New Jersey grants for Nonprofits

This grant provides financial support to New Jersey-based nonprofit organizations focused on history and humanities, helping them address specific operational challenges and enhance their stability through targeted projects.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to certified non-profit organizations in New Jersey for developing affordable housing projects aimed at low-income households.

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities and developers to create and maintain affordable housing for low and moderate-income residents, ensuring these units remain affordable for at least 20 years.

MERCER COUNTY HISTORY REGRANT PROGRAM FY25 GUIDELINES Introduction: The Mercer County History Regrant Program is a partnership initiative between the New Jersey Historical Commission and the County of Mercer. These funds are aimed at supporting historic sites, organizations, and history programs throughout Mercer County. The application process is now exclusively online through Foundant. Application Calendar: April 1, 2024: Application Open July 1, 2024: Application Deadline August 2024: Peer Panel Review September 2024: Commission Review, Administrative Review & Approval December 2024: Notification of Awards/Contracts Issued June 2025: Interim Report Update January 2026: Final Report Due Program Year: January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025 Eligibility: Eligible applicants include: Mercer County-based non-profit history organizations, societies, and sites Other Mercer County non-profit organizations offering history-related programs Mercer County-based community and educational entities, including libraries, universities, colleges, and schools Applicants must be incorporated in New Jersey, be in existence for at least two years, and be approved as a non-profit organization under the IRS's Section 501(c)(3) or Section 501(c)(4). Types of Grants: General Operating Support (GOS): Available to non-profit history organizations, providing funding for basic operating costs. Special Projects (SP): Available to non-profits and government units, supporting history events, programs, or projects related to NJ, Mercer County, or its municipalities. Match Requirements: GOS grants require a full cash match (1:1) from the applicant. SP grants require a 1:1 cash match, with 50% of the match allowed to be in the form of in-kind donations. Ineligible Expenses: Acquisitions, capital improvements, deficits, endowments, scholarships/prizes, restoration or preservation of structures, etc. Grant Payments & Reporting: Grants are distributed in two payments, with a brief update due by June 2025 and a final report due by January 2026. Final payments are made upon receipt of a satisfactory final report. Appeals Process: Organizations can appeal if their application was misinterpreted or misunderstood by the Review Panel. Appeals are reviewed by a 3-person panel of Commissioners. Notice: Grant awards are dependent on funding levels approved by the State for the New Jersey Historical Commission and County History Partnership Program. Organizations are advised to plan programming and expenditures carefully. For further details, please refer to the full guidelines available on Foundant or contact the Mercer County Division of Culture & Heritage. Grant renewed every year.

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.

This funding opportunity supports New Jersey Workforce Development Boards in creating partnerships to improve adult literacy and job skills for residents, helping them secure stable employment and achieve self-sufficiency.

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations in the Delaware Valley that offer direct services to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.

This grant provides funding to New Jersey-based nonprofit organizations that support veterans and their families by addressing critical issues such as mental health, housing, food security, and economic opportunities.

The Community Foundation of New Jersey is seeking applications for its RSI Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: Community Foundation of New Jersey State: New Jersey County: Middlesex County (NJ), Union County (NJ) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/22/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Created from the merger between Columbia Bank and RSI Bank in 2022, the RSI Foundation’s purpose is to continue the tradition of community giving that was critical to RSI Bank. RSI Foundation works together with Columbia Bank, Columbia Bank Foundation, community organizations and other charitable foundations to make a difference in the communities formerly served by RSI Bank. Focus Areas The philanthropic work is based in two areas of focus: Partnering with marginalized populations They partner with groups helping those who may be unable to meet their basic needs due to physical, mental, economic, or social circumstances or constraints. Improving neighborhood quality of life They support organizations, projects and initiatives that contribute to the health, happiness and well-being of people who live within the community. Funding Information Grant awards typically range between $2,500 – $25,000. Eligibility Criteria Organizations and programs or projects must meet all of the criteria below: Applicant organization is a tax-exempt charitable organization under section 501c3 of the Internal Revenue Code, government agency, or religious institution Applicant organization is in good standing with the IRS Applicant organization has been in operation for at least one year Applicant organization demonstrates a need for private financial support Program or project demonstrates impact in the Foundation’s geographic area of focus (Rahway, NJ and/or the surrounding communities in Union and Middlesex Counties) Program or project has direct relevance to the Foundation’s areas of focus (see Our Focus Areas) Evaluation Criteria Applications will be reviewed based on, but not limited to, the following criteria: Specific Community Need The program/project addresses a specific need in the community and falls within the Foundation’s areas of focus. Measurable Impact The program/project offers a clear, measurable impact or benefit to the community as a whole or a special segment of the population. Achievability The program or project is achievable with the resources (staff/volunteer, financial, history of programs) of the organization Realistic Expectations The program or project has outlined a realistic goal, timeline, and reasonable budget. For more information, visit CFNJ.

The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce Community Development Fund supports nonprofits that are located in the Chamber’s five-county footprint and play a critical role in education, leadership, economic opportunity, and self-sufficiency. Donor Name: Princeton Area Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/17/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Projects / programs from organizations that play a critical role in the following areas: Education: They support innovative programs that help low-income and at-risk students succeed in school and prepare for post-secondary education and/or entry into the workforce. Priority is given to programs that reach a broad number of students, bring together community resources, support curriculum innovation, and could be replicated if successful. Economic Opportunity and Workforce Development: They support the creation of economic opportunity through grants to nonprofits that foster economic development including programs that support small business development and expansion, commercial revitalization, job creation, work-entry programs, specific skills training, and transportation. Grant Period One-year grants. Eligibility Criteria  An applicant must have tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Service Code, be a publicly supported charity under Section 509, and be registered with the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs as a charity in good standing. Applications will be accepted from organizations that operate and provide services within the Chamber’s geographic area which includes the following municipalities: Municipality of Princeton Ewing Township  Robbinsville Township West Windsor Township  Lawrence Township  Monroe Township Plainsboro Township  Hopewell Borough  Cranbury Township Montgomery Township Hopewell Township Borough of Allentown South Brunswick Township  Pennington Borough Franklin Township City of Trenton  East Windsor Township Borough of Rocky Hill Hamilton Township  Hightstown Borough The Village of Kingston. For more information, visit PACF.

