Arts Grants

This funding opportunity provides neighborhood associations in South Bend with financial support for innovative, resident-led projects that improve community engagement and enhance local quality of life.

The Harvey Area Community Foundation in North Dakota offers grants to IRS-designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Harvey and surrounding communities, prioritizing projects that benefit a large number of residents and have secured other funding sources, with a deadline of 09/30/2024.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community projects in the Garrison area of North Dakota, focusing on initiatives that benefit youth, senior citizens, and community development.

The Grant County Community Foundation in North Dakota is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to projects or nonprofit organizations in Grant County, with a focus on enhancing the quality of life for residents, and excluding projects substantially supported by government, national organizations, day-to-day expenses, and sectarian activities of religious organizations.

The Mott-Regent Community Foundation offers a grant of $10,000 to $100,000 for nonprofit projects or programs in Mott-Regent, North Dakota, prioritizing those that benefit a large number of residents and have secured other funding sources, with applications due for two rounds in April and September 2024.

The New England Area Community Foundation (NECF), an affiliate of the North Dakota Community Foundation, is seeking applications to enhance community well-being and quality of life. As a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation under IRS code 501(c)(3), NECF aligns its mission with fostering positive community development within the New England area. The grant program primarily focuses on improving the overall quality of life for residents by supporting initiatives that address critical community needs. The grant program targets a broad range of beneficiaries, including youth, senior citizens, and organizations engaged in leadership and community development. Impact goals include supporting projects and programs that benefit a larger number of residents within the New England community. The foundation prioritizes requests that demonstrate the applicant will seek or has already secured other funding sources, indicating a desire for sustainable and collaboratively supported projects. High-priority areas for funding include organizations serving youth, senior citizens, and those focused on leadership and community development. Projects that can demonstrate a widespread benefit to a greater number of residents are also highly favored. Conversely, requests for multiple-year funding, operating funds, or day-to-day expenses are considered low priority, suggesting the foundation aims to support specific, impactful projects rather than ongoing operational costs. Grants are awarded exclusively to organizations designated as 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt groups by the IRS or government agencies. Groups without this designation may apply through a fiscal sponsor. All funded organizations must operate within the New England community. Grants to religious organizations are strictly limited to non-denominational activities that serve the entire community, ensuring inclusivity and broad public benefit. Applications are due annually by April 30, with extensions possible at the Advisory Committee's discretion. The committee also retains the right to fund approved requests either fully or partially, based on their assessment of merit and alignment with strategic priorities.

The Unity Foundation of La Porte County is offering "Power for Good" Grants to support qualified nonprofit organizations, governmental bodies, and educators serving La Porte County, Indiana. This grant program aligns with the Foundation's mission to enhance the quality of life and strengthen the county by supporting innovative projects. The target beneficiaries of these grants are residents of La Porte County, with the goal of addressing issues not adequately serviced by existing community resources. The Foundation encourages submission of innovative projects that will further enhance the quality of life and strengthen the county, seeking new concepts rather than repetitive projects. Priorities for funding include one-time projects or needs, projects that provide leverage for generating other funds and community resources, and projects that facilitate cooperation and collaboration between organizations and communities within La Porte County. Funding requests should be at least $500 and no more than $5,000. Eligible applicants generally include charitable organizations with verifiable 501(c)(3) status operating or offering programs in La Porte County, Indiana. Governmental bodies (such as townships and fire districts) and educational institutions (including teachers) are also eligible, with additional restrictions noted under General Grant Making Policies. Churches may request funds for non-religious purposes only. The expected outcomes are innovative solutions that address community needs, leverage additional resources, and foster collaboration, ultimately leading to a stronger and more vibrant La Porte County.

The City of Allentown is launching a new Community Reinvestment program, committing $800,000 in grants to non-profit organizations that serve City residents. This initiative is designed to address critical needs within the community, focusing on areas that directly impact the well-being and stability of Allentown's population. The program's mission aligns with supporting local non-profits as essential service providers, ensuring that funding directly benefits city residents. While a specific foundation's mission and strategic priorities are not explicitly stated, the program's structure clearly indicates an alignment with community development, social welfare, and direct service provision to vulnerable populations within Allentown. The program targets Allentown non-profits serving city residents, with a specific focus on those assisting minority and underserved populations. The primary impact goals are to prevent evictions, improve community well-being through mental health and safety training, enhance technology for data collection on unsheltered and food-insecure individuals, and provide essential operational support for critical non-profits. The expected outcomes include increased legal representation for eviction prevention, improved emergency response for displaced individuals, broader access to mental health and safety training, better data tracking for vulnerable populations, and sustained operations for key service providers. Funding is allocated across four key categories, each with distinct priorities. Eviction Prevention and Emergency Response is prioritized with $400,000, seeking to fund legal representation and support for those displaced by catastrophic circumstances. Community Well-being, with $100,000, focuses on training providers in mental health awareness, violence prevention, and other critical health and safety areas. Technology Enhancements, also with $100,000, aims to improve data collection on unsheltered and food-insecure individuals by engaging shelters and food distribution centers with tracking software. Finally, Essential Not For-Profit Operational Support receives $200,000 to offset costs for non-profits meeting critical unduplicated service needs. The program's theory of change is rooted in empowering local non-profits to address immediate and systemic community challenges. By providing direct financial support, the City of Allentown aims to strengthen the capacity of these organizations to deliver vital services, improve the quality of life for its residents, and build a more resilient community. Measurable results will likely include the number of individuals receiving legal aid for eviction, the number of people trained in mental health and safety, improved accuracy and scope of data on vulnerable populations, and the continued operation of essential non-profits. Eligibility criteria emphasize that organizations must be Allentown non-profits with 80% of clients being city residents, or explicitly target funds to city residents, ensuring a direct local impact.

