WebThe Community Impact Grants were launched in 2020 as part of the Seattle Mariners commitments to advance racial equity and social justice, investing in programs and organizations addressing the causes of racial, social, and economic inequity. The Richmond Housing Outreach program provides legal representation and education to prevent eviction of low-income, elderly and disabled people at no cost. The Mariners are also interested in efforts that grow organizational or sector understanding of the connection between physical activity and mental health. The grants address opportunities and support organizations in five focus areas: learning, community development, arts and culture, environment, and organizational capacity building. $15,000 for the Mann Scholars Program to develop a strategic fundraising plan for sustained financial support of the Program to ensure continued ability to provide support to African American high school students in the Madison Metropolitan School District. $25,000 to Clean Wisconsin to expand its summer science internship program into a year-round fellowship program. VCC stewards the Economic Equity Fund for Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC) and women-owned small businesses. Robinson Theater Community Arts Center - $25,000. Birth in Color RVA Foundation supports families of color so they can help meet their pregnancy and parenthood needs. In December 2022, Madison Community Foundation (MCF) announced $697,500 in grants to 12 nonprofits throughout the Madison area. Partnership for Housing Affordability - $50,000 Income-based home ownership, critical home repairs, and affordable rentals enable families to secure safe, healthy, affordable homes. Food distribution programs target supporting the Latino community. We're proud to support these organizations as WebDistrict and Club Community Impact Grants Through the District & Club Community Impact Grants program, 15 percent of unrestricted contributions to LCIF are transformed into grants that fund local projects on a club and/or district level. The overall grant making criteria and application process are the same for each of these grants and are detailed below. Interested applicants are asked to submit a two-page (maximum) Letter of Intent, IRS Letter of Determination, and the organizations non-discrimination policy to CFBMC via email by the September 7, 2022 deadline. $30,000 to provide digital access to the museums collection of Mexican Modernist art, and to develop programming to celebrate Mexican art and culture and develop meaningful connections with Madisons Latinx community. The Richmond Symphony provides youth with opportunities to engage in the arts through orchestra programs. The committee is trained for their year-long role which involves reviewing written applications, meeting with applicants and serving as a champion for selected grantees through the life of the grant. ChildSavers - $35,000 ChildSavers supports the African American Nonprofit Leaders and their key areas for strategic action: Organizational Capacity, Leadership Capacity, Transformational Narratives, and Relevant & Equitable Services. $30,000 to Foundation for Dane County Parks to increase its fundraising capacity, allowing the Foundation to continue to improve accessibility and inclusivity in our parks, and ensure the organizations long-term infrastructure and success. Communities In Schools of Chesterfield - $50,000 Post secondary financial aid advising supports students in nine of the Richmond region's public high schools. Their gifts large and small collectively provide MCF the capacity to make meaningful grants to these organizations.. $35,000 to Madison Youth Choirs for its Amplifying Every Voice project to expand participation, remove barriers to entry and increase diversity in the Youth Choirs. Funding went to several community centers during the pre-pandemic push, and to support the outreach efforts of the Latino Workforce Academy, African American Council of Churches, and Freedom Inc. $25,000 for a capital campaign to fund Arts + Literature Laboratorys new space in the Capitol East neighborhood. The Creative Workforce Innovation Initiative introduces youth and young adults to the arts (filmmaking in particular), teaching them technical skills for careers in the industry and connecting them with jobs in the field. (804) 330-7400
Sacred Heart serves the low- and moderate-income Latino population by offering comprehensive, culturally appropriate services for Latino families and individuals. Support will be provided to organizations, partnerships and coalitions working to increase opportunities for young people, especially BIPOC youth, to realize the many rewards of physical activity, including the benefits to their mental health. Grants to be considered might include (but are not limited to): Education Attainment Virginia Association of the Deaf - $15,000 Waymakers supports immigrant families by providing culturally responsive programs that address their needs in the areas of food, health, education, finances, art and culture. Madison Community Foundation is proud to invest in these key organizations., These grants are possible because of the generosity of thousands of donors who have come together to support our community through MCFs Community Impact Fund, explains, Bob Sorge, MCFs President and CEO. ChildSavers supports the guidance our community's children through life's critical moments with trauma-informed mental health and child development services. (Includes second installment of two-year, $1 million grant.). Priority will be given to organizations led by and primarily serving BIPOC communities. Under the Improving Health & Wellbeing Strand, grants of 25,000 to 50,000 are available to eligible organisations for strategic and impactful projects that help improve outcomes for children at a national and/or local level.. 1. Grant funds support implementation of the organization's strategic growth while meeting ongoing basic needs of schools, classrooms, teachers, and students. SBGR is working to transformation early childhood systems to ensure family engagement, high-quality programs, equitable access, and increased capacity. Under the Improving Health & Wellbeing Strand, grants of 25,000 to 50,000 are available to eligible organisations for strategic St. James's Children's Center provides equitable access to high-quality early education. Photo by Zane Williams. BGCMR provides a safe and supportive out-of-school environment for youth. 