New Jersey Private Grants

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations in New York City and Northeastern New Jersey that focus on innovative programs in social welfare, education, and healthcare, particularly for youth in underserved communities.

The Northeast SARE Professional Development Grant program funds projects that develop the knowledge, awareness, skills and attitudes of agricultural and other service providers about sustainable agriculture practices to teach, advise or assist farmers. Donor Name: Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 4 Years Details: An agricultural service provider is a professional who assists farmers. Projects that develop the ability of other service providers (for example, real estate agents, bankers, and attorneys) to work with farmers are also eligible. These service providers then use what they’ve learned through participation in project activities in their work with farmers. A wide variety of topics can be funded by Northeast SARE, including marketing and business, crop production, raising livestock, aquaculture, social sustainability, urban and Indigenous agriculture and much more. Other aspects of projects funded through the Northeast SARE program include those that address climate-smart agriculture practices intended to improve ecological, social, and economic resilience to climate change; increase carbon sequestration; and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Climate-smart practices include reduced and no-till, cover crops, prescribed grazing, ruminant feed management, manure management, fertilizer management, and on-farm energy efficiency. In addition, projects may address traditional ecological knowledge. Funding Information Awards typically range from $30,000 to $150,000. Project Duration Typical project length is 2 to 3 years. The maximum project length allowed is 3.5 years. Geographical Focus  The Northeast region includes Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Vermont, and Washington, D.C. Eligibility Criteria  Professional Development Grants are open to anyone who works with service providers and farmers, including personnel at nonprofit organizations, colleges and universities, Cooperative Extension, municipalities, tribal governments, state departments of agriculture, federal agencies, research farms and experiment stations, and for-profit business entities (such as farms, private consultants, veterinary practices and other businesses that serve the farming community). Northeast SARE encourages projects submitted from or in collaboration with women, the LGBTQIA+ community, and Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC). Additionally, they encourage projects submitted from or in collaboration with Minority Serving Institutions (including 1890s and other historically Black colleges and universities, Hispanic-Serving Institutions, and tribal colleges and universities) and other organizations in the Northeast that work with historically underserved communities. Your organization must have the legal structure and financial capacity to receive and implement a Northeast SARE contract, including expending funds needed for the project prior to receiving reimbursements from Northeast SARE; advance payments are not possible. Projects must take place within the Northeast region. Applicants and host organizations may be located outside of the Northeast region if the project activities and the farmers served are located within the Northeast region. For more information, visit Northeast SARE.

This grant provides funding to local governments and non-profit organizations for projects that improve the environment, culture, or community along the Lower Delaware River corridor.

The William Penn Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Climate Resilience Planning Grants to support efforts to advance community driven, place-based climate resilience plans. Donor Name: William Penn Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Proposed projects must occur in the cities of Philadelphia or Camden. They are especially interested in plans that will primarily serve residents living in census tracts that are designated as overburdened and underserved by the Council on Environmental Quality’s Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool. Organizations that propose projects in partnership with other applicants will be considered on their individual merits. However, the Foundation recognizes that the work necessary to make significant progress on this objective will be complex, and the most competitive proposals are consequently likely to be those that include robust partnerships that leverage complementary strengths, resources, and expertise. Eligibility Criteria  Applicants must be recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as 501(c)3 public charities or operate under a public charity fiduciary. Public charities include community-based organizations, schools and educational institutions, and other types of public-serving groups. Government entities are also eligible to apply. Proposed projects must occur in the cities of Philadelphia or Camden. For more information, visit WPF.

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 supports nonprofit organizations in Newark, New Jersey, that enhance STEAM education for underserved students, with a focus on innovative programming and teacher development.

The Edna W. Andrade Fund, a Donor Advised Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation, supports grants for local or national museums or nonprofit art organizations to benefit visual fine artists from Greater Philadelphia. Donor Name: Philadelphia Foundation State: New Jersey, Pennsylvania County: Bucks County (PA), Burlington County (NJ), Camden County (NJ), Chester County (PA), Delaware County (PA), Gloucester County (NJ), Mercer County (NJ), Montgomery County (PA), Philadelphia County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The purpose of the fund is to benefit visual fine artists from the Greater Philadelphia area by providing funds for the following: Grants to local or national museums or other charitable organizations that request funding for the purchase or commission of works of art by specific artists from the Greater Philadelphia area Grants to local or national museums for the funding of one-person exhibitions of specific artists from the Greater Philadelphia area Grants to nonprofit organizations as fiscal agents for individual artists or groups of artists from the Greater Philadelphia area who propose to start or are engaged in continuing educational, cultural, humanitarian or environmental projects. “Fine Artists” means those who work in the visual – as distinguished from the performing — arts: working in two- or three- dimensions who employ the media of painting, drawing, printmaking, photography or sculpture. The Greater Philadelphia area is defined as Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania and Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Mercer counties in New Jersey. Funding Information Grants in amounts ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 will be awarded. Eligibility Requirements  501c3 status The organization must have created, curated, produced, or presented at least three professional public exhibits or projects within the last five years. If the organization is a religious institution, it may only apply for nonsectarian activities. The organization must have adopted a non-discrimination policy including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability and any other legally protected characteristics. For more information, visit The Philadelphia Foundation.

