Georgia Law Justice and Legal Services Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and school districts in Georgia to develop programs that prevent at-risk youth from entering the juvenile justice system through community-based interventions.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities in Georgia that offer services and programs aimed at preventing sexual assault and assisting victims.

This funding opportunity supports charitable organizations and government entities that provide programs for at-risk and underserved youth in the Augusta Judicial Circuit, focusing on education, mentoring, health, and self-sufficiency.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the metro Atlanta area focused on preventing evictions and assisting individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational entities in Georgia to improve access to justice and legal education for individuals in need, particularly those experiencing poverty and youth involved in the justice system.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Georgia counties for local juvenile courts to implement community-based programs that help prevent juvenile offenders from reoffending and reduce reliance on out-of-home placements.

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 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 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 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 opportunity is designed to support non-profit organizations in Georgia that provide intervention services and educational programs aimed at preventing sexual assault and assisting victims.

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

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

The City of Powder Springs is seeking applications for its Neighborhood Beautification Grants to encourage visual improvements to neighborhoods, including entrances and common spaces and exteriors of buildings. Donor Name: City of Powder Springs State: Georgia County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Project funding is limited to a maximum of $4,000.00 project with a minimum grant of $500.00. Project Guidelines Eligible work is limited to exterior improvements to common areas, entrances, and buildings in single-family residential neighborhoods and multi-family residential properties within the limits of the City of Powder Springs. Priority will be given to projects that are highly visible to the public, contribute to improving the appearance of the community and promote the historic and/or unique character of the area. Project examples would include, but are not limited to, installing neighborhood identification. Signage, organizing neighborhood cleanups, constructing playground equipment in a vacant or public area and planting a community garden. Projects must be appropriate for the existing structures and location (similar or complementary in design, scale, style, color, materials, and finish) and consistent with the location’s current uses. Projects must conform to City codes, zoning, and subdivision regulations. Ineligible projects include roof repairs or replacement, security systems, general maintenance (except exterior painting), interior improvements, purchase of personal property or equipment, or projects where work has already started. Important: Projects must be fully completed by April, 1, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Homeowners associations, neighborhood organizations, and similar neighborhood-based organizations are eligible to apply. Such organizations must be open to anyone living in the neighborhood who meets the membership requirements, and membership must be targeted to a specific geographic area. Community organizations are not eligible (such as Civitan, Boy Scouts, etc.) Multi-family residential property owners are also eligible to apply. The location to be improved must not be in violation of any City codes. Applicant must not be a party in any active lawsuit with the City of Powder Springs. Applicant must be current on all City taxes, permits, fees, levies, fines and penalties owed to the City. Ineligible entities include government-owned entities; entities owned or managed by elected or appointed officials of Powder Springs or Cobb County or by family of any of these officials; any entity suspended or disbarred from participation in federally funded projects. For more information, visit City of Powder Springs.

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 Chatham County Hospital Authority (CCHA) Trust announces a $1.2M grant funding opportunity and invites nonprofit and for-profit organizations providing preventative health care services to the indigent population in Chatham County, Georgia, to apply for funding through a competitive grantmaking process. Donor Name: Chatham County Hospital Authority Trust State: Georgia County: Chatham County (GA), Chattooga County (GA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: United Way of the Coastal Empire (UWCE), as a seasoned community grantor, will administer the CCHA Trust Grant. While United Way will facilitate the grant process, CCHA will retain full decision-making authority.   The purpose of the CCHA Trust Grant is to provide preventative health care services to the indigent population of Chatham County, Georgia.   Areas of Focus Must address at least one of CCHA’s focus areas: Behavioral and mental health services Health screenings Dental hygiene care Specialty care services (e.g. diabetes) Patient advocacy and navigational resources Funding Information Individual grant awards will not exceed $250,000. Eligibility Criteria Must serve indigent Chatham County, Georgia residents “Indigent” is defined, for this purpose, as households at or below 138% of the Federal Poverty Line in alignment with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The current income level for this funding cycle is equal to $20,783 per person or $43,056 for a family of four. Must provide documentation to certify client household income and location. Organization/entity must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or for-profit business with accompanying business licensing and certifications. Must provide proof of insurance (e.g. nonprofit liability insurance or for-profit malpractice insurance certificate). Organization/entity complies with the USA Patriot Act and all federal and state laws concerning discrimination based on age, race, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, economic status, disability, cultural heritage or national origin. For-profit entities must provide: Most recent tax returns Last completed income statement (profit and loss) Balance sheet Last completed audit, compilation, or review  Non-profit entities must provide: Most recent tax returns Last completed income statement (profit and loss) Balance sheet Last completed audit, compilation, or review Organization/entity complies with all CCHA Trust eligibility requirements and bylaws. Organization/entity has a conflict-of-interest policy. Grant funds cannot be used for capital campaigns or fundraising events. As a condition of accepting funding, Grantees must report data and outcomes through a mid-year and final report. For more information visit CCHA.

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) of Lawrenceville has announced the Façade Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Lawrenceville State: Georgia City: Lawrenceville Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: DDA of Lawrenceville, Georgia, serves as a resource to City Council for the purpose of revitalizing downtown through smart land use planning, land banking, recruitment & retention of business to the area and the strategic execution of the people’s vision to be a vibrant and inclusive urban center.  Businesses within the Downtown Entertainment District are able to apply and receive reimbursement for expenses incurred during renovations performed on the exterior façade. Façade renovations are any projects that enhance or update the exterior of the building such as painting, restoration, stabilization, awning additions, improved signage, etc.  Eligibility Criteria Project must be located within the Downtown Entertainment District Reimbursement is only for expenses incurred during renovations performed on the exterior façade The project must also comply with all applicable building, development, zoning regulations, and ordinances. Subject to review of Planning and Development If the property is part of the National Historic Register, the Building  Inspection Department will not issue a permit allowing change without a preservation review Reimbursement is for half (up to $2,500/grant) of the total project cost Grant is void if approved work is not completed within twelve months of approval For more information, visit City of Lawrenceville.

The 2023 Property Tax Relief Grant is a one-time grant proposed by Governor Brian Kemp to refund $950 million in property taxes to homestead owners in Georgia. The grant, also known as the Homestead Tax Relief Grant, was signed into law on March 13, 2023. The Department of Revenue has been allocated $950 million to reduce the assessed value of Georgia homesteads by $18,000. To receive the grant, property owners will see a $18,000 reduction in the assessed value of their property. Local tax officials will notify the Department of Revenue of the anticipated revenue, and the Department of Revenue will issue credits to the local taxing authorities. The grant does not apply to rental properties and is only available to homesteads claimed by Georgia taxpayers before the April 1 deadline. It is important to note that the Property Tax Relief Grant is different from a homestead exemption. Georgia offers various homestead exemptions, including exemptions for seniors over 65, disabled veterans, and surviving spouses of public safety officers. The grant program was created in the late 1990s and discontinued after the 2008 Recession, but it has been reinstated due to the State's excess reserves. The grant does not provide a paper check or direct deposit, but rather appears as a reduction on the property tax bill.