Private Law Justice and Legal Services Grants

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 National Press Foundation is providing Covering Equitable Community Development Journalism Fellowship. Donor Name: National Press Foundation State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Fellowship Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/02/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Who decides where these resources are going in your newsroom’s region, and what gets supported – whether affordable housing, green spaces, small businesses, or something else? To help journalists connect the dots between policy, public and private financing and calls for equitable housing, parks and other assets, the National Press Foundation will hold the Covering Equitable Community Development journalism fellowship in Missoula, Montana. The purpose of the four-day expenses-paid program is to equip journalists to better investigate pervasive racial gaps and the policies and investments in their own backyards related to health, wealth and overall community wellbeing. Home to active Indigenous organizations and health initiatives focused on small and mid-sized cities, Missoula will allow for an immersive exploration into community development issues, especially for journalists who cover race and metro beats. NPF will gather experts from the health equity, nonprofit and policy sectors, financing and community organizing spaces to help journalists add context and breadth to their coverage of community development issues. Topics to be explored may include: How financing and investing institutions such as community development financial institutions (CDFIs), philanthropic impact investors, private banks, and other investors prioritize investments in community-driven projects or investment funds; How policymakers and public officials can actively include residents in decision-making about how communities are financed and developed and hold the community development sector accountable for anti-racist practices; What conditions lead to healthier, more equitable communities with access to affordable housing, education, nutritious food, health care, etc? Environmental justice as a community development issue. Who may apply This competitive fellowship is open to all U.S.-based journalists working in print, TV, radio or online media. They greatly value diversity in all the programs and applicants from across the nation are encouraged to apply. Fellows must also verify their COVID vaccination status. For more information, visit National Press Foundation.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is providing the California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program. Donor Name: California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The Foundation’s purpose of the California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) is to provide funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. Grant Period  December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2026. Funding Information Total Amount Available for Solicitation: $76,000,000 Maximum Allowed per Applicant: $250,000 per location for a total of $500,000. Project Activity Guidelines Proposals will be considered by Cal OES for eligibility based on the evaluation criteria identified in Part III. Allowable categories of cost under the CSNSGP are Planning, Equipment, Training, Construction/Renovation, Contracted Security, Management and Administration (M&A), and Support Services. The following is a brief description of examples of costs associated with each of these categories: Planning  Funding may be used for security or emergency planning expenses, continuity of operations plan, and other planning activities, including the materials required to conduct planning activities. Planning must be related to the protection of the facility and the people within the facility and should include those with access and functional needs, as well as those with limited English proficiency. Examples of planning activities allowable under this Program include: Development and enhancement of security plans and protocols; Emergency contingency plans; and Evacuation/Shelter-in-place plans. Equipment  Allowable costs are focused on target hardening and physical security enhancements. Funding can be used for the acquisition and installation of security equipment on real property (including buildings and improvements) owned or leased by the nonprofit organization, specifically in the prevention of and/or protection against the risk of a terrorist attack.  Examples of equipment allowable under this Program include: Physical security enhancement equipment, including, but not limited to reinforced doors and gates, and high-intensity lighting and alarms; Inspection and screening systems, and access control; Any other security enhancement consistent with the purpose of the CSNSGP. Training  Funding may be used for training-related costs and apply to the nonprofit’s employees or members/congregants to receive on-site security training. Training activities using CSNSGP funds must address a specific threat and/or vulnerability, as identified in the Proposal. Examples of training costs allowable under this Program include: Attendance fees for training; and Related expenses such as materials and/or supplies.  No personnel costs, such as overtime and backfill costs, associated with attending training courses are allowable. Travel costs are not eligible.  Construction or Renovation  Construction or Renovation is allowed under this Program. Construction or Renovation activities should be done in support of target hardening activities and is limited to $100,000. Equipment installation is not considered construction or renovation.  All Construction or Renovation activities must comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Applicants must provide a breakdown of construction-related costs. Contracted Security  Contracted security personnel are allowed under this Program. The Applicant must be able to sustain this capability in future years without CSNSGP funding. CSNSGP funds may not be used for training and equipment for contracted security. Funding for contracted security cannot exceed fifty percent (50%) of the amount requested. Management & Administration (M&A)  Applicants that receive a subaward under this Program may use and expend up to five percent (5%) of their funds for M&A activities. This cost consists of hiring full-time or part-time staff or contractors/consultants.  Support Services  Applicants that receive a subaward under this Program may use and expend up to five percent (5%) of their funds for Support Services activities. This cost consists of providing support services to another nonprofit organization or a cluster of other nonprofit organizations for the following:  Vulnerability Assessments Security trainings Mass notification alert systems Monitoring and response systems Lifesaving emergency equipment. Eligibility Criteria Restricted to California nonprofit organizations that are described under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (IRC) and exempt from tax under Section 501(a) of such code. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) does not require certain organizations such as churches, mosques, and synagogues to apply for and receive recognition of exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRC. Such organizations are automatically exempt if they meet the requirements of Section 501(c)(3). For more information, visit Cal OES.