Grant Opportunity: Improving Youth Mental Health Overview: The Cigna Group Foundation is committed to addressing youth mental health challenges post-pandemic. With a focus on supporting underserved communities, the foundation is allocating $9 million over three years to fund evidence-informed programs and services. The goal is to increase access to mental health intervention, equip parents and caregivers, and promote social-emotional skills among youth. Grant Details: Grant Range: $100,000 – $150,000 Term: One-year Eligibility & Requirements: Applicants must be registered 501(c)(3) organizations. Budgets should cover eligible expenses related to the grant project, excluding certain overhead costs. Clear progress and impact measurement plans, aligned with addressing health disparities, are required. Grantees must provide progress and final reports during the grant term. Geographical Focus: Connecticut Georgia Missouri New Jersey Pennsylvania Tennessee Texas Application Timeline: Application Opens: April 17 Application Closes: May 22 Notification of Awards: Early July Grant Term Begins: August 1 Contact Information: For inquiries, contact [email protected].

This funding opportunity provides $6,000 to nonprofit organizations in Sussex and Morris counties, New Jersey, to improve mental health and behavioral services for children.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for New Jersey-based nonprofit organizations and government entities to implement public humanities projects that engage local audiences through activities like exhibitions, oral history projects, and community programs.

The Ion Bank Foundation is accepting applications to support programs and organizations that will contribute to the betterment of the communities it serves. Donor Name: Ion Bank Foundation State: Connecticut, New Jersey County: Hartford County (CT), Litchfield County (CT), Morris County (NJ), New Haven County (CT) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  09/18/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Types of Grants The Ion Bank Foundation awards both designated and competitive grants. Designated grants will be made to organizations selected by the Ion Bank Foundation and will not be required to submit an application for this funding. Organizations will be notified by Ion Bank Foundation about the schedule for distribution and amount of their funding immediately after these awards are made. Competitive grants are made for programs and capital needs. The Foundation will primarily fund direct costs incurred in starting or improving a program. However, indirect/overhead expenses are permitted as a line item – overhead above 10% of request must be documented in the Budget Narrative. Specifically, Ion Bank Foundation seeks projects that align with the Ion Bank Foundation’s priorities. The priorities are: Affordable housing and rehabilitation Community services; including but not limited to, healthcare, education, job training, social services, child care, and credit or financial services Economic development Revitalization or stabilization of distressed or underserved areas In addition, the Ion Bank Foundation looks for strong proposals that Address demonstrated community need. Summarize the organization’s track record in successfully implementing programs. Adopt evidence-based programs and models, when appropriate. Demonstrate potential for leveraging additional or sustaining support. Clearly explain the project plan and provide a realistic budget that aligns with stated goals. Advance community plans and priorities, when applicable. Preference is afforded to those requests with broad, visible community involvement in the design and fundraising for the project. Include alliances and collaborative ventures between organizations, especially in cases where a partnership is essential for program success. Describe local presence and benefits to Hartford County, Litchfield County, or New Haven County in Connecticut and Morris County in New Jersey. Funding Information The Ion Bank Foundation fall in the $1,000-$10,000 range. Eligibility Criteria An applicant must be a non-profit organization recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, a municipal entity seeking a grant for public purposes or a religious organization seeking a grant for nonsectarian projects primarily associated with foundation priorities. Applicants must be in, or serving communities with Ion Bank’s defined assessment area for Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) purposes. For more information, visit Ion Bank Foundation.