The City of Maple Valley is offering grants to local agencies and organizations that provide services and events within the community, with a deadline of July 10, 2024. The program aims to support initiatives that contribute to the city's economic development, community engagement, and human services. The grants are categorized into Economic/Community Events and Human Services, reflecting the city's commitment to fostering a vibrant and supportive environment for its residents. The Economic Development Commission (EDC) and the City's Finance Committee are responsible for reviewing applications and allocating funds, ensuring alignment with municipal purposes such as community participation and economic development. The grant program targets non-profit corporations that can demonstrate significant value to the citizens of Maple Valley. For Economic Events, beneficiaries include organizations that attract regional, state, and national participants, bringing economic benefit to the city. Examples like the Lake Wilderness Triathlon and the Be the Hope Walk illustrate the type of events that align with this focus. Community Event grants are intended for organizations that attract local participants and spectators, such as the Maple Valley Youth Symphony and Maple Valley Days, emphasizing local engagement and cultural enrichment. Human Services grants support agencies dedicated to providing essential services to the community. The program prioritizes events and services that serve valid municipal purposes, specifically community participation and economic development. For Economic Events, the focus is on attracting visitors from outside Maple Valley to stimulate the local economy. Community Events prioritize local engagement and enrichment. Human Services grants are aimed at addressing critical community needs through direct services. The evaluation process for Economic/Community Events is managed by the EDC, which recommends organizations to the City’s Finance Committee. The Finance Committee directly oversees the Human Services grant process. Expected outcomes include increased community participation, enhanced economic activity within Maple Valley, and improved access to vital human services. Measurable results for Economic Events could include visitor numbers from outside the city and economic impact assessments. For Community Events, success might be measured by local attendance and resident feedback on community engagement. Human Services grant outcomes would likely be assessed by the number of individuals served and the impact of those services on community well-being. The City of Maple Valley's strategic priority is to invest in its community through initiatives that offer both economic and social returns, thereby strengthening the overall fabric of the city.

The Wishek Area Community Foundation is accepting grant applications until 10/15/2024 from IRS recognized 501(c)(3) organizations and government-affiliated entities in the Wishek area, excluding individuals and day-to-day operations, to fund projects that enhance community life.

The "Helping Today" grant program, sponsored by The Erie Community Foundation, is designed to bolster Erie County nonprofits that are directly addressing the most pressing needs within their community. This initiative aligns seamlessly with the Foundation's broader mission to foster community well-being by empowering local organizations to make a tangible difference. The grant aims to strengthen the capacity of these nonprofits, ensuring they are well-equipped to tackle significant community issues. The primary beneficiaries of this program are individuals and families who are socio-economically disadvantaged, as well as historically marginalized communities within Erie County. The overarching impact goal is to uplift these populations by supporting projects that offer direct benefits and work towards equitable outcomes. By focusing on capacity building, the Foundation seeks to enhance the effectiveness and reach of its grantee organizations, thereby creating a more resilient and supportive community for all. The program prioritizes projects that enhance a nonprofit's ability to serve its community effectively. This includes support for a wide range of operational areas, such as general operations, program development, strategic planning, marketing and community awareness initiatives, capital purchases (including essential technology and vehicles), facilities improvements, and rigorous program evaluation. These focus areas reflect a strategic approach to fostering organizational health and sustainability, which in turn leads to more impactful service delivery. While the grant size can range from $10,000 to $100,000, individual grants are capped at $50,000 and must be utilized within a 12-month period. Expected outcomes include stronger, more efficient nonprofits that can more effectively address community needs, leading to improved conditions for disadvantaged and marginalized groups. The Foundation's theory of change is rooted in the belief that by investing in the operational and programmatic capacity of local nonprofits, it can catalyze significant positive social change and contribute to a healthier, more equitable Erie County.

