Arizona grants for Nonprofits

This funding opportunity provides financial support for conservation projects aimed at protecting and recovering endangered and threatened species across the United States, targeting eligible applicants such as state and local governments, educational institutions, tribal organizations, and nonprofits.

The Piper Fellows program, funded by the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, is designed to support and revitalize nonprofit leaders. This initiative directly aligns with the foundation's mission by acknowledging the demanding nature of nonprofit leadership and offering opportunities for professional development. The program provides up to six fellowship awards annually, each offering up to $30,000 for professional development to outstanding leaders of nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations. This direct investment in leadership aims to strengthen the nonprofit sector within Maricopa County, Arizona, which is a key strategic priority for the Piper Charitable Trust. The primary target beneficiaries are experienced leaders of nonprofit organizations serving Maricopa County, specifically those that have been operating for a minimum of 10 years in critical sectors such as human services, health, education, arts and culture, or religious organizations. The impact goal is to enhance the professional capabilities of these leaders, thereby strengthening their organizations and ultimately improving the quality and reach of services provided to the community. By fostering individual growth, the program seeks to create a ripple effect that benefits the wider community served by these organizations. The program prioritizes a personalized approach to professional development, encouraging Fellows to design their own plans that can include educational programs, visits to model sites, and meetings with leaders across the nation. This focus on tailored development ensures that the learning is relevant and impactful for each individual and their organization. Additionally, the fellowship includes a $10,000 grant for staff and board development within the Fellow's organization, and eligibility for an Organizational Enhancement Award of up to $50,000 after fellowship completion. These additional grants underscore the foundation's commitment to holistic organizational improvement alongside individual leadership development. Expected outcomes include enhanced leadership skills, improved organizational management, and increased capacity for innovation within participating nonprofits. Measurable results would be reflected in the successful completion of professional development plans, the effective utilization of staff and board development grants, and the successful application and implementation of Organizational Enhancement Awards. The foundation's theory of change posits that by investing in the professional growth and organizational capacity of established nonprofit leaders, they can foster more resilient, effective, and impactful organizations that better address the needs of Maricopa County residents. The program emphasizes that continued employment of the Fellow is crucial for the grant-related awards, ensuring the investment benefits the organization long-term.

This grant aims to fund the deployment of 50 Starlink units to enhance telecommunications and internet services in rural tribal areas, thereby improving veterans' access to employment, health, legal, and social services, with a detailed budget required outlining expenditure on each line item.

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations, tribal governments, and public agencies to train community members and professionals in recognizing and responding to opioid overdoses with naloxone, aiming to reduce opioid-related fatalities in Arizona.

The Thiru Family Trust Momentum Maker Grant Program, supported by the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement, aims to foster social connection and community to protect mental health in Arizona. This initiative directly aligns with the foundation's mission to inspire new paths to mental health and well-being. By focusing on destigmatizing loneliness and overcoming social isolation, the program addresses critical aspects of mental health that can significantly impact individuals and communities across the state. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant are Arizona-based non-profit organizations and academic institutions. The impact goals are centered on creating and supporting projects that reduce social isolation and promote a sense of belonging, thereby improving the mental well-being of Arizona residents. The grant seeks to inspire new approaches and solutions to these pervasive issues within the state. For 2024, the program's explicit priority and focus is on destigmatizing loneliness and overcoming social isolation. This targeted approach ensures that funding is directed towards initiatives that directly address these specific challenges, which are recognized as significant contributors to mental health issues. The grant seeks to fund projects that offer innovative and effective strategies to build stronger social connections within communities. Expected outcomes include the development and implementation of projects that demonstrably increase social connection and reduce feelings of loneliness among participants. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the focus on "destigmatizing loneliness and overcoming social isolation" implies a need for programs that can track participation, engagement, and self-reported improvements in social connectedness and mental well-being. The funding of $75,000 to support a single project suggests a desire for impactful, well-defined initiatives with clear objectives. The foundation's strategic priorities, as evidenced by this grant program, clearly center on public health and community well-being, specifically in the realm of mental health. Their theory of change appears to be rooted in the idea that by fostering social connection and addressing isolation, mental health outcomes can be significantly improved. By providing grants to eligible organizations, the foundation empowers local efforts to create meaningful change at the community level.

Glendale Pandemic Response Small Business Assistance Program in Arizona offers grants for working capital, including payroll, lease payments, business loan payments, utilities, and inventory. The program also provides access to high-quality webinars and workshops in English and Spanish, offering practical tips for small businesses to improve their economic position, recover from interruptions/closures, and mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, tribal governments, and non-profit organizations in Arizona to enhance urban and community forestry initiatives that promote tree planting, care, and climate resilience.

