Georgia grants for County governments

This funding opportunity is designed to assist local and state law enforcement agencies in the Northern District of Georgia in implementing initiatives to reduce gun violence and improve community safety.

This program provides financial support to local governments in Georgia for purchasing essential equipment and technology to enhance the capabilities of first responder agencies like police, fire, and emergency medical services.

This grant provides matching funds to non-profit organizations in Georgia for various historic preservation projects, such as restoring building exteriors and upgrading safety systems.

This grant provides funding to local governments in Georgia to develop projects that increase recycling, reduce waste, and divert recoverable materials from the solid waste stream.

This funding provides financial support to local governments in Georgia to enhance accountability courts and implement peer support programs aimed at reducing gun violence among at-risk individuals.

This funding provides financial support to local organizations and government entities in Georgia to implement programs that reduce gun violence by addressing behavioral health needs and promoting rehabilitation over incarceration.

This grant provides financial support to visual artists residing in specific Georgia counties, enabling them to advance their creative projects without restrictions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to schools and educators in Georgia to improve outdoor learning experiences for preK-12 students through various initiatives like professional development, schoolyard enhancements, and field trips.

Governor Brian P. Kemp has allocated up to $110 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to address backlogs of court cases in Georgia, especially those involving serious violent felonies. This funding aims to help courts, prosecutors, public defenders, and related agencies by providing resources for additional staff, temporary workspaces, and facilities to handle the backlog. Priority is given to superior courts dealing with serious violent felony cases due to their impact on public safety and the judicial system. The Judicial Council of Georgia's Ad Hoc Committee on American Rescue Plan Act Funding (ARPA Committee) will oversee the distribution of $96 million in ARPA grants to authorized trial courts, appellate courts, prosecutors, and related agencies, excluding municipal courts. An additional $14 million is allocated to public defenders and managed by the Georgia Public Defender Council. The next application period for these grants is expected from August 30 to September 20, 2024, with further application periods scheduled depending on the needs of the Judicial Branch. Award decisions from committee meeting on November 8th. Be aware, this grant have a really short period of time for application, around 15 to 20 days top

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities and educational institutions in Georgia for implementing strategies outlined in the Regional Water Plans, requiring a matching contribution from applicants.

The Georgia Health Initiative invites organizations embarking on advocacy projects that improve the health of people in Georgia. Donor Name: Georgia Health Initiative State: Georgia County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/04/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The overarching goal of this RFA is to support non-profit partners who are advancing advocacy initiatives to bring about change at a systems level. This may involve transformation of processes, power structures, policies, and/or relationships that determine how resources and services are distributed. Through the 2024 Building the Field of Health Advocacy grant program, the Initiative aims to support projects that: Identify emerging opportunities to advance health equity in Georgia at the systems level, either locally or statewide.  Elevate community voices to educate decision-makers on health-related issues of importance. Bolster the capacity of non-profit organizations to engage in effective advocacy efforts, including research, policy development, coalition building and mobilization, community education, and strategic communications.  Strengthen the overall field of health advocacy in Georgia Funding Information The Initiative anticipates investing a total of $1.2 million to support advocacy efforts aimed at advancing health equity in Georgia. Organizations can apply for up to $75,000 for activities to be implemented within a project period of up to 12 months in duration. Eligibility Criteria Eligible organizations must:  Be a tax-exempt public charity as qualified by the IRS under section 501(c)(3), a state or local government agency, or a coalition/collaborative using a fiscal sponsor.  Work in Georgia on behalf of Georgians.  Align with the mission, vision, and values of Georgia Health Initiative.  Project funds can be requested for the following:  Salary and benefits of staff working on the project  Project-related equipment  Other direct expenses  Consulting fees Project-related travel costs  Indirect expenses For more information, visit Georgia Health Initiative.

