in business success by providing resources to a broad range of eligible entrepreneurs. Ultimately, the program aims to empower businesses to achieve their growth potential through dedicated coaching and support.