Grants for County governments - State

Eligible Applicants: Local public agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations qualified to do business in California, Public Utilities, Federally and non-federally recognized Native American tribes on the Native American Heritage Commission’s list, and Mutual water companies. Eligible Uses: Eligible projects include recycled water treatment; recycled water storage, distribution, and pumping; groundwater recharge; and indirect potable reuse. Ineligible Uses: Operation and maintenance costs.  Eligible Costs: All costs necessary to determine the feasibility of using recycled water and to select an alternative to offset or augment the use of fresh/potable water from state or local supplies may be eligible for the planning grant. Eligible Communities: All community types are eligible for funding.  This includes small and large communities, non-disadvantaged, disadvantaged, and severely disadvantaged communities. For more information, please review the Water Recycling Funding Program (WRFP) Guidelines: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/grants_loans/docs/wrfp_guidelines.pdf  

This program provides financial assistance to local governments in economically distressed areas of North Carolina for infrastructure improvements that will create new private-sector jobs.

The Housing Trust Fund Corporation (HTFC) announces over $17 million in state funds for various programs, including Access to Home, Access to Home for Heroes, Access to Home for Medicaid Members, RESTORE, and the Mobile

This grant provides funding for Minnesota farmers, educational institutions, and organizations to implement and showcase innovative sustainable agriculture practices that improve energy efficiency, environmental health, and farm profitability.

This program provides funding for fire departments, fire protection districts, township fire departments, and not-for-profit ambulance services in Illinois to purchase essential small equipment they may struggle to afford.

The Tier 2 Regional Projects under the 2023 Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant aim to support larger, regional conservation-oriented, shovel-ready projects that provide recreational value and economic benefits to broader areas and multiple communities. These projects must be publicly accessible and demonstrate proven regional value. Eligible applicants include Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, municipalities, counties, nonprofits, public schools, colleges, soil and water conservation districts, and land grant associations. Projects must be completed within 24 months, with grants awarded up front and applications accepted on a rolling basis starting July 1, 2023 until funds are expended or June 30th 2024 (for FY24)

The New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) Support for Organizations grant program offers flexible general operating and programming funding for non-profit organizations across all counties in New York State. This grant aims to align with a mission of fostering a vibrant artistic and cultural landscape within the state by providing crucial financial support to organizations that contribute to the public's engagement with arts and culture. The program's design reflects a commitment to nurturing creativity and ensuring public access to diverse artistic experiences. Target beneficiaries for this grant include non-profit organizations, State or Federally recognized Native American nations, and units of local or federal government in New York State that offer arts/cultural programming open to the public. There is a strong emphasis on organizations that prioritize service to historically underrepresented communities and demonstrate conscientiousness in removing barriers to participation. The impact goals are to support well-designed, distinctive, and relevant programming that makes a significant and creative contribution to the field, artists, and/or the public, while also promoting inclusive marketing and active connections within local or artistic communities. The program's priorities and focuses are articulated through three main evaluation criteria: Creativity, Public Service, and Managerial & Financial. Creativity assesses whether programming reflects a clear artistic/cultural vision, is well-designed, distinctive, relevant, and makes a significant contribution. Public Service focuses on an organization's commitment to underrepresented communities, understanding of its service area, inclusive marketing, and community engagement. Managerial & Financial criteria ensure that organizations have skilled leadership, sound financial management, best practices in governance, and clear artist compensation information. Expected outcomes include a stronger, more diverse, and more accessible arts and cultural sector in New York State. Organizations receiving funding are anticipated to deliver high-quality, impactful programming that enriches communities and supports artists. Measurable results will be assessed through the application of the three evaluation criteria. While specific quantitative metrics are not detailed in the provided information, the qualitative criteria suggest that successful outcomes will be evidenced by programming that meets organizational missions, demonstrates clear public service, and is underpinned by strong managerial and financial practices. Awards range from $10,000 to $49,500, indicating a strategic allocation of resources to support a broad spectrum of eligible organizations.

The Prop 302 Maricopa County Marketing Grant Program provides funding to municipalities/destination marketing organizations (DMOs) to promote tourism in Maricopa County. Financial Notes: Each eligible applicant's award will be calculated based on DOR percentages for lodging and rental car revenues generated within the eligible applicant's municipality. Once awarded, a projected award will be provided. AOT will provide an updated projection at the mid-year. Awards are provided in 12 monthly installments. Please note, that due to the nature of these funds, the final award amount may be less or more than the original projection.

This program provides financial support to local governments, conservation groups, and nonprofits in Colorado to improve fishing access and enhance aquatic habitats for public angling.

