Private Science and Technology Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in South Santa Clara County for projects that positively impact areas such as education, technology, and the arts.

The Artist Opportunity Grants (AOGs) program, administered by the Arizona Commission on the Arts, aims to support Arizona artists in pursuing unique professional growth opportunities. The core mission of this grant aligns with fostering artistic development and entrepreneurship within the state. It provides financial assistance to artists across all disciplines and career stages, enabling them to engage in activities that significantly impact their careers. The primary beneficiaries of the AOGs are individual artists aged 18 or older and residing in Arizona. Organizations are not eligible to apply. The program seeks to achieve significant impact in three key areas: introducing artists' work to new audiences, developing new artistic skills, and fostering artistic entrepreneurship. The overarching goal is to enhance the professional trajectory and sustainability of Arizona's artistic community. The program prioritizes opportunities that expose artists' work to new audiences, raise their artistic profile, or allow them to present their work in a significant way. It also focuses on skill development through activities such as conferences, artist residencies, workshops, fellowships, master classes, or apprenticeships. Furthermore, the grant supports entrepreneurial expansion, covering expenses like marketing material production, website development, professional fees (e.g., lawyers, accountants), and practice-related capital expenses, including equipment purchases, materials, services, and rental fees. Expected outcomes include artists successfully presenting their work to broader audiences, acquiring new artistic skills, and strengthening their entrepreneurial capacity, ultimately leading to greater professional stability and artistic recognition. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond the qualitative impact areas, the focus on "significant impact" implies an assessment of the extent to which these opportunities contribute to an artist's professional growth and reach. The funding period runs from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with artists eligible to receive one AOG every two fiscal years, indicating a strategic approach to broad and recurring support within the artistic community.

Research grants support studies that address critical gaps in our understanding of natural history and contribute to the conservation and enhancement of aquatic ecosystems and healthy habitats. FAO seeks to fund projects that advance scientific knowledge and practical solutions for environmental challenges in the region, particularly those impacting aquatic biodiversity, water quality, and healthy habitats. Eligible projects include aquatic biodiversity assessments, water quality monitoring and analysis, development and application of innovative technologies and methodologies, collaborative research partnerships across disciplines and sectors, and habitat restoration and conservation efforts. FAO prioritizes projects that can result in scalable change and impact multiple counties. The maximum funding request per project is $25,000, with a total of at least $75,000 available to award. Eligible applicants include public and nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and groups operating under fiscal sponsorship within the Muskingum Watershed and Appalachian Ohio regions. Applications must be submitted online, and supporting documents emailed to FAO by August 2, 2024. Grant decisions will be announced by September 30, 2024.

The Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia's Summer Grant Program is designed to address a diverse range of community needs through several distinct funds, each with its own focus but all aligned with the foundation's overarching mission of improving the quality of life in Western Virginia. While the specific mission statement of the foundation is not explicitly detailed, the various fund objectives clearly demonstrate a commitment to supporting vulnerable populations, promoting animal welfare, and enhancing health services and general well-being within the communities it serves. The program seeks to foster positive change by strategically allocating resources to qualified nonprofit organizations that can deliver impactful services. The program targets a broad spectrum of beneficiaries, from individuals and families facing catastrophic circumstances to victims of cancer, the elderly, children, families, and handicapped/disabled persons. Animal welfare organizations and programs promoting positive human-animal relationships are also key beneficiaries. The impact goals are multifaceted, aiming to alleviate suffering, provide essential care and assistance, prevent cruelty, advance medical research, and improve overall health and quality of life. Each fund has specific impact objectives, such as preventing cruelty to animals, supporting battered women, providing cancer care, assisting with end-of-life medical needs, and generally improving community well-being. The program prioritizes several focus areas through its various funds. The Larry Woodrow Vest Fund supports general varying needs within Floyd County. The Phalia M. and Guy M. Kinder Fund focuses on preventing animal cruelty, promoting animal welfare, and advancing research for animal diseases. The Earl D. and Carrie Leigh Doran Fund is dedicated to assisting individuals and families in catastrophic situations and supporting organizations that aid battered women. The Cancer Center Fund targets organizations providing health services, education, diagnostics, and treatment for cancer victims in the Martinsville community. The Hospice Fund offers assistance and services to needy residents in the Martinsville area with end-of-life medical needs and expenses. Additionally, the Special Interest Funds broadly support services for children and families, handicapped/disabled persons, the elderly, and initiatives promoting health and quality of life, including breast health services. The expected outcomes and measurable results, while not explicitly defined with numerical targets in the provided text, can be inferred from the stated objectives of each fund. For instance, for the Phalia M. and Guy M. Kinder Fund, outcomes would include a reduction in animal cruelty cases and advancements in animal disease research. The Earl D. and Carrie Leigh Doran Fund would aim for improved support for individuals in crisis and increased assistance for battered women. The Cancer Center Fund would expect enhanced health services and educational resources for cancer patients, leading to better diagnostic and treatment outcomes. Similarly, the Hospice Fund would contribute to improved end-of-life care and reduced financial burden for needy residents. The Special Interest Funds would see improved services for various vulnerable groups and an overall enhancement in community health and quality of life indicators. The foundation's strategic priorities and theory of change are centered on identifying critical community needs and channeling resources through established, effective nonprofit organizations. The approach is to provide grants that address specific challenges, with the belief that by supporting these targeted initiatives, a positive and lasting impact can be made on the lives of individuals, families, and the broader community. The geographic focus on Western Virginia, with specific counties and cities identified for each fund, demonstrates a strategic effort to address localized needs and maximize the effectiveness of grant funding within those areas. The eligibility criteria, which emphasize supporting qualified nonprofit organizations, further underscore the foundation's commitment to strategic and impactful philanthropy.