Frank H. Stewart Trust provides grants to assist Gloucester County, Salem County, Atlantic County, Cumberland County, Cape May County, New Jersey, and the municipalities therein with the purchase of land to be used for public parks, recreation grounds, game refuges, fishing or propagation of fish, bird sanctuaries, or grounds for the protection and preservation of wildlife. Donor Name: Frank H. Stewart Trust State: New Jersey County: Atlantic County (NJ), Cape May County (NJ), Cumberland County (NJ), Gloucester County (NJ), Salem County (NJ) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: In addition, the Trust supports the care, maintenance, upkeep, repair, improvement, and similar costs and expenses with respect to any land owned by prior grantees that was purchased with funds from the Trust. Program Areas  Environment Animals Funding Information Average total giving per year: $150,000. Eligibility Criteria  Any potential grant recipient shall obtain from its governing body a resolution or agreement that such lands to be purchased shall be dedicated by the recipient to the public. Certified copy of the property appraisal. Land should have flowing water course, bounded by streams or bodies of water, (fresh, salt, natural or artificial) tide water or otherwise, including marshes. Land is to be used for the purposes of public parks, recreation grounds, game refuges, fishing or propagation of fish, bird sanctuaries, or grounds for the protection and preservation of wildlife. If funded, the municipality is obligated to maintain the property. Prior grantees can request funds from the Trust for the care, maintenance, upkeep, repair, improvement, and similar costs and expenses with respect to any land that was purchased with funds from the Trust. To be eligible, must be local municipality in one of the specific New Jersey counties named above. Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users. For more information, visit Wells Fargo.

The Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC) announces the availability of funds through the New Dairy Processor Start-up Grant program to support new dairy processing projects throughout the Northeast. Donor Name: Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC) State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Matching Grants Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/05/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: The goal of this program is to help develop competitive dairy processing businesses with long-term viability, supporting operations of all sizes in successfully launching and sustaining their products in the marketplace.  This program is for:  Dairy farmers ready to begin processing,  Value-added entrepreneurs with proven experience in dairy processing and/or value-added business startups, including any relevant work experience, business ventures, products developed, and products brought to market, or  Dairy processors established after January 1, 2023, who are in the start-up phase of business development. Funds are intended to support start-up operations, focusing on tangible implementation rather than research and development, concept development, or initial planning. Funding Information Total available funds: $500,000 Minimum: $15,000  Maximum: $75,000 Project Period Grant periods will range from 12 – 18 months, depending on the project.  Eligibility Criteria This grant is open to applicants from all Northeast states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Applicants must fall into one of the following categories:  Dairy farmer that:  Produces milk within the Northeast  Is a licensed dairy operation in compliance with all required state and federal standards  Value-added business entrepreneur that meets the following requirements:  Sources milk or dairy components from within the Northeast and has evidence of a committed partnership with a farm or processor for sourcing these components  Has a business entity prior to applying  Can demonstrate experience in dairy processing and/or related value-added business startup, including any relevant work experience, business ventures, products developed, and products brought to market  Dairy processor established after January 1, 2023 that:  Has a business entity and milk processing license prior to applying  Sources milk or dairy components from within the Northeast and has evidence of a committed partnership with a farm or processor for sourcing these components.  Is in the start-up phase of business operations All applicants must also:  Be headquartered or based in the Northeast  Provide Proof of Concept demonstrating the viability of the business idea and product  Have a plan for new value-added dairy processing that includes market research, financial projections, a branding and marketing strategy, and a facility location  Obtain licenses to sell dairy products across state lines by the end of the grant period Launch their products in the marketplace or have a Letter of Commitment from a buyer, distributor, or retailer indicating plans to sell the product by the end of the grant period For more information, visit NE-DBIC.

The Bunbury Fund supports non-profit organizations making significant impacts across central New Jersey, and most specifically Mercer County, to strengthen their capacity to effectively advance their missions toward sustainable, organizational maturity. Donor Name: Princeton Area Community Foundation State: New Jersey, Pennsylvania County: Bucks County (PA), Burlington County (NJ), Huntingdon County (PA), Mercer County (NJ), Middlesex County (NJ), Somerset County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/05/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The Bunbury Fund’s mission is to strengthen the ability of nonprofit organizations to do their best work. They refer to this work as capacity building. It is work that helps your organization deliver its mission with greater confidence. They respect that what an organization might need in terms of capacity building is best identified by its staff and board. The Bunbury Fund Advisors strongly support and encourage projects and organizations that embrace and promote anti-racism strategies and conduct projects that place racial equity at the core of their work. Funding Information One year capacity-building grants: up to $50,000 Strengthening the board governance Succession planning for board and staff leadership Developing strategic partnerships and program collaborations Strategic and scenario planning Systems upgrades to improve service delivery and measurement Embracing practices that support racial equity and inclusion Supporting the strategic and capacity building needs of start-ups and newly launched initiatives Strengthening Human Resources systems Improving technology/communications Multi-year capacity building grants: up to $150,000 and up to three years Foundation will also review proposals for multi-year projects that focus on developing organizational effectiveness over a period of up to three years. This is work that might be accomplished in phases where the completion requires more than one year. Planning Grants: up to $10,000: A planning grant helps an organization evaluate the resources required to undertake a more comprehensive capacity-building project. This is often an initial step in determining the needs and viability associated with a larger capacity building project. 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 geographic region covered by the Princeton Area Community Foundation, defined as follows: Mercer County Eastern Bucks County, PA, including New Hope, Morrisville, Washington Crossing and Yardley Northern Burlington County, including Bordentown and Bordentown Township Southern Hunterdon County, including Lambertville, West Amwell, adjacent parts of East Amwell Southern Middlesex County, including Plainsboro and Cranbury Southern Somerset County, including Montgomery, Rocky Hill, and adjacent sections of Franklin Twp. For more information, visit PACF.

