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AZ Tree Resource Enhancement and Engagement (TREE) Grant - 2024
$8,000
Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management
State

Application Deadline

Aug 6, 2024

Date Added

Jun 25, 2024

The Department of Forestry and Fire Management – Urban and Community Forestry program is excited to announce the next round for the Tree Resource Enhancement and Engagement (TREE) Grant Program! This program is open ONLY to currently recognized Tree City USA, Tree Campus USA, and Tree Campus K-12 program participants and community organizations directly serving recognized Tree Cities and Campuses. The purpose of this program is to support the management, improvement, and/or conservation of community forests by recognized Tree Cities and Tree Campuses. Funds may be used to promote and enhance the quality of Arizona's urban and community forests, and may also be used for engaging decision-makers through urban forest management initiatives. The goals of this program are to: Assist recognized Arizona Tree Cities and Tree Campuses in initiating or significantly improving their efforts to care for the community forest, including assistance for achieving canopy cover goals Encourage recognized Tree Cities and Tree Campuses to develop and maintain a sustainable, balanced, and comprehensive community forestry program that is based on a current tree inventory and managed with the guidance of a community forestry professional Promote community forestry benefits through the proper management and care of trees in Arizona's recognized Tree City and Tree Campus communities, including through harvesting programs Eligible activities, listed in order of priority, are: Development and adoption of a written community tree management plan or community readiness plan Tree planting projects as part of a comprehensive management program to meet state, county, or community canopy coverage goals Community tree inventory support Removal of hazardous trees Pruning according to American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A300 specifications (without topping) Municipal tree ordinance development by a certified forestry professional Training of city employees and volunteers to improve community forestry practices Initial costs of certification for in-house employees by the International Society of Arboriculture Other activities that meet needs identified in the Arizona Forest Action Plan All projects involving tree planting must include a five-year maintenance plan. All trees purchased must meet the American Standard for Nursery Stock and Arizona Nursery Association standards. Planted trees must be guaranteed for one year after planting. All hazardous trees must be identified by a certified arborist, forester, or similarly qualified person. Eligible costs include personnel/labor, operating costs and supplies, travel, contractual services, equipment, and indirect costs. Eligibility is limited to currently recognized Tree City USA and Tree Campus USA program participants or community organizations directly serving Tree City/Campus participants. Financial Notes: Match Notes: Applicants must provide at least 50 percent of the total project cost via nonfederal matching contributions. Matching contributions may include: Cash Services Volunteer time at the local market rate Equipment usage In-kind contributions For projects involving tree planting, a five-year maintenance plan must be funded by the applicant's own resources. Matching funds may not be provided by other funding programs administered by the federal government. Funds used to match another program may not be used.   Funding Notes: An estimated $8,000 is available to support awards ranging from $1,500 to $8,000 through this program. Awards typically range from $2,000 to $4,000. Funding will be provided on a reimbursement basis. Project periods will begin on September 1, 2024 and end on June 30, 2025. Final reimbursement requests must be submitted by July 31, 2025. Planted trees must be guaranteed for one year after planting. Award notifications are expected to be issued after August 6th, 2024. Up to 10 percent of funding may be used for indirect costs, inluding overhead/administrative costs. Funds may not be used to purchase capital equipment costing over $5,000; however, funds may be used to rent equipment. Funds may not be used for: Ordinary operational expenses Purchasing food or beverages Previously funded projects Projects that have already started or are ongoing

Environment
City or township governments
2024 Leonard and Renee Minsky Fund for Arts Education
$1,000
Maine Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 16, 2024

Date Added

Apr 17, 2024

The Leonard and Renee Minsky Fund for Arts Education aims to enhance arts education by enabling professional artists to collaborate with teachers in developing arts programs for grades 3-5 in public schools within Penobscot and Washington counties. This grant supports projects that integrate visual and/or performing arts into the curriculum, aligning with Maine Learning Results standards. Eligible applicants include schools meeting these criteria, with a focus on collaborative proposals involving arts teachers. Applications are accepted via email and must adhere to specific budgetary requirements, primarily allocating funds to professional artists' fees. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/closing deadlines: September 15th to December 16th

Arts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Iowa Culture Leadership Cohort Program
$4,500
Iowa Economic Development Authority, National Endowment for the Arts
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides training and support for small to mid-sized nonprofit organizations in Iowa focused on arts, culture, history, and humanities to help them overcome unique challenges.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Community Heart and Soul - Seed Grant
$30,000
Innovia Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 16, 2024