The Minnewaukan Community Endowment Fund, affiliated with the North Dakota Community Foundation (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit), is offering grants for community projects specifically within the Minnewaukan area. This grant program aligns with the foundation's mission to support local initiatives and strengthen communities by providing financial resources to qualifying organizations. The foundation's strategic priority is to invest in projects that directly benefit the Minnewaukan community, fostering local development and addressing specific needs identified by the Advisory Committee. The primary target beneficiaries of these grants are organizations serving the Minnewaukan area, including those recognized under IRS code 501(c)(3) and official city or state government entities like schools and park districts. Individuals are not eligible to receive grants. The impact goal is to support a variety of community projects, contributing to the overall well-being and growth of the Minnewaukan area. While day-to-day operations may receive lower priority, the fund aims to support projects that will have a lasting positive effect. The grant program prioritizes projects that serve the entire Minnewaukan community. Grants to religious organizations are limited to activities that are non-denominational and broadly benefit the community. The focus is on new or ongoing community-driven projects, with a clear understanding that multi-year requests (pledges) are not made, though organizations can re-apply annually if previous grant reporting is complete. This annual discretion by the Advisory Committee allows for flexibility and responsiveness to evolving community needs. Expected outcomes include the successful implementation of community projects that address local needs and enhance the quality of life in Minnewaukan. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed, the requirement for previous grant reporting to be completed before re-applying suggests an emphasis on accountability and demonstrating the impact of funded projects. The foundation's theory of change appears to be that by providing annual grants to local organizations, they can empower the community to undertake initiatives that contribute to its collective strength and vitality.

The Parshall Area Community Foundation is accepting grant applications until 09/29/2024 from IRS-designated 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government agencies in Parshall and surrounding communities, prioritizing projects that benefit a large number of residents and have secured other funding sources, while operating expenses and multi-year funding requests are given lower priority.

The Colorado Media Project and Local Media Association have partnered to bring the LMA Lab for Journalism Funding to Colorado newsrooms. This program is designed to provide in-depth training and coaching to help local news organizations develop journalism projects that address community priorities and can be funded through philanthropy. The initiative aligns with a broader goal of strengthening local journalism and supporting news organizations in their fundraising efforts, building on the success of the LMA Lab for Journalism Funding which has helped over 100 U.S. news organizations raise more than $22 million since 2020. This collaborative effort, supported by the Google News Initiative, underscores a strategic priority to foster sustainable local news ecosystems through philanthropic support. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are community-based, locally controlled Colorado news organizations that produce original, local news at least weekly. Priority is given to newsrooms with philanthropic giving programs less than five years old, or those with new staff who could benefit from this training. Local news partnerships or coalitions are also encouraged to apply, especially if they have a joint initiative seeking philanthropic funding. The impact goal is to equip these newsrooms with the skills and resources to secure philanthropic funding for local journalism projects that are responsive to community needs, thereby enhancing the quality and sustainability of local news in Colorado. The program's priorities and focuses include setting fundraising goals aligned with market size, developing prospect lists, creating pitch decks and campaign materials, and facilitating meetings with funders. Participants will also engage in the end-of-year #newsCOneeds fundraising campaign. Preference will be given to organizations with strong local leadership and community ties, a focus on high-quality local journalism, leadership-level buy-in, an organizational commitment of staff time and resources, and a value for staff and leadership diversity. These criteria highlight a strategic focus on building capacity within newsrooms that are deeply embedded in their communities and committed to journalistic excellence. Expected outcomes include newsrooms setting and working towards specific fundraising goals, developing robust fundraising strategies and materials, and actively engaging with funders. Measurable results will likely include the amount of philanthropic funding raised by participating newsrooms, the number of new donor relationships established, and the successful execution of fundraising campaigns. The program also aims to contribute best practices and lessons learned through case studies and an industry playbook, fostering a collective learning environment and promoting a theory of change where targeted training and support lead to increased philanthropic investment in local journalism, ultimately strengthening civic engagement and informed communities.

This grant provides financial support to local organizations in Sarasota, Florida, and Delaware that focus on arts, historic preservation, education, and human services.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving the Kearney area, focusing on projects that enhance community quality of life across various sectors such as education, health, and the arts.

This grant provides financial support to Virginia-based nonprofits focused on arts, culture, education, and human services, helping them enhance their programs and operations.

