Louisiana grants for Nonprofits

The 2024 Beautification Matching Grant Program, offered by the City of Valdez Beautification Commission, provides a financial incentive to local businesses and commercial property owners. This program aims to improve the business environment for investors and enhance the overall appearance of Valdez for both residents and visitors. Now in its ninth year, the program has expanded its reach to include eligible properties outside the core downtown district, demonstrating a commitment to widespread community improvement. The primary goal of the matching grant program is to enhance the overall aesthetics of Valdez. This is achieved by improving the quality of building and structure façades, which in turn is expected to attract more local residents and visitors to shop, eat, and conduct business in the city. The program also encourages businesses to invest in additional aesthetic and design improvements, such as landscaping and art, fostering a more vibrant and appealing urban landscape. A key focus of the program is to encourage and incentivize property and business owners to reinvest in their community. This includes strengthening the local economy by promoting the utilization of local vendors, contractors, and materials for improvement projects. The grant offers a rebate to cover up to 50 percent of improvement costs, with a maximum reimbursement of $12,500 per building. For larger projects, such as those involving corner buildings or spanning multiple lots, a maximum reimbursement of $25,000 may be requested. Eligible properties are located in specific zoning districts: Central Business District, General Commercial, Waterfront Industrial, and Light Industrial. To qualify, properties must be used primarily for business purposes, be current on property taxes, and have no open code violations. The expected outcomes include a noticeable upgrade in the appearance of commercial areas, increased local economic activity due to enhanced business settings, and a stronger sense of community investment and pride, all contributing to Valdez's overall appeal and economic vitality.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, municipalities, and community organizations in Louisiana to engage youth in community service projects that develop leadership skills and promote volunteerism.

The Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) Micro-Grant Program, a collaboration between the City of New Orleans and the Greater New Orleans Foundation, is designed to empower young individuals aged 15-24 to address urgent climate challenges within their community. This initiative is part of a larger effort supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, aiming to activate youth-led projects that align with the New Orleans Climate Action Plan. The program's core mission is to foster environmental stewardship and facilitate tangible climate solutions at a grassroots level, thereby directly contributing to the city's broader environmental goals. The primary beneficiaries of this micro-grant program are youth between the ages of 15-24 residing in Orleans Parish, whose projects are intended to directly benefit the City of New Orleans. The program seeks to engage and mobilize this demographic, providing them with the financial resources and support necessary to translate their innovative ideas into impactful climate action. The overarching impact goal is to cultivate a new generation of environmental leaders and to implement effective, youth-led initiatives that tackle critical climate issues within the community. Projects funded through the YCAF Micro-Grant Program must align with one or more of the New Orleans Climate Action Plan priorities. These key areas of focus include Energy Efficiency, Transportation, Nature-Based Solutions, Circular Economy & Waste Reduction, and Data, Research & Engagement. This ensures that all supported initiatives contribute to the city's established climate strategy, maximizing their collective impact. The program prioritizes projects that demonstrate clear objectives and a strong potential for achieving measurable results in these critical areas. Successful applicants will receive micro-grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000, distributed through the Greater New Orleans Foundation in August/September 2024. These funds can be utilized for various project-related expenses, such as materials, equipment, and community outreach activities. The expected outcomes include the successful implementation of diverse youth-led climate projects, increased community engagement in climate action, and a measurable reduction in environmental impact across the specified priority areas. While the document does not explicitly detail the Greater New Orleans Foundation's strategic priorities or theory of change, its partnership in this program strongly indicates an alignment with community development, environmental sustainability, and youth empowerment.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Orleans Parish for citywide tree planting projects, contributing to the goal of planting 40,000 new trees by 2030.