The Georgia Council for the Arts is seeking applications for its Cultural Facilities Grant Program to support the construction, renovation, or acquisition of an arts facility, or the addition of equipment to support arts programs. Donor Name: Georgia Council for the Arts State: Georgia County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Cultural Facilities Grants provide support for capital projects for arts facilities in Georgia. Arts-based programming may include, but is not limited to: Performing arts (dance, music, theatre, musical theatre, opera, storytelling, puppetry, and performance art) Visual arts (two-dimensional, three-dimensional, photography, and digital) Media arts (film, video, and audio) Literary arts (poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction) Folk & traditional arts (music, dance, theatre, storytelling, and crafts) Public concerts or performances Multidisciplinary arts projects Education in any of the arts fields referenced above, including workshops, demonstrations, classes, and field trips Artist guilds, communities, and residencies Arts service organization programs, including professional development or capacity building Artist residencies The following areas fall outside of GCA’s definition of arts-based programming: Humanities (history, religion, philosophy, languages) Social sciences (sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, geography) Sciences (physics, chemistry, biology, zoology, botany) Culinary arts Fashion Martial arts Sports or recreation Magic shows, circus arts, balloon twisters, parades, fireworks, reenactments Body art (face painting, body painting, tattoos) Non-arts recreation (inflatable jumpers, petting zoos, 5K races or other athletic events) Topiary or landscape art Interior design or beautification Funding Information FY25 Cultural Facilities Grants will receive an award that could range from $10,000 to $75,000. Project Period Project that will be carried out between November 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria All eligible applicants must be located in Georgia, registered with the Georgia Secretary of State, and must have completed all requirements of any previous GCA or State of Georgia grant awarded prior to 2024. Previous recipients of the Cultural Facilities Grant are eligible to apply in 2024 due to the additional funds available from ARP funds awarded by the State of Georgia. Eligible applicants must be one of the following: a non-profit arts organization registered with the IRS (to be defined as an arts organization, the entity must include the arts as part of the mission statement and more than 50% of programming must be arts-related) a local government entity (i.e. a city, county or local authority) that owns and manages an arts facility For more information, visit GCA.

The Georgia Council for the Arts is excited to announce the 2024 Vibrant Communities Grants to support single art projects such as an art exhibit, a theatre production, a series of workshops for children, or an artist residency. Donor Name: Georgia Council for the Arts State: Georgia County: Selected Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The Georgia Legislature allocated funds to GCA specifically to increase the reach of arts grants across the state. These grants are intended to fund arts programs in as many counties as possible. Some examples of projects that could be funded by the Vibrant Communities grant are concerts, theatre productions, class field trips, art exhibits, murals, art festivals, or art classes. In addition, due to the ongoing impact of COVID on arts programs, GCA is including online programs to the list of program types eligible for Vibrant Communities Grant funding. Funding Information Vibrant Communities Grant applicants may request no more than $5,000 and no less than $1,000. Project Period Propose an arts project that will be completed between October 15, 2024 and June 1, 2025. Eligible Projects Eligible projects could include, but are not limited to: performances (theatre, dance, music, musical theatre, opera, storytelling, puppetry, and performance art; may be in person or virtual) art exhibits (two-dimensional, three-dimensional, photography, and digital) media arts presentations (film, video, and audio literary arts readings (poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction) folk & traditional arts performances or exhibitions (music, dance, theatre, storytelling, and crafts) public art (murals and sculpture) outdoor performances arts festivals multidisciplinary arts projects education in any of the arts fields referenced above, including workshops, classes, demonstrations, and field trips artist residencies (in person or virtual) arts integration STEAM (arts integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) in-school (or virtual) programs for students transportation and admission for field trips (must be within the applicant’s county) a classroom residency by an artist (in person or virtual) arts programs with seniors (in person or virtual) arts programs with Veterans or military populations (in person or virtual) arts programs in hospitals or residential care facilities arts programs with incarcerated individuals professional development related to arts program development or arts management (in person or virtual) capacity building for arts programs or arts organizations (in person or virtual), such as hiring a consultant to address specific organizational needs (creating a strategic plan/development plan; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, etc.) Eligibility Criteria Eligible organizations located within the following counties may apply: Atkinson, Bacon, Baker, Banks, Barrow, Bartow, Ben Hill, Berrien, Bleckley, Brantley, Brooks, Bryan, Burke, Butts, Calhoun, Candler, Catoosa, Charlton, Chattahoochee, Clay, Clayton, Clinch. Coffee, Columbia, Cook, Coweta, Crawford, Crisp, Dade, Dawson, Decatur, Dodge, Dooly, Early, Echols, Effingham, Elbert, Emanuel, Evans, Franklin, Glascock, Gordon, Grady, Habersham, Hall, Hancock, Haralson, Harris, Hart, Heard, Houston, Irwin, Jasper, Jeff Davis, Jefferson, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lamar, Lanier, Laurens, Lee, Liberty, Lincoln, Long, Macon, Madison, Marion, McDuffie, McIntosh, Meriwether, Miller, Mitchell, Monroe, Montgomery, Murray, Oglethorpe, Paulding, Peach, Pickens, Pierce, Polk, Pulaski, Quitman, Randolph, Schley, Screven, Seminole, Spalding, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taliaferro, Tattnall, Taylor,  Terrell, Towns, Treutlen, Turner, Twiggs, Upson, Walker, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Webster, Wheeler, Wilcox, Wilkinson, Worth An eligible applicant organization must be physically located in one of the Georgia counties listed above and must be one of the following: A non-profit organization that has been designated as a 501(c)3 organization by the IRS and is registered with the Georgia Secretary of State A local government entity (state and federal government entities are not eligible to apply) A public library A school, college or university Eligible Applications Eligible Applications must: Propose an arts project that will take place within the county in which the applicant is located. Include a 50% cash match for the grant request amount in the budget. Not include programming that promotes a specific religious doctrine or political party or candidate. Be the only application from an eligible organization. Multiple applications from the same applicant will not be considered for funding. For more information, visit GCA.

