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The Dairy Farm Improvement & Modernization Grant
$100,000
Vermont Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2025

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to dairy farmers and related organizations in the Northeast to improve farm operations, enhance milk quality, and address climate challenges.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
A Thriving Communities Grantmaker Program
$350,000
Flourishing in Community Grantmaker
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2025

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This program provides financial support and resources to community-driven environmental initiatives in underserved areas of New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and federally recognized Indian Nations.

Environment
Individuals
Donald J. Sykes Award
Contact for amount
Atlantic County
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 9, 2024

Date Added

Aug 30, 2024

The Atlantic County award program seeks to recognize outstanding residents with disabilities who have achieved significant personal accomplishments and positively impacted the lives of others. While the context does not explicitly state a "foundation mission alignment" or "theory of change," the program's objective is clearly aligned with celebrating and acknowledging individuals who serve as exemplary citizens and contribute to making Atlantic County a better place, particularly within the context of Disabilities Awareness Month. The program aims to highlight the achievements of the disability community and promote greater understanding and appreciation of their contributions. The target beneficiaries for this program are Atlantic County residents with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Individuals of all ages are eligible for nomination. The impact goals are to honor these individuals, raise awareness about their contributions, and inspire others within the community. The program aims to foster a sense of recognition and value for residents with disabilities, underscoring their integral role in the county's social fabric. The primary focus of the program is to identify and celebrate individuals who generously give of themselves and demonstrate significant personal achievement. Nominations are reviewed by the Disability Advisory Board, which prioritizes selecting nominees who embody these qualities and serve as positive role models. The selection criteria emphasize residency in Atlantic County and having a disability, ensuring that the awards directly benefit the local community the program intends to serve. Expected outcomes include the successful recognition of deserving individuals at a public reception in October, during Disabilities Awareness Month, where they will be presented with the Donald J. Sykes Award. Measurable results would involve the number of nominations received, the number of individuals honored, and the positive publicity generated for the disability community within Atlantic County. The broader impact aims to enhance community appreciation for individuals with disabilities and reinforce a culture of inclusivity and recognition.

Community Development
Individuals
NJDA Nutrient Management Assistance Grant Program
$25,000
New Jersey Department of Agriculture (NJDA)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2025

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This grant provides financial support to New Jersey farmers and agricultural organizations for purchasing and maintaining manure spreaders, promoting shared equipment use, and implementing nutrient management practices to protect water quality.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
New Dairy Processor Start-up Grant Program
$75,000
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 5, 2024

Date Added

Aug 8, 2024

The Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC) is offering the New Dairy Processor Start-up Grant program to support new dairy processing projects across the Northeast. The core mission of this program is to foster competitive dairy processing businesses with long-term viability. This aligns with a broader strategic objective of strengthening the regional dairy industry by enabling operations of all sizes to successfully launch and sustain their products in the marketplace. By focusing on start-up operations and tangible implementation, the NE-DBIC aims to facilitate direct economic impact and product innovation within the dairy sector. The program targets several key beneficiaries, including dairy farmers ready to begin processing, value-added entrepreneurs with proven experience in dairy processing or business startups, and dairy processors established after January 1, 2023, who are in their start-up phase. The impact goals are centered on developing these businesses, supporting their entry into the market, and ultimately contributing to the economic vitality of the Northeast dairy industry. By providing financial assistance for start-up operations, the program seeks to create new opportunities for dairy-related businesses and products. The program's priorities and focuses are clearly on tangible implementation rather than earlier stages like research and development, concept development, or initial planning. This indicates a strategic emphasis on getting products to market and establishing sustainable business models. Eligibility criteria further refine this focus, requiring applicants to be headquartered or based in the Northeast, demonstrate proof of concept, have a robust business plan, obtain necessary licenses, and show commitment from buyers or distributors by the end of the grant period. Expected outcomes include the successful launch of new value-added dairy products, the establishment of competitive and viable dairy processing businesses, and increased market access for Northeast dairy products. Measurable results would likely include the number of new businesses launched, the volume of new products brought to market, and the economic growth generated within the participating dairy sectors. The NE-DBIC's strategic priorities, as evidenced by this grant, involve direct investment in the operational start-up phase, aiming for a theory of change where targeted financial support leads to the successful commercialization and long-term sustainability of dairy processing ventures in the region.

Arts
Small businesses
2026 Individual Artist Fellowships
$31,000
Mid Atlantic Arts
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This program provides financial support to individual artists residing in New Jersey, helping them advance their creative projects across various artistic disciplines.

Arts
Individuals
Fund My Future
$2,367,200
New Jersey Department of Labor
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This program provides financial support for training and wraparound services to help low-income individuals in New Jersey gain the skills needed for better employment opportunities.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Robert E. Leet and Clara Guthrie Patterson Trust Mentored Research Award
$200,000
Health Resources in Action (HRiA)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to early-career researchers in Connecticut, New Jersey, or Rhode Island to conduct patient-oriented clinical research that addresses human diseases and health disparities under the mentorship of experienced scientists.

Health
Individuals
HEART Grant
$2,500
Union County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs (Department of Parks and Recreation)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and individual artists in Union County, New Jersey, to support cultural, historical, and educational initiatives that enhance community life.

Arts
Nonprofits
Arts Education and Program Grants
$17,500
City of Jersey City
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit arts organizations, registered arts businesses, and individual artists in Jersey City to create accessible arts programs that benefit the local community and foster economic growth.

Arts
Nonprofits
Philadelphia Foundation Common Scholarship
$5,000
Philadelphia Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This grant provides financial assistance to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students from the Greater Philadelphia area or enrolled at HBCUs, helping them cover tuition expenses based on demonstrated financial need.

Education
Individuals
Restore Trenton! Grant
$4,000
Trenton Historical Society
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides funding for the exterior rehabilitation of residential properties over 50 years old in Trenton, prioritizing those owned by local residents and located in historic districts.

Community Development
Individuals
Arts and Cultural Organizations in New Jersey
$30,000
City of Jersey City
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, arts businesses, and individual artists in Jersey City to enhance arts education and community engagement through publicly accessible programs.

Arts
Nonprofits
Leeway Transformation Award
$15,000
Leeway Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2025

This award provides $15,000 to women, trans, and gender nonconforming artists in the Greater Philadelphia area who have dedicated at least five years to using their art for social change.

Arts
Individuals
C2C Trenton Creative Network Grant
$2,500
Creek to Canal Creative District
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 27, 2025

This grant provides funding to artists and creative businesses in Downtown Trenton to support community-focused projects that enhance the local cultural landscape.

Arts
Individuals
Trenton Arts Fund
$5,000
Princeton Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 16, 2024

This grant provides financial support to Trenton-based arts, culture, and history organizations, as well as individual artists, to enhance the city's cultural landscape and engage the community, particularly its youth and families.

Arts
Nonprofits
Local Filmmaker Fund
Contact for amount
Independence Public Media Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support and development resources to filmmakers in the Greater Philadelphia area, helping them enhance their projects and skills while promoting community-focused storytelling.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Individuals
Stardust Fertility Foundation Grants
$15,000
Stardust Fertility Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 10, 2024

This grant provides financial assistance for fertility treatments to Jewish couples and individuals residing in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York.

Health
Individuals