This grant provides up to $100,000 to nonprofit organizations for innovative projects that address critical community needs in areas such as culture, education, environment, family, and health & wellness within the Tri-State region.

The Civil Legal Counsel Projects Program (CLCPP) is an initiative by the DC Bar Foundation aimed at supporting DC-based nonprofit legal services providers. The core mission of the CLCPP is to offer eviction prevention services to low-income and underserved residents of the District of Columbia. This aligns with the Foundation's broader strategic priorities of promoting quality, efficiency, and effectiveness in the delivery of civil legal aid. The program emphasizes organizations that have robust systems for self-assessment, continuous improvement, and the ability to identify and respond to the most pressing civil legal needs of the target population. The program primarily targets District residents with low income or who are underserved, with a specific focus on eviction prevention. Impact goals include making legal services accessible to this population, increasing access to services in underserved areas, and expanding pro bono participation. The Foundation seeks to fund organizations that can demonstrate how they will reach these beneficiaries and achieve these goals, ensuring that legal services are not only provided but also effective and responsive to community needs. This includes integrating pro bono attorneys and utilizing various channels for legal information and community education. The CLCPP prioritizes proposals that address underserved areas in the District, housing-related matters, or support a shared legal services interpreter bank. Other key focuses include expanding the number of DC residents receiving legal assistance, avoiding duplication of services, and making legal assistance more accessible. The Foundation also encourages proposals that leverage its resources strategically, avoiding services that could be supported by other funding sources, and testing innovative approaches. The grant period for these projects is from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. Expected outcomes and measurable results are a critical component of the CLCPP. Funded projects are required to measure and report their performance against stated goals in areas such as legal services delivered (volume, type, number of residents assisted), outreach and training efforts (number of efforts, attendees, materials distributed), and pro bono development (attorneys recruited, trained, firms participating). Strong proposals will demonstrate ambitious yet realistic goals and adequate capacity, as well as a high likelihood of sustainability beyond the grant period, considering potential funding sources and long-term service delivery strategies. This rigorous approach to measurement and reporting reflects the Foundation's theory of change, which posits that strategic investment in quality legal aid and capacity building will lead to a more just and equitable legal system for DC residents.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is soliciting proposals to reduce whale mortality from fishing gear entanglement in Southern California. This grant directly aligns with NFWF's mission to sustain, restore, and enhance the nation's fish, wildlife, plants, and habitats for current and future generations by addressing a critical threat to cetacean populations. The program aims to provide compensatory restoration for injuries to cetaceans caused by the Refugio Beach Oil Spill (RBOS), thereby mitigating past environmental damage and fostering healthier marine ecosystems. The primary beneficiaries of this program are cetaceans in Southern California, particularly those susceptible to entanglement in fishing gear. The impact goals are to increase the capacity of the entanglement response network, improve documentation and disentanglement efforts, and broadly support activities that reduce serious injuries or mortalities from entanglements. This initiative contributes to the foundation's strategic priority of healthy oceans and coasts by safeguarding marine mammals. The program prioritizes several key areas to achieve its goals. These include directly enhancing entanglement response in Southern California, and potentially beyond if it benefits local cetaceans, coordinating with federal, state, and local resource agencies to improve the overall West Coast Marine Mammal Entanglement Response Program, and training and developing volunteer response capacity. Furthermore, proposals should outline how activities will contribute to the development of the overall capacity and infrastructure of the program. Expected outcomes include a more robust and efficient entanglement response network, a reduction in the number of entangled cetaceans, improved survival rates of entangled animals through effective disentanglement, and enhanced coordination among relevant agencies. Measurable results would likely involve metrics such as the number of successful disentanglements, the increase in trained responders, and the documented reduction in entanglement-related mortalities. An estimated $250,000 will be available for a Phase 1 project award, anticipated to last 1-2 years, with a priority geographic focus on the coastlines off Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange Counties.

