Nevada grants for Nonprofits

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and legal entities in Nevada to support educational programs, public service initiatives, and pro bono legal services that enhance the legal community and accessibility to justice.

This grant provides financial support to Nevada-based nonprofit arts organizations to help cover essential operational costs and strengthen their arts programming over a two-year period.

This grant provides funding to small community organizations in Nevada for projects that celebrate and promote folk arts and cultural traditions within specific communities.

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Fernley, Nevada, to initiate or expand tourism-related projects and activities that promote the city’s attractions and resources.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Nevada for projects that improve wildlife habitats and promote conservation efforts.

This grant provides financial support to local non-profit organizations in Henderson and surrounding areas to enhance their community impact.

This grant provides financial support to Nevada-based nonprofit organizations that assist military members, veterans, and their families, promote health and wellness, and foster youth development through impactful community programs.

This funding opportunity supports Nevada-based nonprofit organizations and public institutions in providing arts education programs and artist residencies for individuals of all ages, enhancing community access to the arts.

This funding opportunity supports tourism marketing initiatives in rural Nevada communities, helping local governments and non-profits promote their unique cultural and recreational offerings to boost economic growth.

This program provides funding to local food businesses in Nevada to strengthen the food supply chain and support projects that enhance processing, distribution, and infrastructure in distressed communities.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Southern Nevada that provide programs focused on improving educational success, workforce readiness, and essential community services for families in need.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in projects that protect and improve the water quality and resources of the Truckee River and its watershed.

This funding opportunity supports Nevada-based nonprofit organizations and public institutions in executing arts and cultural projects that benefit local communities.

This grant provides funding to public agencies and non-profit organizations for projects that protect and improve the natural environment of the Lake Tahoe Basin.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and government entities in Douglas County to address the impacts of the opioid crisis through various community-focused initiatives and support services.

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada accepts proposals for grants from the Dream Tags Charitable Fund. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Northern Nevada State: Nevada County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Dream Tags Charitable Fund provides funding to engage Nevadans in wildlife conservation by focusing donated funds to restore resilience in at-risk Nevada habitats with strategic collaborative projects for sustained impact that supports the preservation, protection, management, or restoration of big game, other wildlife, and their habitat. To be considered for funding, project proposals must demonstrate measurable impact in accordance with this purpose. Applicants must be registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit agencies, nonprofit educational institutions, or governmental entities. Projects must be performed in Nevada. Grants are typically paid on a reimbursable basis for actual expenditures.  Eligibility Criteria  To be eligible for funding, grantees must adhere to the following requirements: Monies are to be used and/or disbursed exclusively for the charitable uses and purposes. The Dream Tags Fund shall be used exclusively to provide support for the preservation, protection, management or restoration of Nevada’s big game and wildlife habitat The Charitable Beneficiaries may include 501(c)(3) organizations and governmental entities. Any grants to governmental entities must be made exclusively for public benefit purposes. All grantees will be required to sign a grant agreement stipulating their agreement with all of the terms, conditions, and reporting requirements. To maintain eligibility to receive grant funds, each Charitable Beneficiary must comply at all times with the following requirements: Charitable Beneficiaries must be exempt from federal income taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Code; Charitable Beneficiaries shall use all Fund distributions toward projects that are appropriate and legal public expenditures; Charitable Beneficiaries must provide financial details and/or reports of their organizations upon request; Charitable Beneficiaries must not use any Fund distributions for political contributions or political advocacy; Charitable Beneficiaries must implement the projects, activities, and/or programs for which they received Fund distributions as agreed upon in the grant acceptance agreement or must return all such distributions to the Community Foundation forthwith; Charitable Beneficiaries must provide the Community Foundation with quarterly reports detailing the activities of their projects and/or programs; and Charitable Beneficiaries must sign an agreement regarding their compliance with the qualifications hereof. Project Evaluation Criteria Each proposal will be evaluated on criteria that include but are not limited to: Measurable outcomes in accordance with the exclusive goal of the Dream Tags Charitable Fund. Monitoring and reporting to learn from the project and track project accomplishments. Closeness of project focus to areas of funding emphasis (on-the-ground habitat improvements). Readiness of sponsoring organization to undertake and complete project. Opportunities to partner with others to leverage funds and accomplish larger outcomes. Consistency with established Dream Tags Charitable Fund operations (timeline, match, etc.). Impact on preservation, protection, management, or restoration of Nevada’s big game and wildlife habitat Absence of negative or unintended consequences. Solutions to known problems as identified through past research and monitoring. For more information, visit CFNN.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to designated STEM schools in Nevada for professional development, educator stipends, and materials to enhance high-quality STEM education.

The Southern STEM Network Grant VI, administered by the Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation, and Technology (OSIT), aims to support innovative initiatives that help develop an educated, skilled, and diverse STEM workforce in Southern Nevada. Projects should address increased participation in high-quality STEM programs from underserved groups, raise awareness about STEM opportunities, and ensure high-quality STEM education with engaged business partners across all counties, cities, and districts. Funding is available up to $50,000, with applications due by June 28, 2024. Eligible projects include pilot programs, scaling up existing programs, or extending successful initiatives from other regions.

The Rural STEM Network Grant VI, administered by the Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation, and Technology (OSIT), aims to support innovative initiatives that help develop a diverse workforce in Rural Nevada with the skills and education needed by STEM industries. Projects should address increased participation in high-quality STEM programs from underserved groups, raise awareness about STEM opportunities, and ensure high-quality STEM education with engaged business partners across all counties, cities, and districts. Funding is available up to $50,000, with applications due by June 28, 2024. Eligible projects include pilot programs, scaling up existing programs, or extending successful initiatives from other regions.

The Northwestern STEM Network Grant VI, administered by the Nevada Governor’s Office of Science, Innovation, and Technology (OSIT), aims to support innovative initiatives that align with the objective of developing a diverse talent pool to meet the employment needs of Northwestern Nevada’s evolving STEM industries. Projects should address equity in STEM, raise awareness about STEM opportunities, and ensure high-quality STEM education with engaged business partners across all counties, cities, and districts. Funding is available up to $50,000, with applications due by June 28, 2024. Eligible projects include pilot programs, scaling up existing programs, or extending successful initiatives from other regions.