3. Local Initiatives Support Corporation - $25,000 Within these areas, the Community Foundation has adopted funding priorities in education, housing, and workforce development initiatives that will increase access and opportunity for low-income residents in Richmond. Henrico Education Foundation - $25,000 WebD onate Now. $90,000 (3-year, $30,000 grant) for the Big Share, an online giving day that raises money for Community Shares and its 70 member nonprofits. CodeVA - $25,000 Visual Arts Center of Richmond - $25,000 The Emergency/Transitional Housing program provides temporary housing for citizens returning to our communities from incarceration. Attention: Monterey County Storm Relief Fund. The Milk and Cookies Children's Program offers school-based small group support services designed specifically for children who have an incarcerated parent. Online grant applications available Grants are awarded from the Unrestricted Endowment Fund, select field of interest funds, and from collaborative funding provided by Community Foundation partners, including the Smithville Charitable Foundation. Youth education enhances learning for Richmond students at under-resourced schools. else { // covers JScript from 1900 thru 1999 and JavaScript until 3899 The Hive- $15,000 This internship program offers work experience to technology students who face barriers to employment in the IT and cybersecurity fields. The Teaspoons Bakery provides a life skills and employment training program for young adults with developmental disabilities. Maymont- $20,000 The Youth education enhances learning for Richmond students at under-resourced schools. ReWork Richmond - $25,000 ChildSavers supports the guidance our community's children through life's critical moments with trauma-informed mental health and child development services. $50,000 to One City Schools to secure space for the expanding One City Elementary School, a tuition-free public charter school working to bridge the achievement gap in education, currently serving children in 4K through 2nd grade. Nature-based programming enhances learning for students at under-resourced schools. To confirm eligibility, please contact Marcus Whited at [emailprotected] or (812) 333-9016. WebSeattle Mariners Community Impact Grants: Focus Areas Through the Community Impact Grants, the Seattle Mariners Care Foundation seeks to help communities across Washington and Oregon, increase positive health outcomes for youth and accelerate equitable outcomes for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, ACTS--Area Congregations Together in Service. Site coordinators weave supports around at-risk students and work with community partners to create access to resources that help students overcome barriers to achievement. document.write(1900 + thisyear); SOAR365 - $25,000 if (thisyear >= 2000) { // covers JScript post 2000
Virginia Museum of History & Culture - $50,000 Side by Side - $25,000 $25,000 to First Tee of South Central Wisconsin to expand four Learning Centers allowing First Tee to partner with Madison Metropolitan School District to work with directly with students from 10 schools, helping close the opportunity gap. --> School-based CIS Site Coordinators build equity in education and empower success by removing barriers for students at risk of dropping out. We are even more inspired and committed now to spearheading sustainability initiatives and promoting awareness of pressing environmental challenges facing Madison and our world." But not all young people can reap these benefits. While the grant agreement will define the required components of grant evaluations, the following items are generally included in the grant reports: Frequently, the Community Foundations program staff will visit the grant site to check on progress or experience the project in action. The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis - $25,000 This outreach and community center serves children and families in Church Hill and neighboring communities in Richmonds East End. WebCommunity Impact Grants allow organizations in Dunn County to meet critical needs and opportunities, while setting measurable objectives to demonstrate impact. Side by Side creates supportive communities where Virginias LGBTQ+ youth can define themselves, belong, and flourish. Hanover Habitat for Humanity - $30,000 Community Health Workers provide services for residents of the Creighton Court public housing community and Latino communities around the Southwood Apartments. Virginia Supportive Housing - $75,000 Community Impact Grants 2023 GRANT GUIDELINES Articulates a well-defined need with The new library will provide critical community meeting space, and expand free community access to information, technology and programming. ACTS provides funds and linkages to community resources to individuals and families who are at risk of losing their housing due to temporary financial hardship. $15,000 to increase access to Girl Scouts among ethnically diverse and low income students by partnering with local youth service organizations to bring scouting directly to girls in need, free of charge. Core Program Areas Education Civic Development Human Services Emergency shelter combined with case management works to move residents into permanent housing as quickly as possible and meet immediate needs of clients. The Sprout School provides full-day, full-year, high-quality, and affordable early childhood education and infant care to families in the Greater Richmond region. $21,000 to grow the These Teens Mean Busines$ internship program through partnerships with local entrepreneurs. With Project Solis, West High Green Club and the Madison school district plan to integrate solar energy use into the schools science curriculum, using computer-based monitoring and student research. MWCLT creates homes that are sold to qualified buyers while retaining ownership of the land beneath the houses, allowing the home to be sold below market value. Depending upon the project or program, this may include intermediate and final reports. The Fresh Start program provides transitional housing and case management to individuals experiencing homelessness in the Greater Richmond area. Mail a check: Community Foundation for Monterey County. Richmond Public Schools Education Foundation - $25,000 $25,000 to build capacity in three after-school