This funding opportunity supports arts education projects in public schools and community settings within Fulton, Montgomery, and Saratoga Counties, aimed at enhancing hands-on learning experiences for students through collaborative artistic initiatives.

The City of Canby's 2024 Business Enhancement Grant Program aims to support local businesses within Canby city limits. This initiative aligns with a broader mission to improve and enrich the Canby community by funding projects, programs, and events that contribute to its overall vitality. The program is designed to foster a thriving local economy and enhance the quality of life for Canby residents through strategic investments. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are local businesses situated within Canby city limits, with a focus on those whose projects directly engage and support the Canby community. The impact goals include capacity building, program creation, equipment investments, and innovative or expansion programming. The program seeks to ensure that the funded activities provide tangible benefits to the community, promoting growth and engagement. The grant prioritizes projects that build capacity, encourage innovation or expansion, and create new programming. Furthermore, eligible activities must enhance and support Canby’s unique history, culture, education, diversity, arts, needed services, or community involvement. The program also encourages and fosters advances in civic engagement or community leadership and promotes community involvement with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at the forefront. Expected outcomes include a more vibrant local business sector, enhanced community services, and increased civic participation. Measurable results will be assessed based on how well projects meet the stated eligibility criteria and contribute to the program's objectives. The City of Canby has budgeted $50,000 for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, allowing eligible applicants to receive up to $2,500 for their projects, programs, or events. The focus is on ensuring that these funds generate a positive and lasting impact on the Canby community.

The Granville Community Foundation in Ohio is offering grants to non-profit organizations and public agencies for projects that enrich the lives of Granville residents, with a focus on arts, culture, education, and social services, and prioritizes initiatives that enhance quality of life, cultural opportunities, historical preservation, social support, public spaces, and youth experiences.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to dairy farms and processing facilities in select Midwestern states to promote product development, diversification, and value-added dairy innovations.

The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville's Education Fund is designed to invest in the future of the community by supporting crucial areas within education. These include early childhood development, student achievement, college and career readiness, and the overall success of the educational system. This aligns with the foundation's mission to foster community well-being through strategic investments, recognizing education as a cornerstone of future prosperity. The grant program seeks to address systemic educational needs within the Greater Huntsville area. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are students across various educational stages, from early childhood to college. The impact goals are clearly defined by the focus areas: kindergarten readiness, third-grade reading proficiency, eighth-grade math proficiency, career readiness, college readiness, and college graduation. By supporting these specific areas, the foundation aims to create a pipeline of well-prepared and successful individuals, ultimately strengthening the local workforce and civic engagement. Funding priorities emphasize projects that demonstrate high impact, reaching a broad number of students. Projects must strategically address one or more of the stated focus areas and provide clear and measurable outcomes. This highlights the foundation's strategic approach to philanthropy, where investments are expected to yield tangible and demonstrable results. The foundation's theory of change appears to be rooted in the belief that targeted interventions in critical educational junctures will lead to improved academic performance and life outcomes for students. Eligible expenses for the grant include program costs for both new and existing initiatives, reasonable staff time, and training and support for volunteers. The geographic focus is specifically on Greater Huntsville, Alabama, encompassing Jackson, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, and Morgan counties. The foundation ensures that grants are made to qualified 501(c)3 public charities, schools, religious institutions, or government agencies, reinforcing its commitment to supporting established and impactful organizations within the region. The grant amounts range from $2,500 to $5,000, indicating a focus on funding specific projects with clear objectives rather than large-scale, overarching initiatives.

