New Jersey grants for Independent school districts

This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for training programs that help women and minority residents of New Jersey enter and succeed in construction trades, with a focus on equitable access and job placement.

This program provides funding to New Jersey employers and organizations to develop and expand apprenticeship opportunities in high-demand sectors, promoting economic mobility and inclusion for underrepresented populations.

This grant provides funding to New Jersey local education agencies to improve teaching practices and student learning about artificial intelligence in K-12 schools.

New Jersey's Electric School Bus Grant Program aims to transition the state's school bus fleets to electric power, reducing the reliance on fossil fuel-powered buses that constitute over 99% of the 21,700 registered school buses. This initiative seeks to improve the health of students and residents in communities by funding electric school bus implementation. Eligible applicants include school districts that own buses and school bus contractors working with schools, focusing on promoting equity across different regions and prioritizing applications from Overburdened Communities. The program provides $15 million annually for three years, with application details and more information available through provided webinars and the program’s dedicated webpage.

This grant provides funding to three selected New Jersey school districts to enhance career and technical education programs, helping high school students gain skills and credentials for in-demand careers.

The Global Engagement Center (GEC) is soliciting applications to conduct quantified and qualified research into the scope and scale of foreign propaganda and disinformation within games and game-adjacent platforms, specifically focusing on Eastern Europe. This initiative aligns with the GEC's broader mission to counter foreign state and non-state propaganda and disinformation, by fostering a deeper understanding of these activities in emerging digital spaces. The program seeks to shed light on how these platforms are leveraged for malign influence campaigns, thereby strengthening global resilience against such threats. Upon completion of the research phase, the program aims to convene a diverse group of stakeholders, including governments, industry representatives, and civil society organizations. This convening will serve as a platform to disseminate the research findings and facilitate discussions on the implications and related research. This approach underscores the GEC's strategic priority of promoting collaborative responses to disinformation, leveraging shared knowledge and expertise across sectors. The primary beneficiaries of this program are the governments, industry, and civil society organizations that will utilize the research findings to inform their strategies and counter-disinformation efforts. Ultimately, the program seeks to benefit the populations in Eastern Europe and beyond who are targeted by foreign propaganda and disinformation. The impact goals include enhancing the collective understanding of the disinformation landscape in gaming, fostering cross-sectoral collaboration, and enabling more effective countermeasures against foreign malign influence. The program's priorities and focuses are clearly on rigorous, evidence-based research into a novel and critical area of disinformation. It prioritizes understanding the "scope and scale" of these activities, indicating a focus on comprehensive data collection and analysis. Expected outcomes include a detailed report on foreign propaganda and disinformation in gaming platforms, increased awareness among stakeholders, and the initiation of informed discussions and potential collaborative actions to address these threats. Measurable results could include the publication of the research, the number and diversity of participants in the convening, and subsequent policy or platform changes inspired by the findings.

This funding provides financial support to local education agencies for implementing depression screening programs for middle and high school students to improve early intervention and mental health support in schools.

This program provides funding to eligible nonprofits and educational institutions in New Jersey for purchasing bottle filling stations to promote access to clean drinking water and encourage sustainable hydration practices.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to New Jersey counties, municipalities, and school districts for improving public recreational facilities, particularly in underserved communities.

The William Penn Foundation is offering Climate Resilience Planning Grants to support community-driven, place-based climate resilience plans. This initiative aligns with the foundation's broader mission to foster a sustainable and vibrant future by addressing critical environmental challenges. By focusing on planning efforts, the foundation aims to empower communities to proactively adapt to the impacts of climate change, thereby strengthening their long-term resilience and well-being. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are residents living in census tracts designated as overburdened and underserved by the Council on Environmental Quality’s Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool, located within the cities of Philadelphia or Camden. The impact goal is to advance equitable climate resilience planning, ensuring that vulnerable communities are at the forefront of developing solutions that address their specific needs and vulnerabilities. The foundation seeks to support plans that will primarily serve these populations, promoting environmental justice and fostering a more equitable distribution of resources and protective measures against climate impacts. The program prioritizes projects occurring in Philadelphia or Camden, with a particular interest in plans that will serve overburdened and underserved communities. While organizations proposing projects in partnership with others will be considered on their individual merits, the most competitive proposals are expected to demonstrate robust partnerships that leverage complementary strengths, resources, and expertise. This focus on collaboration underscores the foundation's strategic priority of fostering collective action to tackle complex environmental issues effectively. Expected outcomes include the development of comprehensive, community-driven climate resilience plans that are tailored to the unique contexts of Philadelphia and Camden. Measurable results could include the creation of actionable strategies for climate adaptation, increased community engagement in resilience planning, and the establishment of strong, collaborative networks among organizations working on climate issues. The foundation's theory of change likely posits that by investing in robust planning and fostering partnerships, communities will be better equipped to implement effective resilience strategies, ultimately leading to a more climate-resilient region and improved quality of life for its residents.

This grant provides $100,000 to nonprofit organizations in New Jersey for new or expanded initiatives that demonstrate measurable community impact and sustainability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for K-12 schools, nonprofits, and local governments in the Delaware Bay watershed to implement hands-on environmental education programs that promote student engagement and community involvement.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

This program provides funding to New Jersey public schools and colleges for tree planting projects that address climate change, improve local environments, and create educational opportunities.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods for improving local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible play spaces for community youth.

This grant provides funding to community organizations, educational institutions, and local governments in New Jersey to create events that honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through meaningful and inclusive programming.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, libraries, K–12 schools, and local government units in Mercer County, New Jersey, to enhance community-based arts initiatives and operations.

This funding initiative provides financial support for the preservation and restoration of historic properties in Bergen County, New Jersey, aimed at ensuring their longevity and community relevance.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving their services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities through strategic investments in planning, staff development, and technology.