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.

The 2024-25 Giving Project Grant specifically seeks to support organizations whose work advances gender justice in Minnesota. Donor Name: Headwaters Foundation for Justice State: Minnesota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/29/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The Giving Project is dedicated to funding Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)-led, grassroots, community-based organizations across Minnesota that use community organizing as a core strategy to advance equity and justice. Areas of interest for the 2024-25 Giving Project Grant include but are not limited to: reproductive justice; bodily autonomy; queer and trans justice; gender equity; healthcare equity and access; anti-gender-based violence; and leadership development for gender-oppressed folks of color. Funding Information The organizations selected for the 2024-25 Giving Project Grant will receive unrestricted, general operating grants of $40,000 paid out over two years, $20,000 per year. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible, an organization must: Be a legally incorporated entity with 501(c)(3), or, 501(c)(4) status, or have a fiscal sponsor, or be a tribal nation/tribal entity. Be based in and carry out their work in Minnesota. In addition, eligible organizations may: Be a current or past Headwaters’ grantee partner. Be new to Headwaters. Be either an emerging or established organization. For more information, visit Headwaters Foundation for Justice.

The Denver Foundation is pleased to invite qualified organizations to apply for funding for the Latinos Impacting the Future Together (L.I.F.T.) Fund. Donor Name: The Denver Foundation State: Colorado County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Latinos Impacting the Future Together (L.I.F.T.) supports and empowers Colorado communities by elevating identity, awareness, and culture through philanthropy. L.I.F.T. is a group of men who have chosen to use their time to serve the Latino community in a variety of capacities, their talents to impact the community, and their treasure to support the amazing work being done by non-profit organizations uplifting the Latino community. The Foundation giving circle will support work that meets one or all of the following: Latino/male Empowerment Latino Advocacy and Justice Meeting basic needs of the Latino community Latino Health and Wellness Educational Supports/Services for Latinos Latino Arts and Culture. Funding Areas Arts Culture Humanities Education & Youth Human Services. Funding Information Grant Range between $500 – $2,500 Eligibility Criteria Applications are open to organizations that meet the below criteria: Your work must connect with the mission of the L.I.F.T. Fund. Your organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. Your organization must be located in Colorado Grant awards given in previous years are no guarantee of future grant awards. For more information, visit The Denver Foundation.