The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) is pleased to announce the Gang Activity Prosecution Grant Program. Donor Name: Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) State: Georgia County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/29/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The purpose of the FY 2025 Georgia Gang Activity Prosecution Grant program is to support state and local efforts to prosecute gang-related activity. Successful applicants must clearly identify and explain how their project will assist in creating safer communities by prosecuting gang activity. The program is based on risk-driven, capabilities-based, strategic plans that outline high-priority needs relating to gang activity prosecution. For these plans to be effective, government officials and elected leaders, working with the whole community, must consider how to sustain current capability levels, while also addressing potential gaps. Funding Information The State of Georgia set aside $1,250,000 in funds from the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 state budget for a competitive grant to facilitate gang activity prosecutions in the state.  The period of performance will be from September 19, 2024 to May 15, 2025. Criteria Eligible applicants for the GAP grant are State of Georgia law enforcement agencies, prosecuting attorneys, or nonprofits primarily focused on gang prosecutions. Examples of eligible entities are State Agencies, Judicial District/Circuits, County Sheriffs, and Police Departments. For more information, visit GEMA/HS.

The Clayton County Tourism Authority (CCTA) is pleased to announce the FY24 Tourism Grant Program designed to enhance visitor and tourism promotional efforts, and tourism product development for Clayton County. Donor Name: Clayton County Tourism Authority (CCTA) State: Georgia County: Clayton County (GA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/09/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Tourism Grant assists entities with tourism marketing, promotion, tourism product development, attractions, special events, and festivals that will foster local economic impact through tourism ultimately resulting in increased visitation from outside of the Clayton County area and higher destination appeal. The Clayton County Tourism Authority administers the grant with funding from a portion of the local hotel/motel tax held by Clayton County government. The purpose of this grant program is to provide funds for marketing, product development, and other qualified expenses directed towards increasing the number of overnight visitors to Clayton County from outside of the area. Projects which target and support Clayton County tourism drivers and the Clayton County Tourism Authority’s strategic priorities and audiences will be given special consideration. Clayton County Tourism Drivers African American History and Culture Diversity and Inclusion Clayton County Local and International Culinary Scene Film Festivals Funding Information The maximum grant request is $75,000.00. Allowable Expenses Development of new events or major exhibits and activities Out-of-market tourism advertising/marketing or promotion including digital, social media, print, television, direct mail, radio, printing of brochures, inserts, display banners for events, or other types of advertising/marketing. For purposes of this grant “Out-of-Market” is considered 50+ miles outside of Clayton County. Local media outlets do not normally meet the intended purpose of the grant and will receive less consideration than media outlets located 50+ miles outside of Clayton County. Production costs of media advertising, photography, videography, website, and social media development Marketing expenses, including outside professional marketing service No more than 10% of grant funds may be used for postage Eligibility Criteria Applicants must fulfill all the following: Be an officially designated not-for-profit, governmental, or quasi-governmental entity. Have completed at least one year of fiscal operation as a not-for-profit. Must represent an ongoing, sustainable organization. Applying for funds for a non-retroactive project. No qualified entity may serve as a fiscal agent for a non-qualified entity. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to execute its project without depending on the continued financial assistance from these funds.  It should be the intention of the organization to be self-sustaining. Applicants must be located in Clayton County. Or, if it is a festival/event it must take place in Clayton County. Provide a sponsorship benefits package equivalent to the dollar amount of grant funds. Sponsorship benefits could include, but are not limited to: event tickets, website exposure, print advertising acknowledgement, press passes, etc. For more information, visit CCTA.