The Batchelor Foundation Grant Program primarily supports programmatic grants, with occasional consideration for capital grants, focusing on aligning with the foundation's mission of community improvement in South Florida. The foundation prioritizes projects and programs with clearly defined, targeted outcomes, indicating a strategic approach to philanthropy that seeks measurable impact rather than broad support. This structured approach suggests a theory of change where targeted interventions in key areas lead to demonstrable positive changes within the community. The target beneficiaries of the Batchelor Foundation's grants are diverse, encompassing children, animals, and the natural environment. Specifically, the foundation supports programs that assist children in education, health, and general well-being. Additionally, it funds programs providing shelter, food, and medicine to animals, and initiatives protecting or educating the public about the natural environment. Some consideration is also given to charitable work for homeless programs and veteran services. These diverse areas of focus highlight the foundation's broad commitment to improving the welfare of vulnerable populations and the environment within its designated geographic region. The foundation's priorities and focuses are clearly articulated, emphasizing projects with well-defined outcomes. This strategic priority reflects a desire for accountability and demonstrable results from the grants awarded. The Batchelor Foundation places the highest priority on nonprofits located and providing charitable work in the South Florida counties of Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and Monroe. This geographic focus underscores a commitment to local impact and a deep understanding of the specific needs within these communities. Expected outcomes and measurable results are central to the Batchelor Foundation's grant-making philosophy, as evidenced by its emphasis on proposals with "clearly defined, targeted outcomes." While specific metrics are not detailed in the provided information, the focus on "targeted outcomes" implies that successful proposals will articulate how their programs will lead to tangible and quantifiable improvements in the lives of beneficiaries or the health of the environment. The grant period is generally one year, suggesting a focus on short to medium-term impacts that can be assessed within that timeframe. The foundation's overall strategic priorities and theory of change appear to center on investing in well-managed, outcome-oriented programs that address critical needs in the South Florida community, thereby fostering a more educated, healthy, and protected environment for its residents and wildlife.

The Historic Downtown Kennewick Partnership, in collaboration with the City of Kennewick’s Community Development Department, has relaunched the Downtown Kennewick Façade Improvement Grant Program. This initiative aims to enhance the visual appeal of downtown Kennewick by fostering a cohesive image, promoting coordinated signage and store graphics, and complementing existing building façades. The program offers grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, with up to $25,000 per storefront, to support improvements. This program aligns with the broader mission of revitalizing and developing the downtown area, contributing to economic growth and community pride. The primary beneficiaries of this program are property owners and businesses within the designated target area of downtown Kennewick. The impact goals are centered on creating a more attractive and vibrant downtown environment, which in turn is expected to draw more visitors and customers, stimulate local commerce, and encourage further investment in the area. By improving the aesthetics of storefronts, the program directly addresses the need for a unified and appealing commercial district. The program prioritizes eligible improvements such as cleaning and painting, new awnings, canopies, and signs, gutters and downspouts, exterior wall repairs, building-mounted lighting, door and window repairs and replacements, and accessibility improvements. A key focus is on ensuring projects comply with the City of Kennewick Façade Improvement Program Underwriting Guidelines and are evaluated for consistency with an approved color palette by the Historic Downtown Kennewick Partnership’s Design Committee. The committee specifically encourages a sophisticated and restrained application of color, using vibrant hues for highlights and trim, and softer tones for main building elements. Expected outcomes include a visibly improved downtown area with enhanced curb appeal and a more unified architectural style. Measurable results will likely involve the number of storefronts that undergo renovations, the total investment leveraged by the grants, and potentially increased foot traffic or business activity in the revitalized areas. The underlying theory of change is that by investing in physical improvements and enhancing the aesthetic quality of downtown façades, the program will create a more inviting and economically dynamic environment, leading to increased community engagement and sustained revitalization efforts. The program’s strategic priorities are clearly focused on visual improvement and adherence to design guidelines to achieve these broader community development goals.

The City of Arlington is offering grants to public and non-profit agencies for projects that foster economic development and tourism within the city. This grant program aims to align with the city's mission by supporting initiatives that enhance the local economy and draw visitors, ultimately contributing to the overall prosperity and vibrancy of Arlington. The available funding for these grants is $175,000, with a grant duration of one year, from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant program are public and non-profit agencies that can propose qualifying events or projects. The impact goals are to stimulate economic growth and increase tourism. This includes marketing and operations of special events and festivals, operations of tourism-related facilities owned by non-profit organizations, and operations and capital expenditures of tourism-related facilities owned by municipalities. The program prioritizes projects that directly contribute to tourism marketing and the execution of special events and festivals. It also focuses on supporting the operational and capital needs of tourism-related facilities, particularly those managed by non-profit organizations or owned by municipalities. Applicants are required to demonstrate a minimum 25% match of total project costs to be eligible for funding. Expected outcomes include an increase in tourist activity, enhanced local economic development, and improved infrastructure or marketing for tourism-related facilities. Measurable results would involve tracking the number of visitors attracted, the economic impact of supported events, and the successful operation or enhancement of tourism-related facilities. The City of Arlington's strategic priority is to build a stronger, more attractive city through targeted investments in tourism and economic development.