The Denver Foundation is pleased to invite qualified organizations to apply for funding for the LatinasGive Fund. Donor Name: The Denver Foundation State: Colorado County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The LatinasGive is a giving circle of women who share both their heritage and a love for taking action in the community. They are committed to building a proud legacy through proactive giving to issues that advance the community in the following areas: cultural values and pride, inclusiveness and equity, promotion of the strengths, multigenerational issues, support existing leaders, culturally based leadership, and efforts that are responsive to community needs. Funding priorities for this grant are projects and programs focused on education, basic needs, financial stability, Latino and Latina emerging leaders, and social justice. Funding Areas Arts Culture Humanities Economic Opportunity Education & Youth Human Services Eligibility Criteria Applications are open to organizations that meet the below criteria:  Your work must connect with the mission of the LatinasGive Fund.  Your organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor.  Your organization must be located in Colorado. For more information, visit The Denver Foundation.

The Arbor Day Foundation (ADF) is pleased to announce the Community Roots Program. Donor Name: Arbor Day Foundation State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/12/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The Arbor Day Foundation is positioned to drive investments in tree planting and maintenance, planning, and capacity building in selected communities. Subawardees will have access to a cohort of peers and experts within the Arbor Day Foundation and the Urban and Community Forestry Society (UCFS)’s networks and the opportunity to connect with mentors/coaches from around the nation. Funding Information Individual subawards will range from a minimum of $100,000 to a maximum of $1,000,000 total, over a 3-year period, depending on the scope of work, unique needs, and capabilities of the applicant. A minimum of $4,300,000 in total funding is available. Eligibility Criteria Community-based nonprofit organizations are eligible. This is defined as a nonprofit organization that supports and/or represents a community and/or certain populations within a community through engagement, education, and other related services provided to individual community residents and community stakeholders. A “community” can be characterized by a particular geographic area and/or by the relationships among members with similar interests and can be characterized as part of a broader national or regional community where organizations can be focused on the needs of urban, rural and/or Tribal areas. All work led by community-based nonprofit organizations must directly impact disadvantaged communities as defined by the Council on Environmental Quality’s Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST) or as defined by the Environmental Protection Agency’s EPA IRA Disadvantaged Communities tool and be for the benefit of historically underserved or underrepresented communities. For more information, visit ADF.

The Delaware Community Foundation is seeking applications for its Next Gen South Grant Program to support programs for addiction treatment, family services, emergency housing and homelessness prevention.  Donor Name: Delaware Community Foundation State: Delaware County: Kent County (DE), Sussex County (DE) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Next Gen South is a philanthropic organization that was created and is directed by young professionals living and working in Kent and Sussex Counties. Next Gen South utilizes many of the Delaware Community Foundation’s resources, but members have established their own structure to raise funds and support the community.  Next Gen South has support of initiatives that address underlying social challenges faced by the most vulnerable Delawareans in Kent and Sussex Counties. The focus of the organization changes periodically based on the needs of the communities they serve. Funding Information The Next Gen South Grant total is $10,000. Eligibility Criteria Only nonprofit organizations within the state of Delaware that have a 501(c)(3) designation by the Internal Revenue Service are eligible to apply. Agencies receiving Next Gen South grants must serve the state of Delaware and its residents without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin or sexual orientation. The foundation is interested in initiatives that Demonstrate vision, effectiveness, good management and action for positive change. Encourage collaboration between agencies and reduce duplication of services. Leverage funds from other sources. Create a sense of community through neighborhood involvement and outreach. Include an evaluation component. For more information, visit Delaware Community Foundation.

The Caesar Rodney Rotary Foundation grant opportunity is available to nonprofit organizations in New Castle County, DE serving youth and young adults ages birth through 25 years who are underserved and at risk for not having the skills and support for a self-sufficient future. Donor Name: Caesar Rodney Rotary Foundation State: Delaware County: Kent County (DE) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Caesar Rodney Rotary Foundation (CRRF) was formed in 2018, as a means for the Caesar Rodney Rotary Club to accelerate the mission of educating the community and addressing the needs of youth at risk in New Castle County, Delaware. Educating the community includes providing public awareness of the need as well as encouraging volunteer opportunities to address the needs. Funding Information The grant maximum is $5,000. Criteria The Caesar Rodney Rotary Foundation (CRRF) New Castle County Youth Empowerment Fund at the Delaware Community Foundation only accepts applications from 501(c)3 nonprofits. For more information, visit Delaware Community Foundation.