The purpose of this program is to support programs, projects, and events that will benefit Arizona's veterans. Through this program, the funding agency intends to engage the community and veterans services organizations in the efforts to inform Arizona's 600,000 veterans about benefits and lawfully assist them in their claims for benefits. Generally, supported initiatives must be compatible with the following objectives: Veteran Employment Veteran Health/Mental Health Legal Women/Minority Veteran-Specific Issues Veteran Homelessness Tribal or Rural Transportation Social Determinants of Health Financial Notes: Total Funding for this grant is $50,860.00

The Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) announces funding availability for the FY2022 and FY2023 HUD Recovery Housing Program funds totaling $1,924,820 for Arizona's Balance of State. This grant aims to provide a voluntary, safe, substance-free, and temporary living environment for up to 24 months for low-income individuals recovering from substance use disorders. The program supports the construction, acquisition, and/or rehabilitation of recovery housing facilities and emphasizes wrap-around services in a non-treatment setting. Eligible activities must be ready for implementation within 30 days of the funding agreement, with priority given to projects in counties with higher drug overdose mortality rates. The application deadline is June 14, 2024, and applications will be accepted immediately.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Arizona to deliver direct counseling services to parents grieving the violent loss of their children.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit theater organizations in select Western U.S. states for professional productions that address contemporary social issues and engage diverse audiences.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for government agencies, non-profits, and tribal entities in Arizona to deliver evidence-based home visiting services to low-income pregnant individuals and their families, aiming to improve maternal and infant health outcomes.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide career development programs for Black youth aged 14-24 in designated NBA markets.

This grant provides funding to organizations working to improve environmental justice and community resilience in underserved areas of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Hawaii by addressing issues like air quality, water contamination, and public health disparities.

The GrowBoston grant program offers a total of $15,000 to nonprofit organizations to support outreach and community-building events related to urban agriculture. The primary goal of this grant is to engage Boston residents more deeply in existing urban agricultural resources and broader urban agriculture activities. These events must be open to the public and focus on activities such as gardening, farming, food forest stewardship, beekeeping, henkeeping, and the consumption of locally-produced food. This initiative aligns with a mission to foster community engagement and education around sustainable food practices within urban environments, directly contributing to local food production and awareness. The target beneficiaries are Boston residents, with a particular focus on engaging them in various aspects of urban food production. The impact goals include increasing public participation in urban agriculture, enhancing community connection to local food systems, and promoting a greater understanding of sustainable living practices. The program prioritizes events that are planned for spring or summer 2024 and are specifically focused on Boston-based food production or urban agriculture. Examples of eligible events include garden-opening events, farm or food forest "open houses," and farmers market opening days, as long as they highlight urban agriculture. The expected outcomes of this grant program are a more engaged and informed Boston populace regarding urban agriculture. Measurable results could include the number of events hosted, the total attendance at these events, and the diversity of urban agriculture topics covered. While educational components are not mandatory, their inclusion would further support the program's objectives. The overarching strategic priority is to strengthen Boston's urban food ecosystem by encouraging community participation and utilizing existing resources effectively. The theory of change behind this grant program is that by funding accessible, public events focused on urban agriculture, GrowBoston can increase residents' engagement and knowledge, leading to a more robust and sustainable local food system. By supporting community-building initiatives, the program aims to cultivate a sense of collective responsibility and participation in urban food production. Allowable uses of funding include event supplies, food, non-alcoholic beverages, entertainment, and outreach materials, with up to 10% for indirect/administrative costs. This ensures that the grants directly facilitate event execution and community outreach, reinforcing the program's core objectives.

This funding opportunity is designed to support high school clubs in Casa Grande that are seeking to create innovative arts and culture projects.

Wavemaker Arts Grants are available to arts non-profit organizations providing inclusive arts and culture programming in Tempe (501c3 status required). The Community Arts Grants Program supports a commitment to advancing Tempe as a vibrant and progressive community for cultural and artistic activity, and aims to fulfill the following recommendations from the Arts and Culture Plan: Increase and promote Community-Initiated Arts projects Support community festivals celebrating cultural diversity Continue, expand and enhance informal arts programming provided in community settings Amount: Up to $10,000 – no match required Deadline: July 1, 2024 How to Apply: All applicants are required to meet with Maja Aurora, Community Arts Manager, before completing the application. Schedule a meeting and find the application at www.tempe.gov/artsgrants Expectations: Project must take place in Tempe between September 1, 2024 - July 30, 2025. Requests may include services of artists, professional services, stipends, supplies, production costs, space rentals, food, marketing and/or printing. Project structures may include: Performances Residencies/Workshops Festivals/Arts Events Eligibility: Non-Profit organizations providing arts programming in Tempe (501c3 status required) Applicants are only eligible to receive one Community Arts Grant per year (September 1-June 30)

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Cochise and eastern Santa Cruz Counties that are developing innovative health and wellness projects to improve community well-being through collaboration and new approaches.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Southern Arizona to enhance mental health services and community programs for underserved populations in high-need counties.