Date Added

May 13, 2024

COMMUNITY HEART & SOUL GRANT GUIDELINES TIMELINE Application Cycle: April 11, 2024 – August 16, 2024 Introductory Webinars: April 11 and 25, 2024 "Getting Started" Webinars: May 16, June 20, July 18, 2024 Grant Period: October 1, 2024 – August 31, 2026 Final Reports Due: September 15, 2026 PROGRAM DETAILS Innovia Foundation's Community Heart & Soul® Program aims to empower rural communities through resident-driven processes and action in Eastern Washington and North Idaho. Benefits include increased community involvement, volunteerism, and economic development. The approach is based on three principles: INVOLVE EVERYONE, FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST, and PLAY THE LONG GAME. Grants of $30,000 each, with a $10,000 local match, will support community projects over two years. NONDISCRIMINATION/ANTI-HATE POLICY Innovia Foundation strictly prohibits funding organizations engaged in hateful activities or discrimination. Applicants must adhere to these standards. QUESTIONS? Contact Jennifer Stapleton at 509.624.2606.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Climate Resilient Farming Program in New York
$7,000,000
Department of Agriculture and Markets
Local

Application Deadline

Jun 24, 2024

Date Added

Jun 4, 2024

The Food Safety Education Fund grants program, administered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD), is designed to enhance food safety throughout Michigan. Funded by assessments on licensed food establishments, the program aligns with a mission to protect public health by providing critical food safety training and education. This initiative directly supports the broader goal of ensuring a safe food supply for all Michigan residents. The foundation's strategic priority is to prevent foodborne illness through proactive education and the empowerment of various stakeholders within the food system. The program primarily targets two key beneficiary groups: Michigan consumers and food service establishment employees, as well as agents of the director who enforce food regulations (e.g., local health department sanitarians and MDARD food safety inspectors). The impact goal is to improve food safety knowledge and practices among these groups, ultimately reducing the incidence of foodborne illnesses. Eligibility is restricted to Michigan governmental and non-profit organizations and entities, ensuring that the grants support organizations deeply embedded in community health and public service. Producers, marketers, processors, and growers are explicitly excluded to maintain the program's focus on education and training. For the 2024-2025 grant cycle, up to $365,600 is available, with a specific allocation of $242,500 for consumer food safety education and $114,100 for food service establishment employees and regulatory agents. This demonstrates a clear prioritization of widespread public education while also fortifying the knowledge base of those directly involved in food handling and enforcement. The grant duration is typically one year, though multi-year proposals are considered on an individual basis, contingent on future funding availability. Proposals should specifically avoid requesting funding for routine or required training, such as HACCP or ServSafe certification, emphasizing a focus on innovative and supplementary educational initiatives. Proposals are evaluated based on several key criteria, including goals and objectives to improve food safety, assessment of statewide need and audience, measurable outcomes, potential for partnering with other organizations, inclusion of matching funds, and opportunities to build upon previously funded projects. These selection criteria reflect the program's theory of change, which posits that strategic partnerships, evidence-based interventions, and quantifiable results are essential for achieving sustainable improvements in food safety. The expected outcomes include a more informed public, better-trained food service professionals, and more effective enforcement of food safety regulations, all contributing to a safer food environment across Michigan.

Environment
State governments
Municipal Zero-emission Vehicle Program
$7,500
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Sep 27, 2024

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is offering a grant ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to municipalities in New York for the adoption of zero-emission vehicles and installation of electric vehicle charging and hydrogen fuel filling stations, with a total of $750,000 available in the seventh round of the Municipal ZEV Rebate Program.

Transportation
City or township governments
U.S. Embassy Luanda Public Diplomacy Section Request for a Full Proposal Application
$50,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Angola)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 31, 2025

Date Added

May 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that promote U.S.-Angola and U.S.-São Tomé and Príncipe relations through education, cultural exchange, and professional development initiatives.

International Development
Nonprofits
P.S. You Are Here
$70,000
Denver Arts & Venues (DAV)
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 7, 2024

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

The Denver Arts & Venues (DAV) is offering a $70,000 grant through its P.S. You Are Here program to support short-term, community-led projects that transform Denver's public spaces through arts, culture, and creativity, with the funding covering expenses related to project planning, professional services, and materials.

Arts
Nonprofits
Region 11: Creative Sector Flex Fund
$5,000
Centre Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Jul 9, 2024

This grant provides $5,000 to small arts organizations in Pennsylvania with annual revenues between $10,000 and $200,000 to support various operational and project-related expenses, fostering community engagement and artistic development.

Arts
Nonprofits
Mayors' Institute on City Design (MICD), FY 2026
$540,000
National Endowment for the Arts
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 22, 2026

Date Added

Dec 5, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government units, or tribal entities to facilitate collaborative workshops that help mayors tackle urban design challenges and improve city livability and equity.