The American Lung Association in Delaware, through a contract with the Delaware Division of Public Health, is seeking applications from organizations to conduct tobacco/e-cigarette prevention programs, and/or implement policy, systems, or environmental (PSE) changes related to tobacco. Donor Name: Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) State: Delaware County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Grants may be awarded to communities and organizations that exhibit a strong commitment to tobacco prevention and control programs in Delaware and enhance or expand access to tobacco education and prevention opportunities for children, families, and communities. Funds for the program are made available from the Delaware Health Fund.  The goals for the 2023-2027 “A Plan for A Tobacco-free Delaware” include: Prevent the initiation and use of tobacco and emerging products among Delawareans. Increase quitting and quit attempts among Delawareans who use tobacco products. Eliminate exposure to secondhand smoke, vapors, and other emissions. Advance health equity by identifying and eliminating commercial tobacco product-related inequities and disparities. Strengthen and cultivate Delaware’s leadership and build partnerships and connections at all levels in comprehensive tobacco prevention and control. Funding Information Mini-grant applicants may receive a one-time (per year) mini-grant up to $25,000.00. Requested budgets must be between $15,000 and $25,000.  Eligibility Criteria Delaware community-based and non-profit organizations with a strong commitment to tobacco and nicotine control and prevention programs Municipalities, cities, and towns in Delaware Any organization looking to strengthen their capacity to positively inform social norms regarding all forms of tobacco use as well as build relationships among multiple sectors of the community, such as housing, education, business, and transport For more information, visit DPH.

The WITH Foundation (WITH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) are providing this funding opportunity in an effort to support projects which advance disability justice in public health and center the goals, perspectives, and needs of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Communities of Color. Donor Name: WITH Foundation State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: This RFP also seeks to foster the development of new partnerships between disability organizations, advocates, community organizations, and healthcare providers. If the proposed project includes organizations that have an established/existing partnership(s), then the proposed project should include significant and new efforts undertaken by the partnership and/or new partners joining the existing collaborative efforts. A program’s goals and objectives should also address one, but not necessarily all four, of the following areas: Implementation: Support implementation of models, i.e., testing and advancing solutions to enhance public health in being trustworthy, accountable, truly collaborative, and anti-racist. Models should support the leadership of and power sharing with Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Communities of Color, or those with a demonstrated track record of working with Adults with I/DD in Communities of Color; Educational resources: Developing public health curriculum and/or training resources with Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Communities of Color, and/or creating/leveraging networks supporting resource dissemination and utilization within public health and disability justice ecosystems regarding the experiences of Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Communities of Color; Advocacy, Power and Bridging: Support regional or national advocacy with entities such as grassroots organizing groups, social movement groups, movement-building organizations, community-based organizations, community organizing groups, and base-building groups related to the care that Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Communities of Color receive within public health; and Research: Identify and close gaps in knowledge and inform efforts to improve health related to the care Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Communities of Color receive, i.e., community-based research that assists disability-led organizations in partnering with governmental public health to illuminate structural barriers that are experienced by Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Communities of Color. For educational resources, proposals must include learning goals and objectives. An approximate time commitment for learners (in terms of hours) should be included. If similar materials already exist, information on if/how these materials would be enhanced (when compared to similar versions) should be included. An in-depth description of the design components listed here should be included: Educational Resources – videos, webinars, articles, textbooks, symposiums, online training, podcasts, electronic applications, etc. The timeline for the creation of these materials must be realistically achievable in a 12-month project term. Development Methodologies – utilizing evidence-based practices and input from self-advocates in working with the I/DD community (i.e., having self-advocates co-develop the resources). Funding Information Grants of $100,000 (each) for 1-year period will be awarded. Eligibility Criteria Section 501(c)(3) public charities such as Healthcare, Community, and/or Disability organizations are eligible to apply. Proposals submitted as a collaborative project or partnerships among multiple entities are welcome. The role of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. In the event that a collaborative project is submitted, a lead organization must be selected (by the applicant) for the proposed project. The lead organization is responsible for executing MOUs between themselves and the collaborating organizations. For more information, visit WITH Foundation.