Grant Opportunity: LEH Rebirth Grants Funding Organization: Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH) Contact Information: Contact LEH grants staff for assistance Award Details: Grant awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. LEH may award partial amounts. Matching cost share in cash or in kind is required. Eligibility: Humanities-based organizations operating within the 64 parishes of Louisiana are eligible to apply. Eligible organizations include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, public-facing organizations within accredited institutions of higher learning, state and local government agencies, and state or federally recognized Native American tribal governments in Louisiana. Organizations reaching underserved populations are encouraged to apply. Program and Intent: LEH Rebirth Grants support programmatic initiatives focused on the humanities. Eligible projects include public humanities programs, documentary photography, podcast and radio projects, humanities-based festivals and exhibition development, digital humanities projects, speaker series, assistance with publication projects, and humanities-based educational initiatives. Projects must involve the participation of credentialed humanities scholars. Application Timeline: Applications open on April 1 each year, with decisions announced in July. Rebirth project activities should be implemented between September 1 and October 31 of the following year. The application period for 2024 Rebirth Grants is April 1 to May 1, 2024. Funding Guidelines: Humanities scholars must play a central role in all phases of the project. Projects must focus on topics and themes drawn from the humanities or bring the analytical potential of the humanities to bear on current concerns. Programs must provide a balance of viewpoints, target public audiences, involve community representatives, and avoid advocacy and bias. LEH does not fund certain types of projects, such as creative and performing arts, research exclusively for scholarly audiences, scholarships, and political action. Nonprofit status is required, and cost share is expected. Evaluation and final reports are required for funded projects.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.

This funding opportunity provides up to $25,000 to Louisiana-based nonprofits for innovative projects that improve community health and well-being.

The Greater New Orleans Foundation's Impact Special Funding Grant Program is designed to support organizations specifically engaged in health and youth development work within the Greater New Orleans region. This initiative aligns with the foundation's broader mission to foster the health and vibrancy of communities by investing in key areas that promote well-being and growth, particularly for underserved populations. The grant program seeks to empower non-profit organizations that are actively contributing to the community's overall health and the positive development of its youth. Target beneficiaries for this program include individuals and communities in high need within the Greater New Orleans region, particularly those benefiting from health and youth development services. The program aims to achieve significant impact by supporting organizations that demonstrate strong leadership, sound fiscal management, and a proven track record of success. Through these grants, the foundation intends to foster environments where equity is prioritized, community members are actively involved as leaders, and advocacy for underserved groups is robust. The program's priorities and focuses are clearly defined, emphasizing several key areas. Preference is given to organizations that exhibit strong leadership at both staff and board levels, coupled with good fiscal management practices. A growing track record of success is also a critical factor. Furthermore, the foundation prioritizes a commitment to equity for high-need communities, thoughtful involvement of community members as leaders, and significant contributions to community health and vibrancy. Advocacy on behalf of underserved communities at various levels (community, legislative, judicial, executive) is also a strong focus, as is the creative engagement of multiple stakeholders to generate new public support for non-profit work. Expected outcomes include enhanced health and youth development services, increased community well-being, and strengthened non-profit capacity within the Greater New Orleans area. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in terms of quantitative targets, the emphasis on a "growing track record of success" and "key contributions to the health and vibrancy of the communities they serve" implies a focus on demonstrable positive change. The foundation's strategic priorities and theory of change appear to center on the belief that investing in organizations with strong internal capacities, community-driven approaches, and advocacy efforts will lead to sustainable improvements in health outcomes and youth development for the region's most vulnerable populations. The integration of individual, family, and community views into needs assessment and policy initiatives further underscores this holistic approach to creating lasting impact.

The GPOA Foundation is committed to enhancing the lives of children and youth within Orleans Parish, Louisiana, through substantial financial support to nonprofit organizations. With grants ranging from $10,000 to $20,000, the foundation focuses on operational costs of programs that directly benefit this demographic, including staff salaries and materials. Notably, the foundation is open to considering multi-year requests for three years of declining support, contingent on the organizations' impact objectives and evaluation plans. Moreover, collaborative grant requests involving up to three organizations are encouraged, aiming to foster a cooperative approach towards achieving common outcomes. Eligibility is restricted to nonprofits serving children and youth in Orleans Parish, and the foundation does not fund building or renovation expenses, equipment, event sponsorships, individual scholarships, or out-of-state programs. The GPOA Foundation prioritizes early childhood education, grade-level reading proficiency by the third grade, enrichment programs, special education, and vocational training for at-risk youth, with a vision to level the playing field for the most vulnerable segments of the community. Grant renewed every year. Annual Fall opening/closing concept paper deadline: October 1st to November 1st. Full application ONLY by invitation.

The Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF) is offering Maison Hospitaliere Grants to support indigent women in the Greater New Orleans area. This grant program aligns with the foundation's mission to address critical community needs by providing direct assistance to vulnerable populations. The grants are specifically designed to support organizations that offer living assistance and care, reflecting GNOF's commitment to enhancing the well-being and stability of women in need within its service area. The primary beneficiaries of the Maison Hospitaliere Grants are indigent women in the Greater New Orleans area. The impact goal is to provide essential living assistance and care, thereby improving their quality of life and fostering greater self-sufficiency. Eligible organizations are 501(c)(3) entities that directly serve this demographic, ensuring that the funding reaches those most in need. The program prioritizes direct services to women, offering both general operating support and program-specific support. This flexible approach allows recipient organizations to address their most pressing needs, whether it's maintaining daily operations or funding specific initiatives. The grants will range up to $20,000, providing significant financial assistance to support these vital services. The foundation explicitly states that capital projects, event sponsorships, and research requests are ineligible, ensuring that funds are focused on direct service delivery. Expected outcomes include increased access to care and living assistance for indigent women, improved living conditions, and enhanced support systems. While specific measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the focus on direct services suggests an emphasis on quantifiable improvements in the lives of beneficiaries, such as the number of women served, the types of services provided, and the duration of support. The Maison Hospitaliere Grants represent a strategic priority for the Greater New Orleans Foundation to address poverty and vulnerability among women. While a detailed "theory of change" isn't explicitly outlined, the program implicitly operates on the theory that by supporting organizations providing direct living assistance and care, the foundation can create a tangible positive impact on the lives of indigent women, contributing to a stronger, more equitable community. Faith-based organizations are encouraged to apply for programs that are secular in nature, ensuring broad participation while maintaining a focus on direct social services.

The Selley Foundation, a donor-advised fund of the Greater New Orleans Foundation, is dedicated to improving the lives of people in the Greater New Orleans area through its grant program. The foundation's mission aligns with its grant-making by primarily supporting capital needs of nonprofits, with occasional consideration for programmatic requests. This strategic focus ensures that the grants contribute to the long-term sustainability and effectiveness of organizations serving the community. The target beneficiaries of the Selley Foundation's grants are nonprofits operating within the Greater New Orleans area. The foundation aims to create a positive impact by strengthening organizations in the key areas of education, arts, and occasionally the environment. The expected outcomes include enhanced facilities and resources for educational institutions and arts organizations, leading to improved learning environments and enriched cultural experiences for the community. The foundation's priorities and focuses are clearly defined. In education, the fund supports capital items and special programs for higher learning institutions and high schools that demonstrate a record of excellence. For arts and culture, the foundation supports organizations that strive for excellence. This emphasis on excellence and capital needs reflects the foundation's strategic priority to build capacity and provide stable infrastructure for high-performing organizations. The Selley Foundation's theory of change appears to be that by investing in the capital needs and specific programs of excellent organizations in education and the arts, it can foster sustainable growth and improve the quality of life for residents in the Greater New Orleans area. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the focus on "capital needs" and "special programs" implies outcomes related to improved infrastructure, expanded capabilities, and enhanced program delivery within the supported sectors. The foundation generally does not fund athletics, annual operating budgets, special events, or fundraising benefits, further indicating its strategic focus on long-term, impactful investments.

This funding provides financial support to organizations in select states to expand early childhood education and care services for low-income infants and toddlers, ensuring they receive essential developmental, educational, and health services.

