Community Impact Grant for Strengthening Local Programs and Services
GrantID: 247
Grant Funding Amount Low: $200
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $300,000
Summary
This grant opportunity supports nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities in New Hampshire and select neighboring towns in Maine and Vermont. It is designed to help organizations address essential local needs, promote equity, and expand access to services that improve health, well‑being, and economic security for people and families. The funding encourages work that supports basic needs such as food security, housing, legal support, behavioral health, early education, and collaborative efforts that build community capacity and resilience.
Eligible applicants are generally registered nonprofit organizations with public charity status, though groups without their own tax‑exempt status may apply through a fiscal sponsor. Municipal entities and religious organizations may also be eligible for specific project‑based support if the activities funded are open to all members of the community. Organizations headquartered outside the region may qualify for project funding if the work directly benefits eligible service areas.
The intent of the funds is broad: applicants can request support for either general operating needs or specific project activities that respond to community challenges. Funds may be used to enhance programs, support strategic planning or collaboration, and sustain services that meet local needs. The program particularly prioritizes proposals that advance equity, racial justice, safety, and belonging while addressing pressing issues for underserved populations.
Grant award amounts in the main competitive cycle can be up to about $20,000 per year for one or two years, offering organizations flexible support for both ongoing work and defined initiatives. Deadlines for the annual main cycle occur once each year, while some smaller or targeted grant streams offer rolling or periodic submission windows. The decision process typically begins after the application deadline, and awards are distributed later in the year.
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