The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County is launching its 2024 BUILD (building unity, infrastructure, leadership, and development) Grant Program, a direct reflection of its mission to strengthen charitable organizations within the county. This program specifically targets nonprofit agencies with an annual operating budget of $500,000 or less, aiming to bolster their capacity and infrastructure. The foundation's strategic priority is clearly to empower smaller, local nonprofits, recognizing their vital role in serving San Luis Obispo County residents. The primary beneficiaries of the BUILD Grant Program are these smaller nonprofit organizations, along with the communities they serve. The impact goal is to enhance the operational effectiveness and sustainability of these agencies, thereby improving their ability to deliver programs and services to the residents of San Luis Obispo County. By strengthening these organizations from within, the foundation seeks to create a ripple effect that ultimately benefits the broader community through more robust and impactful charitable work. The program prioritizes both general operating purposes and specific projects in several key areas. These include capacity building, staff or board training and development, communications or donor development efforts, and capital equipment improvement (such as hardware, software, or furniture). The foundation will specifically prioritize one-year grants, offering $5,000 to successful applicants. This focused approach ensures that funding directly addresses critical needs that contribute to an organization's long-term health and efficiency. Expected outcomes include improved organizational infrastructure, enhanced staff and board capabilities, more effective communication strategies, and modernized equipment, all contributing to increased operational efficiency and program delivery. While the description doesn't explicitly detail measurable results, the focus on tangible improvements in capacity, training, and equipment suggests that the foundation expects a clear, positive impact on the grantees' ability to fulfill their missions. The foundation's theory of change appears to be that by investing in the foundational strength of smaller nonprofits, it can catalyze greater community benefit and resilience in San Luis Obispo County.

The Princeton Area Community Foundation's Community Impact Grants offer financial support to nonprofits addressing the needs of under-resourced individuals and communities in specific regions of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, prioritizing areas such as food security, homelessness, education, mental health, and community building.

This funding opportunity is designed for small dairy producers in Iowa to enhance their processing capabilities through modernization and efficiency improvements.

The Madison Community Foundation's Community Impact grants are designed to advance initiatives that create long-term positive impact on the community and the lives of its residents. This aligns with MCF's broader mission to strengthen innovative or high-performing nonprofits and invest in initiatives and natural and cultural assets that foster a thriving community. The grants are aimed at improving the quality of life for residents in greater Madison through five key focus areas: Arts & Culture, Community Development, Environment, Learning, and Organizational Capacity Building. The target beneficiaries of these grants are primarily residents and organizations within Dane County, Wisconsin. For example, Arts & Culture grants support Dane County's vibrant arts scene, while Community Development grants enhance quality of life by strengthening local assets and building community bonds. Learning grants support K-12 academic achievement and out-of-school programs, and Organizational Capacity Building grants aim to strengthen the infrastructure and long-term impact of Dane County nonprofits. The overarching impact goal is to create a more vibrant, equitable, and sustainable community. The program prioritizes initiatives that demonstrate a long-term impact on residents or physical environments in Dane County, with meaningful, reasonable, and measurable outcomes. Innovative approaches to community issues are encouraged, as are projects that strengthen community assets, build self-sufficiency, attract additional funding, and utilize partnerships or collaborations. The foundation's strategic priority is to support programs that are sustainable beyond the scope of the initial grant, fostering lasting change within the community. This indicates a theory of change that emphasizes empowering organizations and initiatives to create enduring positive effects. Grants are categorized into three broad types: Program Grants for new or expanding successful programs, Capital Grants for facility and land acquisition or renovation, and Endowment Challenge Grants to build capacity and sustainability by leveraging additional funds. Eligibility requires organizations to be public charities or governmental bodies (501(c)(3) exempt), located within Dane County (with an exception for endowment challenge grants if the fund resides at MCF), and to conduct business without discrimination. This ensures that the grants support a diverse range of impactful projects while adhering to strong ethical and operational standards.

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.

This grant provides funding to support projects that improve mental health services and treatment for individuals with serious mental illness in Montana, focusing on prevention, crisis intervention, and transitional support.

This grant provides funding to support projects that empower historically underserved farming communities in the Northeast U.S. by addressing systemic barriers and promoting equitable agricultural practices.

This grant provides funding to support projects that enhance the economic viability of farmers in New York by improving operational practices, fostering innovation, and developing marketing strategies.