Delmarva Power, together with its program administrator Delaware Nature Society (DelNature), is pleased to announce the 2024 Sustainable Communities Grant Program, providing $35,000 in funds to support open space and resiliency projects across its Delaware and Maryland service area. Donor Name: Delaware Nature Society State: Delaware, Maryland County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Delmarva Power’s Sustainable Communities Program has provided more than $235,000 in grants to fund sustainability projects across Delaware and Maryland since 2020. The Sustainable Communities Grant Program will administer grants of up to $10,000 each to support projects that display a compelling impact on one or more of the following: Open Space Preservation  Conservation & Habitat Improvements  Environmental Conservation  Community Resiliency, including:  Community Engagement and Education Regarding Resiliency  Purchase of Energy Storage Solar Installation Including Mobile Solar Units The Sustainable Communities Grant Program encourages communities to prepare for the impacts of more severe weather with projects that strengthen natural systems and/or demonstrate innovation in providing a safe and reliable resource for a community during a time of emergency. Climate change is real. While they are doing part to combat climate change, they all need to prepare for a world with more extreme weather and less predictability. Eligibility Criteria Municipalities, recreational authorities and nonprofits in the Delmarva Power service area can apply for a Sustainable Communities grant each year. For more information, visit Delaware Nature Society.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Baltimore Life Companies. Donor Name: The Baltimore Life Companies State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Baltimore Life Companies have viewed community involvement as responsibility, not only through financial support of local organizations, but through our employees’ commitment to volunteerism. To further demonstrate belief in good corporate citizenship, Baltimore Life has established a community grants program to help nonprofit organizations enhance the quality of life in communities—Delaware, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, and the surrounding communities—where employees live and work. Funding Information Grants of up to $500 will be awarded to multiple organizations. Eligibility Criteria All organizations applying for a grant must be certified by the Internal Revenue Service as not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) organizations. Exceptions may be made for non-profit organizations operating under the direction of government agencies, such as public libraries, senior centers, homeless shelters, etc.  Baltimore Life will consider proposals from organizations addressing family, safety, and community enhancement issues in the communities served by local offices. Examples of eligible programs include child safety education, community clean-up campaigns, and neighborhood watch activities, etc.  Baltimore Life seeks to fund specific programs rather than supporting general operating expenses. Priority is given to ambitious organizations that already have “volunteer power” in place but need financial support to implement their specific home-grown projects.  Churches and synagogues, as well as parochial and public schools, may also apply if their “umbrella” organizations have tax-exempt status, and as long as the grants are used for non-religious programs that benefit the community.  The following groups are NOT eligible for grant consideration: individuals, government agencies seeking funding for municipal services, and religious organizations requesting funds for sectarian activities. The following activities are not eligible for grant consideration: deficit spending, fund raising, advertising, political campaigns, scholarship programs, trips, tours, and sporting events/tournaments.  Recognizing that hundreds of groups in each community need support, Baltimore Life usually does not award more than one grant to any organization during the calendar year.  Since some communities are served by more than one of local offices, applying organizations should apply for a grant from only one of office locations. For more information, visit The Baltimore Life Companies.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Office of Spill Prevention and Response (CDFW‐OSPR) is seeking grant applications to help fund projects that enhance, restore, or acquire habitat for wildlife, with available funding totaling $5,000,000. Donor Name: California Department of Fish and Wildlife State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/11/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: These grant funds come from CDFW-OSPR’s Environmental Enhancement Fund (EEF), which acquires funds from spill violations in accordance with California’s Lempert-Keene-Seastrand Oil Spill Prevention and Response Act. The EEF selection committee includes representatives from the California Coastal Conservancy, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, and CDFW‐OSPR. To qualify, an environmental enhancement project must meet all of the following requirements: Is located within or immediately adjacent to waters of the state, as defined in California Government Code (of Section 8670.3); Has measurable outcomes within a predetermined timeframe. Is designed to acquire, restore, or improve habitat or restore ecosystem function, or both, to benefit fish and wildlife. Funding Information The selection committee is seeking projects with a minimum requested grant award of $500,000. Projects must be completed by April 1, 2031. Eligibility Criteria  Nonprofit organizations, cities, counties, cities and counties, districts, state agencies, and departments; and, to the extent permitted by federal law, to federal agencies. All eligible groups and projects are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit CDFW.

