Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Community Development

The Mississippi Humanities Council offers grants to support projects that engage communities in meaningful dialogue, attract diverse audiences, and are participatory and engaging, applying humanities to everyday life. Grants support public humanities programs, exhibits, planning of larger projects, and the development of original productions in various media. Regular grants : start at $2,500 to $10,000. Regular grants applications are accepted on May 1st and September 1st Grant renewed every year.

This program provides financial assistance to state and local agencies, victim service organizations, and non-profits to support victims of terrorism and mass violence through compensation and crisis response services.

The Whipple Foundation Fund, established by Mildred Whipple in 2003, aims to improve and enhance lifelong learning for the residents of Douglas County. The fund supports the reopening of libraries that were previously part of the Douglas County Library System, with a particular emphasis on reopening the Mildred Whipple Library in Drain. The fund also intends to make an annual grant to the American Leadership Forum to support the participation of an emerging leader from Douglas County. Additionally, the fund prioritizes early childhood programs from prenatal to kindergarten readiness, focusing on initiatives that address school readiness and healthy families in collaboration with other funders. While these priorities receive high consideration, other projects supporting the education of Douglas County residents may also apply. The fund has two grant deadlines annually: January 15 for a spring OCF board decision and July 15 for a fall OCF board decision. Completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]. More information can be found on the grant application and past recipients can be viewed on the provided link. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Winter deadline: December 1st to January 15th

This grant provides funding to state and local governments, non-profits, educational institutions, and local courts in Maryland to improve safety, permanency, and well-being for children in the foster care system.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to established organizations in the Philadelphia region that help individuals facing significant barriers to employment access quality job training and secure sustainable employment.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Michigan's public, Tribal, and independent colleges and universities to develop sustainable solutions that combat student food insecurity and related basic needs challenges.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for Native American communities to develop sustainable economic projects, preserve cultural heritage, and enhance local infrastructure and social systems.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Ohio that assist families affected by sickle cell disease through education, outreach, and resource development.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and individuals focused on suicide prevention, enabling them to implement best practices and enhance resources for high-risk populations across the nation.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist attacks, enabling them to improve their physical and cybersecurity measures.

This funding opportunity supports California-based organizations in implementing community-led initiatives that prevent domestic violence through education and social norm change, rather than providing direct services to victims.

This funding opportunity supports public humanities projects in Iowa that foster community engagement and educational programming about the human experience, available to individuals, nonprofits, local governments, and higher education institutions.

Community Grants Summer Round grant applications (for projects beginning after August 1): The Community Foundation of Greene County's General Community Grants are funded through the Field of Interest Funds and discretionary funds such as The Good For Greene Fund and The Francis “Bob” Bradford Fund. These grants support projects aligning with the goals of specific funds, aimed at enhancing the quality of life in Greene County, Pennsylvania. Projects can span various sectors including animal welfare, environmental protection, arts and culture, community development, education, health, and human needs. The award for a Community Grant does not exceed $5,000. Applications are considered based on their potential impact, promotion of cooperation among agencies, and effectiveness in addressing community needs. Grant renewed every year. Grant Summer Annual deadline: June 1st

This program provides funding to establish community-based telehealth resources that connect rural veterans with healthcare providers, improving their access to essential medical services.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that help families experiencing homelessness access quality child care and educational programs.

This funding opportunity supports Arizona-based nonprofit organizations dedicated to producing, presenting, teaching, or serving the arts, helping them strengthen their operations and enhance their community impact.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to colleges and universities that serve significant populations of Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian students, helping them improve educational outcomes and institutional capacity through innovative projects.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government units, and educational institutions in Charlevoix County that are working on projects related to arts, music, history, and culture.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and special districts in Adams County, Colorado, to enhance family stability and promote community development through essential services and innovative projects.

This funding opportunity supports community-based projects in Ellensburg that enhance and protect surface water quality through education, outreach, and implementation efforts, specifically targeting volunteer groups and non-profits.