Grant to Strengthen Communities and meet Essential needs
GrantID: 14904
Grant Funding Amount Low: $2,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $20,000
Summary
This grant opportunity supports nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities and meet essential needs in a specific region of the Northeastern U.S. It is designed for charities, community-based nonprofits, and organizations that serve the public good — not for private businesses or individuals. The funding can be used either to support ongoing operations or to underwrite specific projects that directly benefit people in need.
Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) public charities, charitable institutions using a fiscal sponsor when needed, and community-focused nonprofits committed to inclusive, community-wide benefit. The grant is open to organizations serving within the foundation’s defined geographic region — primarily across one state and also in a number of adjacent border towns in neighboring states for some programs.
The kinds of work this grant supports cover a broad range of community needs: fostering health and well-being; improving access to housing, shelter, and food security; expanding early childhood care and education; offering support for individuals experiencing crisis; aiding people with disabilities; assisting survivors of trauma; and strengthening civic involvement and economic security. Projects that promote equity, social justice, safety, and community resilience — often for vulnerable populations facing systemic barriers — are given special priority.
Grant amounts are modest but meaningful: an organization may request up to $20,000 per year, for one or two years. That means a total grant could amount to $40,000 if approved for two years. The foundation accepts both project-based support and more general operating support under the same program. Because funding is limited and competitive, applicants are advised to clearly describe community need and articulate how the requested amount aligns with the organization’s overall budget and impact goals.
Overall, this funding opportunity is tailored to community-minded nonprofits serving the defined region — helping them deliver essential services, respond to crises, and build long-term capacity to support families and individuals in need.
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