The Health Foundation of Greater Massillon (HFGM) is seeking applications to ensure resources would always be available to support health and wellness programs and initiatives in Western Stark, Northern Tuscarawas and Eastern Wayne counties. Donor Name: Health Foundation of Greater Massillon State: Ohio County: Stark County (OH), Tuscarawas County (OH), Wayne County (OH) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The mission of the Health Foundation of Greater Massillon is to enable health status improvement, wellness activities and community well-being by investing in nonprofit organizations that provide services in their communities. HFGM has been part of Stark Community Foundation’s family of donors since 2016, when the private foundation transitioned to a supporting foundation. Eligibility Criteria Eligible applicants must be a tax-exempt private agency, 501(c)(3) organization (that is recognized as a public charity) or government entity. Proposals must directly impact residents living in Western Stark County (Beach City, Bethlehem Township, Brewster, Canal Fulton, East Greenville, Jackson Township, Lawrence Township, Massillon, Navarre, North Lawrence, Perry Township, Richville, Sugarcreek Township, Tuscarawas Township, Wilmot), Northern Tuscarawas County (Bolivar, Strasburg) and/or Eastern Wayne County (Dalton, Orrville, Wooster). Proposals must demonstrate well-planned programs and activities that promote physical, emotional and mental health. Proposals are not normally approved to support overhead and/or administrative costs not directly associated with the proposed project or program, annual appeals or membership drives, fundraising projects, religious organizations for religious purposes, travel for individuals or groups (if that is the primary focus), endowment funds, individuals or groups or lobbying activities. For more information, visit HFGM.