The Jazz & Heritage Presenting Grant, offered by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, is designed to create job opportunities for Louisiana performing artists. This is achieved by providing financial support to local nonprofit organizations. The core purpose of the grant aligns directly with the Foundation's broader mission: to promote, preserve, perpetuate, and encourage the music, culture, and heritage of Louisiana communities. By funding events that employ local musicians, dancers, actors, and other onstage performers, the grant contributes to the Foundation's strategic objective of supporting cultural, educational, civic, and economic activities within the state. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are Louisiana-based arts nonprofit organizations and, by extension, Louisiana-based musicians and performing artists. The impact goal is to facilitate increased employment opportunities for these artists through festivals, concerts, and other public cultural events. The grant specifically focuses on live public performance fees, ensuring that the funds directly support artists' livelihoods. This strategic focus ensures that the grant's resources are channeled into direct artistic engagement and economic support for the performing arts sector. The grant prioritizes activities that occur between September 1, 2024, and August 31, 2025, emphasizing a clear timeline for impact. Eligibility is restricted to 501(c)(3) organizations or registered Louisiana nonprofits, with individuals and commercial organizations explicitly excluded. This ensures that the funding reaches established entities committed to public benefit and cultural development. The expectation is that successful applicants will demonstrate a strong alignment between their proposed activities and the Jazz & Heritage Foundation's mission, thereby contributing to the broader cultural fabric of Louisiana. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in the number of paid performance opportunities for Louisiana artists and a greater proliferation of cultural events across the state. While specific metrics are not detailed, the emphasis on "job opportunities" and "employment opportunities" suggests a focus on the economic empowerment of artists. The Foundation's theory of change posits that by supporting nonprofit organizations in hiring local talent, it can directly contribute to the sustainability of Louisiana's unique cultural heritage and provide economic stability for its artists. The maximum grant amount of $7,500 ensures that funds can support numerous smaller-scale initiatives, fostering a broad impact across various communities and cultural expressions.

The Apache Corporation Tree Grant Program, active since 2005, is an initiative that provides trees to nonprofit charitable partners and government agencies across the United States. Its core mission aligns with environmental conservation and community enrichment, aiming to support the development and improvement of public parks and green spaces, preserve natural habitats, and facilitate reforestation efforts. The program reflects Apache Corporation's commitment to corporate social responsibility by investing in the ecological health of the communities where it operates. The program targets a broad range of beneficiaries, including cities, counties, schools, parks, universities, youth associations, wildlife refuges, and various charitable service groups. Eligible applicants are charitable nonprofit organizations or municipal, state, or federal government agencies with 501(c)(3) tax exemption status in states where Apache Corporation has operations: Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana, and Wyoming. The impact goals are centered on increasing tree cover, enhancing biodiversity, and fostering community engagement in environmental stewardship. Key priorities and focuses of the grant include providing native/indigenous tree species to the applicant's local geographical area, ensuring the sustainable growth of public green spaces, and supporting conservation efforts. The program does not provide direct funds to grantees; instead, Apache Corporation covers the cost of trees and freight delivery. Grant recipients are required to request a minimum of 50 one-gallon, three-gallon, or five-gallon trees, or 1,000 bare root seedlings, and must work directly with Apache’s partner arborist, ensuring expert guidance and appropriate tree selection. Expected outcomes and measurable results include the distribution of millions of trees annually, contributing to significant reforestation and habitat restoration. The program anticipates an increase in public green spaces, improved air quality, enhanced wildlife habitats, and greater community involvement in environmental initiatives. By partnering with a diverse range of organizations, Apache aims to create a ripple effect of positive environmental and social impact, aligning with a strategic priority to support long-term ecological health and community well-being.

