Delaware grants for Nonprofits

This funding opportunity supports Delaware-based community organizations and municipalities in their efforts to create tobacco-free environments and reduce tobacco-related health disparities through local initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Delaware that provide services related to addiction treatment, family support, emergency housing, and homelessness prevention for vulnerable residents in Kent and Sussex Counties.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Kent County, Delaware, that provide educational and job training programs to enhance workforce readiness and economic development in the community.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Kent County that assist economically disadvantaged populations by addressing basic needs such as homelessness, hunger, and healthcare.

This funding opportunity supports educational and workforce development programs in Kent County, Delaware, focusing on preparing underserved individuals for careers in critical sectors like healthcare, construction, and technology.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Delaware nonprofit organizations facing challenges, enabling them to enhance their operations and impact through strategic planning and capacity building.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Kent County, Delaware, that promote the arts, art education, and artistic events.

This program provides financial support to small nonprofit organizations in Sussex County, Delaware, and Montgomery County, Maryland, that are delivering essential community services but have limited operating budgets.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community-benefit government agencies in Delaware to improve healthcare access and reduce health disparities for uninsured and underserved communities.

This grant provides funding to Delaware-based nonprofit organizations and government entities for community-focused arts projects that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This grant provides financial support and training to emerging arts organizations in Delaware to strengthen their management and operational capabilities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in Delaware for essential facility improvements, such as renovations and safety upgrades, to enhance their operational capabilities and accessibility.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in Delaware to help cover their annual operating expenses and ensure ongoing access to the arts for the community.

The Delaware Community Foundation offers grants ranging from $100,000 to $500,000 through Highmark's BluePrints for the Community fund, prioritizing health-related projects and services that address healthcare access, economic stability, social and community context, and neighborhood and built environment in Delaware.

The Sussex County Council in Delaware is offering Human Service Grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to established non-profit agencies in Sussex County, aiming to enhance health and human services and support programs or capital purchases, with the application deadline set for September 30, 2024.

The Caesar Rodney Rotary Foundation’s (CRRF) New Castle County Youth Empowerment Fund at the Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) is accepting applications from non-profit organizations that are seeking funding for projects to benefit at-risk youth in New Castle County. Donor Name: Delaware Community Foundation State: Delaware County: New Castle 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: Funding Information Organization doubles its commitment, offering up to $5,000 per grant. Criteria Eligible nonprofit organizations will be based in New Castle County. They should serve underserved youth and young adults aged from birth through 25 years who are at risk for not having the skills and support for a self-sufficient future.   For more information, visit DCF.

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 Excellence in Education Fund (EIE Fund) is now accepting grant applications for the 2024 cycle, aimed at supporting programs that promote workforce development and drive economic growth within Kent County. Donor Name: CenDel Foundation State: Delaware County: Kent County (DE) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Excellence in Education was created in 2019 through a generous contribution by –Statewide Workforce Development, as well as support of members of the Kent Economic Partnership, Greater Kent Committee, Delaware State News and the Kent County community. The Fund’s assets are managed by the Cendel Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and are administered by the Excellence in Education Advisory Board. EIE Fund invites public institutions, nonprofits, and civic/community organizations to submit their proposals. The Excellence in Education is interested in: Enhancing the workforce throughout the region: This includes quality and impact of the program. How many will be impacted? What is the duration of the program? Educating and broadening perspectives: What is the educational component to the program? How many will be impacted? What will those impacted learn? Economic and Community Development: Will this program serve or create a special skill set? Will this program generate some measurable economic impact? Will this promote employment opportunities in Kent County or possible relocation? Clarity of Application – The panel reviews dozens of applications each year. Applications which do not clearly outline the program, answer the questions, or are difficult to score may not be considered. Objectives and Outcomes – Does this program provide strong evidence to support achievement of stated goals? Funding Information The EIE fund will award up to $50,000 to eligible institutions and organizations. These include entities focused on educating and training individuals to fulfill the demands of present and future businesses in Kent County. Eligibility Requirements Must be a public institution or 501c3 organization with proper IRS documentation. Grant requests must be submitted on a 2024 Excellence in Education application form. For more information, visit CenDel Foundation.

The Delaware Division of the Arts awards Arts Access Grants to support the presentation of performing, visual, literary, media, or folk arts in communities throughout Delaware. These grants aim to provide experiences of artistic merit, support arts programs in new venues, foster collaboration, reach underserved audiences, and promote the creation of new works and conservation of diverse cultural traditions. Eligible applicants include municipal, county, or state government units within Delaware, and Delaware-based nonprofit organizations exempt from federal income tax under specific sections of the Internal Revenue Code. Applicants may request up to 80% of eligible expenses, not exceeding $1,250. The grants focus on projects that provide increased access to the arts, especially in underserved communities, and demonstrate effective management and marketing.

This funding opportunity supports Delaware schools and not-for-profit agencies in bringing professional artists into classrooms to enhance student learning through creative arts experiences.