The Rose Community Foundation is pleased to announce the funding opportunity for nonprofit organizations in the Greater Denver region. Donor Name: Rose Community Foundation State: Colorado County: Adams County (CO), Arapahoe County (CO), Boulder County (CO), Broomfield County (CO), Denver County (CO), Douglas County (CO), Jefferson County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The foundation seeks to fund a diverse slate of organizations engaging in equity-focused policy and advocacy work. Applicants may work at the state level, the local level or both and may pursue short- or long-term policy objectives. They aim to support policy efforts across a range of issues, representing a broad spectrum of approaches, perspectives, and populations served.  This grant cycle is intended to support Greater Denver’s diverse and dynamic ecosystem of organizations that leverage policy and advocacy efforts to help local communities furthest from opportunity create conditions for equity, justice, inclusion and engagement. Types of support  General Operating Support. To provide maximum flexibility for nonprofit organizations engaging in policy and advocacy work, They anticipate that most grants will be for general operating support. Program or Project Support. Organizations that have a primary organizational focus that does not include policy and advocacy should apply for policy-specific program funding. Non-policy work will not be considered through this grant opportunity. Organizations that do national or multi-state work should apply for program funding and specify that grant dollars would be used exclusively for local activities or statewide efforts that benefit region. Organizations applying on behalf of a coalition are required to apply for program funding. 501(c)(4) organizations are required to apply for program funding to distinguish from candidate or partisan work, which the Foundation cannot fund. Any grant applicants may opt to have funding structured as program support if that is preferred. Please note: Organizations that receive program or project support will be required to report direct and grassroots lobbying expenses, as applicable. Funding Information  Funding amounts will typically range from $15,000 to $75,000. Grant Duration  Most grant lengths will be one year. Eligibility Criteria This opportunity is open to nonprofit organizations – 501(c)(3)s and 501(c)(4)s – or fiscally sponsored projects serving the seven-county Greater Denver region (Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson counties) or advancing statewide policy efforts that benefit those within that catchment area. Local/municipal, state and federal government agencies are not eligible for this opportunity. Organizations funded through donor-advised funds or giving circles at Rose Community Foundation are eligible for this opportunity, if other eligibility requirements are met. Organizations that house endowments at Rose Community Foundation are eligible to apply, but like all other applicants, are not guaranteed a grant award. Organizations that have received a separate grant from Rose Community Foundation in 2024 are unlikely to receive funding via this opportunity. They encourage organizations that think they may still be eligible to meet with Ray Barrie-Kivel, policy and advocacy manager, before beginning their application. Organizations that have active multi-year grants from Rose Community Foundation are not eligible for this opportunity. Rose Community Foundation has multiple open RFPs every year, and They encourage organizations that think they could be a fit for more than one opportunity to speak with a member of grantmaking team before beginning their application. For more information, visit Rose Community Foundation.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area that deliver essential services and enriching programs in health, education, arts, and community development.

The Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) is currently accepting applications for its Small-Town Grant Program. Donor Name: Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation State: Minnesota County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Small Town Grant Program seeks to invest in collaborative initiatives which improve the way your community works together, solves challenges, creates a welcoming community and sense of belonging for all. SMIF seeks proposals which focus on collaboration throughout the project and will impact the culture, education, economy and/or social aspects of your community. Funding Information  Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation offers up to $10,000. Grant Period 12 Months. Geographic Areas Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation serves south central and southeastern Minnesota which includes 20 counties, 175 communities and one Native nation. This includes the counties of Blue Earth, Brown, Dodge, Faribault, Fillmore, Freeborn, Houston, Goodhue, Martin, Le Sueur, Nicollet, Mower, Rice, Olmsted, Steele, Sibley, Waseca, Wabasha, Winona and Watonwan, as well as Dakota Oyate (Prairie Island Indian Community). Eligibility Criteria  Eligible organizations are units/agencies of government, IRS-designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (current status, not pending), and public institutions (public schools, public higher education, etc.) Organizations which do not comply with the above status may seek a fiscal agent who holds one of the above legal statuses. Exclusions Individuals, businesses, or other for-profit organizations General operating expenses and expenses not directly related to the project Programs or services mandated by law Routine maintenance Campaigns or endowments For more information, visit SMIF.

The Rock Charitable Fund of the Northern New York Community Foundation is accepting applications to support from qualified charitable organizations, houses of worship, cemeteries, or governmental entities that serve St. Lawrence County residents. Donor Name: Northern New York Community Foundation State: New York County: Saint Lawrence County (NY) 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: Grant funding is available to organizations whose missions and efforts align with the fund’s charitable purposes, which are:  To benefit or assist veterans of the United States military with their medical or recreational needs who live in St. Lawrence County;  For the maintenance and preservation of churches, houses of worship and cemeteries in St. Lawrence County; and  For the preservation and maintenance of places of legitimate historical significance in the county.  Funding Information  At least $100,000 in grant funding is available. Grant Period Up to 3 years. Eligibility Criteria Organizations that have received a grant award from this fund must wait three years before applying again for new funding. Awards to support veterans may only be made to qualified veteran organizations and cannot be made directly to individuals. However, grants are not restricted to Veterans Service Organizations and can be awarded to any nonprofit to help with programs or initiatives that directly support veterans. For more information, visit Northern New York Community Foundation.