learning centers that help reduce gaps in opportunity and achievement in communities of color. WebCommunity Impact Grants: 1. The Foundations board of directors recently approved $1.2 million in community impact grants to 23 nonprofit organizations in the two-county region. The overall grant making criteria and application process are the same for each of these grants and are detailed below. RCHD coordinated supply and distribution of COVID-19 test kits to safety net clinics. $50,000 to the Urban League of Greater Madison to expand its Parent Instructional Support Program, which provides help to families trying to navigate virtual schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rebuilding Together of Richmond - $50,000 SBS is a regional coalition dedicated to improving early childhood education. $20,000 to expand a successful high school program that provides volunteer opportunities to build affordable housing resulting in dual high school/college credit. $30,000 for the JUST Bikes equity initiative that builds bike repair stations in low-income neighborhoods, conducts safety and bike repair classes, and offers bike internship and employment programs. St. James's Children's Center provides equitable access to high-quality early education. This award supports Richmond Public School students, families, and/or teachers through special projects identified as opportunities by the superintendent. Homeward provides system support for homelessness services through the collaboration, coordination, and cooperation of regional resources and services. This program helps individuals find, secure, and remain in a living wage career. $45,000 for the MCM Roadshow, to expand outreach and bring educational play into communities across Madison and Dane County. ACTS--Area Congregations Together in Service - $50,000 The Foundation welcomes grant applications from nonprofit organizations which benefit LaGrange County, or its citizens. Virginia Early Childhood Foundation - $100,000 WebCommunity Impact Grants to award to county civic/neighborhood associations or community-based organizations that are incorporated as 501 (c)3 entities. The grants address opportunities and support organizations in five focus areas: learning, community development, arts and culture, environment, and organizational capacity building. James House - $20,000 Assisting Families of Inmates - $20,000 Priority is given to the support of Through Community Grants of up to $10,000 and Impact Grants of up to $25,000, we are proud to help the Island community meet long-standing needs and create systemic change. Legal Aid Justice Center - $30,000 The Explorers Program provides 3rd to 5th graders from 14 under-resourced schools with outdoor, nature-based science lessons that enrich the SOL curriculum. $20,000 to the Driftless Area Land Conservancy to develop a geographic information system (GIS)-based tool to incorporate new science and data to gain a better understanding of the regions conservation needs. MBL Foundation - $25,000 Organizational capacity development and succession planning will support affordable housing and wealth building services for predominantly Black, Latino, and female-led households. These nonprofits are helping make the Madison area extraordinary. YWCA Richmond - $50,000 Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership. The Home Depot Foundation is deeply committed to serving veterans and works with nonprofit organizations across the country to give back to our nations heroes. NextUp RVA - $70,000 The Deaf Mentor Pilot Program supports families with deaf and hard of hearing children from birth to ages six and beyond. The Explorers Program provides 3rd to 5th graders from 14 under-resourced schools with outdoor, nature-based science lessons that enrich the SOL curriculum. Tax ID # 94-1615897. Mail a check: Community Foundation for Monterey County. Virginia Excels advances advocacy focused on ensuring educational equity in the Richmond region that engages parents and youth. WebCommunity Impact Grants Since 1972, the Community Foundation has powered nonprofit services and solutions that elevate our areas people, places and possibilities. project:HOMES provides affordable housing by producing and preserving affordable homes, repairing homes, and improving accessibility and energy efficiency of existing homes. This award supports Henrico County Public School students, families, and/or teachers through special projects identified as opportunities by the superintendent. $75,000 to Community Shares of Wisconsin to continue to expand and support The Big Share online giving day for three more years, leveraging millions in giving for 70 nonprofit agencies. Henrico Community Food Banks provides access to nutritious food in an equitable and dignified manner to those in need. document.write(" ") HumanKind - $35,000 Central Virginia Health Services - $25,000 WebThe Learning & Community Impact Grants Manager will provide contract, grantmaking and operational management to assigned participatory grantmaking programs. Rigorous, evidence-based programs measurably increase thousands of Virginians knowledge, skills, and capacity to advance equity in schools, businesses, and communities. Connecticut Foodshare is pleased to release this grant funding opportunity to support food assistance programs in its network. Community Impact Grants provide small capital grants to community-based organizations to help implement innovative projects within the County. WebGrants. Philadelphia, PA 19171-6495, P: (804) 330-7400
Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities - $25,000 Oakwood Arts - $25,000 $40,000 to Madison Reading Projectfor the purchase of a larger, climate-controlled, lift-equipped Big Red Reading Bus, more than doubling its outreach and free book distribution across Dane County. Greater Richmond Fit4Kids aims to improve childrens health and wellness through physical activity and healthy eating. Grant funds support expansion of the Building Pathways to Healthcare Jobs program. LISC make high-quality, affordable housing available to low-income and vulnerable residents through affordable housing development and preservation. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and funding decisions are typically completed This Fulton-based nonprofit social services center includes a Financial Opportunities Center that provides access to financial, benefits, and job coaching.