This grant provides funding to organizations focused on implementing suicide prevention programs specifically targeting adult males aged 25 to 59 in high-burden counties across Ohio.

The Rancho Cucamonga Community & Arts Foundation (RCCAAF) offers Community Arts Grants designed to support and enhance arts programs, events, and activities within Rancho Cucamonga. The foundation's mission, though not explicitly stated as a "mission statement," aligns with fostering community engagement and providing accessible arts experiences for residents. The grant program directly serves this purpose by funding initiatives that bring art to the community, thereby enriching the cultural landscape of Rancho Cucamonga. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant program include community-based non-profit organizations, local schools, and individual artists or groups. The overarching impact goal is to provide arts programs, events, and activities that benefit Rancho Cucamonga residents, or anyone seeking arts experiences within the city's borders. This broad scope ensures that a wide range of individuals and groups can access and participate in artistic endeavors. The program prioritizes a variety of arts-related projects. These include one-time arts projects such as murals, art installations, public art contests, and exhibits. It also supports start-up for new arts organizations, clubs, and performance groups, as well as new school-based arts programs that expand student experiences and provide community benefit. Additionally, the grant funds programs, events, or performances available to the public, the purchase of equipment or supplies to enhance arts programs, and community-accessible arts events like festivals. Expected outcomes and measurable results are addressed through the selection criteria, which include evaluating the proposal's project goals and objectives, community need and benefit, future funding to sustain the program, and an estimated project line-item budget. While specific quantitative metrics for "measurable results" are not detailed in the provided text, the emphasis on a project timeline and evaluation method suggests an expectation of tangible progress and successful implementation of funded initiatives. The grant's duration of one year and project period from July 1, 2024, to June 1, 2025, indicate a focus on short-to-medium term impact.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Illinois-based organizations that assist small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs with essential services like business planning, financial analysis, and access to capital, particularly in underserved and rural areas.

This program provides matching funds to Utah-based organizations for out-of-state marketing initiatives that promote tourism and enhance the state's brand.

This funding opportunity supports the development of advocacy training programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in New York State, promoting self-advocacy and inclusion while establishing a statewide network for ongoing support and collaboration.

This funding program provides financial support to improve tourism attractions and events in Illinois, helping local economies thrive by increasing visitor engagement.

The Volunteer Firefighter Pension Fund Program supports local governments in offering retirement benefits to attract volunteer firefighters. Eligible entities include municipalities with populations under 100,000, fire protection districts, county improvement districts with volunteer fire department members, and counties contributing to a volunteer pension fund. These entities must have active, pension-eligible volunteer firefighters and have contributed tax revenue to the pension fund in the previous year. The program provides a state match for contributions from eligible entities, which is determined based on a statutory calculation. Applications are accepted annually from September 1 to October 31. The program also includes Accidental Death and Disability Insurance for all volunteer firefighters in Colorado, covering on-duty activities and travel to and from events. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual opening/ closing deadlines: September 1st to last business day of October

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and federally recognized tribes in California to strengthen their cybersecurity measures and enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure and public services.

Grid Enhancement Grant Subaward Program Program Description The Grid Enhancement Grant Subaward program allocates funds for utility infrastructure investments in Arkansas. Leveraging federal funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), this program aims to modernize and strengthen America’s power grid, particularly against natural disasters, while fostering economic development within the state. The funding will support projects delivering direct benefits to Arkansans by bolstering grid resilience, mitigating outages during disasters, and promoting investments in the state’s grid workforce. Program Objectives Funds provided through this subaward program are intended to achieve the following objectives: Increase the Reliability of the Arkansas Electric Grid Achieve Whole Community Impact Support the Development of the State’s Grid Workforce For further details on these objectives, refer to the state Program Narrative below. Eligible Entities Eligible applicants encompass Arkansas electric utilities such as investor-owned electric utilities, electric cooperatives, and municipal electric utilities. Additionally, electric grid operators, electricity storage operators, electricity generators, transmission owners or operators, distribution providers, and fuel suppliers are eligible. Timeline Application period opens: April 2, 2024. Deadline for proposal submission and SF-424 form: 5 PM CT, Friday, July 19, 2024. DFA encourages eligible entities to review the application, guidance, and FAQ document promptly. Questions should be directed to [email protected] by April 30, 2024. DFA will respond to broadly applicable questions by updating the FAQ document due to the program's competitive nature. For additional information or inquiries, please contact [email protected].

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in California to create and expand service opportunities specifically for young men and boys, promoting their engagement in community service and personal development.

The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services is offering a grant of $100,000 to $500,000 for a 3-year period to expand access to substance use disorder treatment and transitional services in local and regional jails, with priority given to facilities that currently lack such services.