The Montclair Foundation’s grant support strives to improve the quality of life for all people in the greater Montclair community. Donor Name: Montclair Foundation State: New Jersey Township: Montclair Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  09/05/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas Mental Health and Well-Being Food Security Housing Funding Information Grant awards range from $3,000-$15,000. Eligibility Criteria Must be a 501 (c) 3 Organization for Three Years or more Organization serves the Montclair Community and its Environs Organizations can only apply once within a 12 month period. (Exception made for Fall 2024 grant cycle for organizations that meet the criteria of Mental Health and Well-Being, Food Security or Housing and applied in Spring 2024.) Each cycle we will be making 2-3 larger grants of $10,000-$15,000 The foundation fund general operations but prefer to fund special projects or items. A previous grant award for an organization does not mean an automatic award every year. Each year is a new beginning and all applications are weighted equally We can make multi-year grants, but should not be longer than a 3-year commitment. We appreciate invitations to visit your location or to see the project you are requesting funds for. For more information, visit Montclair Foundation.

This grant provides $50,000 to diverse-led small businesses in Pennsylvania and New Jersey that meet specific criteria, aiming to support underrepresented entrepreneurs in creating new jobs and fostering business growth.

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

The Research and Education Grant program funds projects that result in gains in farmer knowledge, awareness, skills, and attitudes that are then applied to make measurable on-farm changes leading to greater sustainability. Donor Name: Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 4 Years Details: The focus on farmer behavior change is a key requirement of this grant program. A wide variety of topics can be funded by Northeast SARE, including marketing and business, crop production, raising livestock, aquaculture, social sustainability, urban and Indigenous agriculture and much more. Other aspects of projects funded through the Northeast SARE program include those that address climate-smart agriculture practices intended to improve ecological, social, and economic resilience to climate change; increase carbon sequestration; and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Climate-smart practices include reduced and no-till, cover crops, prescribed grazing, ruminant feed management, manure management, fertilizer management, and on-farm energy efficiency. In addition, projects may address traditional ecological knowledge. Funding Information Awards typically range from $30,000 to $250,000. Grant Period Typical project length is 2 to 3 years. The maximum project length allowed is 3.5 years. Geographical Focus  The Northeast region includes Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Vermont, and Washington, D.C. Eligible Applicants Research and Education Grants are open to anyone who works with farmers, including personnel at nonprofit organizations, colleges and universities, Cooperative Extension, municipalities, tribal governments, state departments of agriculture, federal agencies, research farms and experiment stations, for-profit business entities (such as private consultants, farmers and veterinary practices), etc. Northeast SARE encourages projects submitted from or in collaboration with women, the LGBTQIA+ community, and Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC). Additionally, they encourage projects submitted from or in collaboration with Minority Serving Institutions (including 1890s and other historically Black colleges and universities, Hispanic-Serving Institutions, and tribal colleges and universities) and other organizations in the Northeast that work with historically underserved communities. Your organization must have the legal structure and financial capacity to receive and implement a Northeast SARE contract, including expending funds needed for the project prior to receiving reimbursements from Northeast SARE; advance payments are not possible. Projects must take place within the Northeast region. Applicants and host organizations may be located outside of the Northeast region if the project activities and the farmers served are located within the Northeast region. For more information, visit Northeast SARE.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that assist veterans and active service members in central and southern New Jersey.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Greater Philadelphia that provide engaging arts education programs for young people aged 5 to 18, fostering creativity and personal growth through partnerships with skilled teaching artists.