Cobb & Douglas Public Health offers Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Partnership Grants to assist community partners with implementing initiatives that support the 2023-2027 CHIP for Cobb and Douglas Counties. Donor Name: Cobb & Douglas Public Health State: Georgia County: Cobb County (GA), Douglas County (GA) Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: 05/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: For each strategic priority, the CHIP identifies goal areas of focus with corresponding strategies to achieve the goals. The goal areas are: access to health care; healthy behaviors (e.g. physical activity, healthy sexual behaviors, worksite wellness programs, chronic disease prevention programs, and reducing youth tobacco use); healthy eating; maternal and infant health; and mental and behavioral health. Funding Information Awards will not exceed $25,000 per applicant. Funding requests less than or equal to $5,000 will not require a 1:1 match. Criteria Grants are being offered as seed money for sustainable, non-profit initiatives that support at least one identified CHIP strategy. Awardees must address the health of residents within Cobb County and/or Douglas County. Proposed Initiatives Must: Be new or expanded efforts to improve health equity; Be collaborative in nature, including a minimum of 1 partnership, to execute the proposed project Letters of support from partnering agencies are required with the application. Align with a goal area and strategy identified in the 2023-2027 CHIP; and Include policy development activities, systems-level improvements, orbuilt environment changes. Policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) changes make healthy choices practical and available to all community members. Residents can see the benefits of this funding long after the project is completed by changing laws, shaping physical landscapes, and ensuring sustainable community improvements are made. For more information, visit Cobb & Douglas Public Health.

The IDEA Capacity Building Grant, offered by the Division for Special Education Services and Supports, aims to provide federal funds to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and Georgia Network for Education and Therapeutic Services Support (GNETS) in Georgia. The grant supports projects for students with disabilities, focusing on professional learning, high-quality instructional materials, and evidence-based interventions. The grant period is from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with funds allocated to improve literacy and ELA standards compliance.

Project WINGS is an innovative program aimed at transforming electrical and gas transmission rights-of-ways into vibrant wildlife habitats within Georgia. By providing cash grants of up to $1,500 over three years, along with professional wildlife management advice, the program encourages landowners, leaseholders, hunting clubs, wildlife organizations, and government entities to manage these corridors for the benefit of both non-game and game species. Eligible rights-of-ways include those under Georgia Power, Georgia Transmission, MEAG Power, Savannah Electric, and AGL Resources. Common practices supported by the program include chemical control of exotic plants, planting of annual or perennial plants, and encouraging native vegetation through disking or mowing. Applications for the program are accepted annually from May 15 through July 15 at Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) offices. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: May 15th to July 15th.

The Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program is designed to assist persons experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless across the state. Managed by the State Housing Trust Fund for the Homeless Commission and Federal HUD, the ESG Program offers sub-awards to local government entities and non-profit organizations to deliver street outreach, emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, and related services at the local level. The program aims to operate within a continuum of assistance to help individuals and families move towards housing sustainability. It supports targeted populations, including single women, men, youth, veterans, families, and those experiencing domestic violence. Grant renewed every year.

This program provides funding to states for the construction and maintenance of facilities that help recreational boaters dispose of sewage safely and effectively.