This funding initiative provides financial support for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Programs in New Jersey to train new child psychiatrists, addressing the shortage of specialists equipped to work in public and community mental health services.

This grant provides funding to organizations and businesses in the Northeast to develop and expand dairy workforce training programs, enhancing opportunities for current and potential employees in the dairy industry.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Passaic County, New Jersey, that serve abused or homeless children by enhancing critical services such as shelter, counseling, education, and basic needs assistance.

The Fund for Women and Girls works to improve the lives of economically vulnerable women and children in greater Mercer County through community investment, education, and collaboration. Donor Name: Princeton Area Community Foundation State: New Jersey County: Mercer County (NJ) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Fund for Women and Girls (FWG) is a field-of-interest fund of the Princeton Area Community Foundation. The Fund for Women and Girls supports the Community Foundation’s commitment to improve the quality of life of the most vulnerable in the regional footprint and collaborate with community organizations that embrace diversity as a value and practice. Achieving diversity requires an enduring commitment to inclusion, fully expressed in the organizational culture, values, norms and behaviors. They will support a commitment to diversity in all its forms, encompassing but not limited to age, race, gender identity, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability. Funding Information Most awards are one-year grants of up to $25,000. Eligible Categories  Projects / programs and operating expenses that support women and children in the following categories: Early childhood education Childcare Women and children’s physical and mental health including prenatal care Leadership and mentoring Educational/enrichment programs for middle and high school girls (children) Workforce development for women Domestic violence and prevention Parenting and family support services. Eligibility Criteria  An applicant must have tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Service Code, be a publicly supported charity under Section 509, and be registered with the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs as a charity in good standing. For more information, visit PACF.

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.

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 grant provides financial support to New Jersey nonprofits that assist domestic violence survivors and their pets, helping them stay together during difficult times.

The County of Somerset Cultural & Heritage Commission is soliciting applications for its Local Arts Program. Donor Name: County of Somerset Cultural & Heritage Commission State: New Jersey County: Somerset County (NJ) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/13/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Local Arts Program (LAP) Grant enables the New Jersey State Council on the Arts (NJSCA) to support local arts development within each of New Jersey’s 21 counties through a competitive grant application process by awarding funds to officially designated county arts agencies (CAAs). The Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission (SCC&HC) is the agency officially designated in Somerset County to apply for, receive and administer this annual Local Arts Program Grant. The Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission (SCC&HC) is the agency officially designated in Somerset County to apply for, receive and administer this annual Local Arts Program Grant. An independent peer panel evaluates all submitted applications, and provides recommendations for funding, which are submitted to the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission for approval. Upon the SCC&HC’s approval, grants are authorized through resolution with the Somerset County Board of County Commissioners. Organizations must be Somerset County based and provide programs or services that increase access to the Arts, expand upon creative placemaking, or seek to improve management of a local arts organization. Eligibility Criteria Organization must be Somerset County based and provide an Arts program/project within Somerset County that benefits Somerset County residents. At the time of application, an organization must be incorporated as a non-profit in the State of New Jersey and designated tax-exempt by determination of the Internal Revenue Service (in accordance with Section 501(c)3 or (c)4). A copy of this documentation must be submitted with application. Somerset County based governmental agencies or commissions under a municipality or township are also eligible to apply. The organization must provide a program or service that encourages public participation in the Arts and that increases public accessibility to the Arts. Organizations must provide proof of stability and fiscal responsibility. Programs in educational or religious institutions that do not actively seek a wide general publicaudience are ineligible. However, after-school programs utilizing school or faith-based facilities,broadly advertised as open to and welcoming the general public, are eligible for funding. For more information, visit County of Somerset Cultural.

The William Penn Foundation is offering grants between $500,000 to $1 million for 1-3 year projects that provide out-of-school arts education opportunities for young people in the greater Philadelphia and Camden region, with a focus on programs driven by the youths' own creativity and interests.

The Monmouth County Community Grant welcomes proposals from nonprofit organizations addressing a wide range of community needs and priorities. Donor Name: Community Foundation of New Jersey State: New Jersey County: Monmouth County (NJ) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: While projects from all areas will be considered, priority will be given to initiatives that demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in leadership and service delivery. Focus Areas  Key focus areas for funding consideration include, but are not limited to: Programs and Services: Support for initiatives that directly benefit underserved populations, including education, healthcare, housing, food security, employment, and youth development. Collaborative Partnerships: Funding for collaborative projects and partnerships between nonprofit organizations, community groups, government agencies, and other stakeholders to maximize impact and address systemic issues affecting underserved populations. General Operating Support: Funding to continue supporting the mission of the nonprofits. Funding Information Grant Amount: Up to $10,000 per organization. Eligibility Criteria  Nonprofit organizations with less than $1,000,000 operating budget serving Monmouth County are encouraged to apply. Nonprofits with larger operating budgets may apply at your discretion. For more information, visit CFNJ.