Arts
State governments
RFGA2024-023 Arizona Trauma Recovery Center - Pilots
$5,000,000
Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This grant provides funding to establish Trauma Recovery Centers in Arizona, aimed at supporting survivors of crime and underserved populations through holistic, trauma-informed services.

Health
City or township governments
Region 4: Creative Sector Flex Fund
$5,000
NEIU 19
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Jul 9, 2024

This funding opportunity provides $5,000 to small arts organizations in Pennsylvania with annual revenues between $10,000 and $200,000, allowing them to address various administrative and programmatic needs.

Arts
Nonprofits
Local Arts Agencies National Cohort Program (LAANCP)
$600,000
U.S. National Endowment for the Arts
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 6, 2024

Date Added

Jun 11, 2024

The NEA seeks a Cooperator to manage the Local Arts Agencies National Cohort Program (LAANCP), a new initiative to broaden support to Local Arts Agencies (LAAs) by providing services such as dedicated coaching, virtual programming, access to on-demand resources, in-person convenings, networking, and peer learning activities. The NEAs primary goals for this program are: 1) to build and strengthen a network of LAAs throughout the country and facilitate a multi-dimensional learning community for LAA leaders to exchange strategies and tools to respond to the fields trends and learn from peers and the fields experts; and 2) to offer resources and other assistance to LAAs based on best practices in the field.

Arts
State governments
Lifelong Arts Engagement Grant
$5,000
Arizona Commission on the Arts
State

Application Deadline

Apr 24, 2025

Date Added

Mar 13, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community entities in Arizona to create arts learning projects for adults and intergenerational groups, fostering creative expression and skill development in accessible community spaces.

Education
Nonprofits
Nola & George Cummings Family Foundation Fund Mini Grants (Winter)
Contact for amount
Nola & George Cummings Family Foundation Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2024

Date Added

Jan 24, 2024

This grant provides funding to educators and coaches within the Colon Community Schools district to enhance academic programs, particularly in the arts, drama, and special education.

Education
Independent school districts
Cultural Facilities Grant
$500,000
Florida Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This program provides financial support for the renovation, construction, or acquisition of facilities dedicated to various arts and cultural activities in Florida.

Arts
Nonprofits
Boone County Community Foundation Community Grant Program
$15,000
Boone County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 6, 2026

Date Added

Jan 29, 2026

This grant provides financial support to tax-exempt organizations in Boone County, Iowa, for projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental protection.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Community PROJECT Grant
$3,000
Lackawanna County Arts and Culture Department
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for individuals, non-profits, and municipalities to create arts and culture projects that positively impact the community in Lackawanna County, PA.

Arts
Nonprofits
Region 6: Creative Sector Flex Fund
$5,000
Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Jul 9, 2024

This funding opportunity provides $5,000 to nonprofit arts organizations in Pennsylvania with annual revenues between $10,000 and $200,000 to support their administrative and programmatic needs.

Arts
Nonprofits
Ackley Grants
$3,000
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa
Local

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2024

Date Added

May 23, 2024

The Ackley Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, is offering grants to support charitable capital projects, activities, services, programs, and organizations. The core mission of this grant program is to enhance the quality of life for residents of Ackley, Iowa, aligning with the Foundation's broader goal of fostering a community where people desire to live, work, play, and stay. This strategic focus ensures that all funded initiatives contribute directly to the betterment of the local community. The primary beneficiaries of these grants are the people of Ackley, Iowa. The program aims to create a positive and lasting impact across various sectors, including Art and Culture, Community Betterment, Education & Youth Development, Environment and Animal Welfare, Health, and Human Services. The overarching goal is to address community-based needs and improve the overall well-being and vibrancy of Ackley. Funding priorities emphasize requests that demonstrate a clear community need, broad community support, and benefits for the entire community. High priority is also given to organizations that can leverage funding and support from other sources, showcasing matching funds in their budgets. Furthermore, the Foundation values initiatives that maximize community resources through cooperation and collaboration with other local organizations, avoiding service duplication. The capacity of the organization and its staff to achieve desired results, as well as the long-term sustainability of the project without continuous financial reliance on the Ackley Community Foundation, are also critical considerations. Expected outcomes include tangible improvements in the quality of life for Ackley residents, such as enhanced cultural opportunities, stronger community bonds, improved educational outcomes for youth, better environmental stewardship, and increased access to health and human services. The Foundation's theory of change posits that by strategically investing in these key areas, it can catalyze positive social and economic development, leading to a more attractive and thriving community for all its inhabitants. The minimum request amount is $500, with most grants ranging from $500 to $3,000, ensuring a broad range of projects can be supported.

Recreation
Nonprofits