The Media: Documentation & Creation Grant, offered by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, is designed to support artistic endeavors that document, create, or exhibit work interpreting the indigenous culture and heritage of Louisiana. This aligns directly with the Foundation's mission to promote, preserve, perpetuate, and encourage the music, culture, and heritage of communities in Louisiana through various cultural, educational, civic, and economic activities. The grant aims to foster projects such as art exhibits, visual art, photography, film, literature (fiction or nonfiction), Internet projects, podcasts, electronic media, documentaries, performing arts, or recordings, all contributing to the cultural landscape of the state. Target beneficiaries for this grant include 501(c)(3) organizations and registered Louisiana nonprofits, with commercial organizations being ineligible. While applicants are not required to be based in Louisiana, the proposed project's primary focus must be on an aspect of Louisiana's culture and/or heritage. The impact goal is to strengthen the documentation and artistic interpretation of Louisiana's rich cultural legacy, ensuring its preservation and continued celebration. Priorities for funding include projects that strongly align with the Jazz & Heritage Foundation's mission. Preference will be given to Louisiana-based applicants, and all grant funds must be spent within Louisiana, ensuring direct local economic and cultural benefit. The focus is on supporting activities that embody the spirit of the Foundation's mission, which broadly encompasses music, culture, and heritage. Expected outcomes include the creation and dissemination of new artistic works that shed light on Louisiana's indigenous culture and heritage. Measurable results could involve the number of projects completed, the audience reached by exhibits or performances, and the overall contribution to the cultural narrative of the state. The Foundation's strategic priorities are centered on cultural preservation and promotion, utilizing a theory of change that posits by supporting artistic and cultural documentation, they can sustain and enrich the unique heritage of Louisiana for future generations. The maximum grant amount is $7,500, with a grant period from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025, allowing for a one-year duration for funded projects.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver high-quality early childhood education and family services to low-income children and families across multiple states in the U.S.

Propeller’s Impact Accelerator is a 5-month program designed to support mission-driven entrepreneurs in growing their businesses through coaching, community building, curriculum, and technical assistance. The program aims to catalyze transformational growth by connecting entrepreneurs with contract opportunities, markets, and customers. It is sponsored by the Clif Family Foundation, Capital One, Nasdaq, RosaMary Foundation, WK Kellogg Foundation, and Baptist Community Ministries, aligning with their missions to foster economic development, education, and community well-being by empowering local businesses. The Impact Accelerator targets growth-stage entrepreneurs in five key areas: community economic development, education, food, health, and water. Specifically, it supports BIPOC entrepreneurs operating brick-and-mortar establishments in underserved New Orleans corridors for economic development; early childhood education and care providers for education; CPG brands emphasizing sustainable, healthy, and affordable products for food; direct health and wellness service providers, especially those serving BIPOC clients, for health; and entrepreneurs in green infrastructure, stormwater management, native plant cultivation, and coastal restoration for water. The program's overarching impact goal is to facilitate the scaling of revenues and teams, while also embedding racial equity, social, and environmental impact goals into business operations. The program's priorities and focuses are clearly delineated within each sector. For community economic development, the focus is on Black-owned brick-and-mortar storefronts in specific New Orleans neighborhoods, aiming for job creation and community ties. In education, the priority is on increasing enrollment, growing staff, and expanding business locations for early childhood education providers. For food, the emphasis is on CPG brands that are environmentally sound, locally sourced, healthy, or have compelling social/environmental impacts, with a prioritization of BIPOC-led companies. Health focuses on direct clinical care and services impacting social and physical determinants of health, especially for BIPOC client bases, striving for increased accessibility and staff growth. The water sector prioritizes green infrastructure, urban stormwater management, native plants, and coastal restoration, seeking to increase the supply of native plants for green infrastructure. Expected outcomes and measurable results include participants setting ambitious yet achievable goals for growth and long-term sustainability, an increase in business revenues and staff, and the successful attainment of social/environmental impact goals. Entrepreneurs receive over 16 hours of lead mentor office hours for goal setting, 12+ hours of business development curriculum during meetups, and 20+ hours with subject matter experts for project assistance. Additional benefits include a detailed work plan, coaching on racial equity and impact goals, introductions to stakeholders, free coworking space, and membership in a network of over 250 alumni. These structured interventions are designed to remove growth barriers and accelerate the development of entrepreneurial ventures, leading to tangible economic and social improvements within the targeted communities and sectors.

This funding opportunity is designed to assist cultural organizations in Louisiana in strengthening their emergency preparedness and response strategies to better withstand the impacts of natural disasters.

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects that provide employment and training for young adults and veterans, helping them gain experience in environmental stewardship and resource management on public lands.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver high-quality early childhood education and family engagement services for low-income children and their families across multiple states.