Grants for Individuals - Community Development

This program provides financial assistance to Lincoln property owners for implementing sustainable landscaping projects that reduce stormwater runoff and improve water quality.

This funding initiative provides financial support to various organizations and individuals in Vermont to expand and improve licensed child care services for infants and toddlers, ensuring greater access to high-quality early childhood education.

This program provides funding for artistic and cultural projects that engage Phoenix residents, supporting local nonprofits, schools, and collectives to promote diversity and inclusivity in the arts.

The Paint Oklahoma Beautiful program, a Keep Oklahoma Beautiful initiative, is designed to empower community organizations and volunteers to rejuvenate unsightly buildings within their localities. This program aligns with the foundation's mission by fostering community engagement, promoting civic pride, and enhancing the aesthetic appeal of Oklahoma's communities through the creative and resourceful renovation of structures. The target beneficiaries of this program are groups and organizations located in Oklahoma that are dedicated to improving their communities. The program aims to encourage volunteerism and provide resources for community-led beautification projects. Impact goals include fostering a sense of ownership among residents, improving the visual landscape of towns and cities, and creating more inviting public spaces. The program prioritizes projects that utilize the provided 5-gallon pails of paint for renovation, with an option for a primer stipend if needed. Eligible projects encompass a wide range of community structures, such as downtown buildings, schools, community centers, playground equipment, fences, and walls. For safety, projects must avoid heavy traffic areas, highways, and streets. The program focuses on encouraging broad participation, while also offering a contest for those who adhere strictly to the provided paint. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in the number of renovated community structures and a heightened sense of community spirit. Measurable results are demonstrated through the "Communities Primed for Change" contest, which awards prizes for first, second, and third place, with prizes of $1000, $750, and $500 respectively. This incentivizes participants to complete projects using only the provided paint and the structure included in their application, reinforcing the program's strategic priority of resource-efficient community improvement.

This program provides financial assistance to low to moderate income homeowners in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to help them maintain ownership of their primary residences.

This grant provides funding for a comprehensive economic impact study of Wyoming's energy industry, targeting researchers, universities, government entities, and private industry capable of analyzing both fossil fuels and renewable energy sectors.

This funding opportunity is designed to assist farmers in 14 designated counties of Upper East Tennessee who have suffered damages or losses due to Tropical Storm Helene, enabling them to recover and rebuild their operations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for teams of alumni from U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop innovative projects that address global challenges and strengthen ties between the U.S. and Mauritius or Seychelles.

This initiative provides funding and support to state coalitions focused on removing barriers to education and employment for individuals with incarceration histories, promoting fair chance hiring and systemic reforms.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. Department of State exchange program alumni in Zambia to implement innovative community projects that promote freedom, collaboration, and strengthen ties with the U.S. government.

This grant provides funding to organizations that develop resources and strategies to empower individuals with developmental disabilities in Texas to effectively communicate their health care needs and navigate the health care system.

This funding opportunity supports partnerships between universities and community organizations in Indiana to improve health outcomes and address social determinants of health through collaborative planning activities.

This funding opportunity supports community initiatives in Minnesota that aim to improve awareness, early diagnosis, and culturally competent care for Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias, particularly among underserved populations such as BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those living in Greater Minnesota.

This program recognizes and honors influential individuals in Colorado's agriculture industry for their leadership and contributions to the state's $40 billion agricultural economy.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Kansas-based providers of Home and Community-Based Services to modernize their service delivery and enhance community integration and employment access for individuals with disabilities.

This grant provides funding to K-12 schools, parent groups, and universities to develop programs that promote renewable energy, environmental sustainability, and community engagement.

This grant provides funding to support the preservation and rehabilitation of historic buildings in West Virginia, prioritizing projects that enhance cultural heritage tourism and serve community needs.

This funding opportunity supports individual authors, including academics and journalists, in creating well-researched nonfiction books for a general audience, particularly those exploring themes related to American history and culture.

This program provides funding to public entities and nonprofit organizations in Indiana to improve mental health services for at-risk youth, particularly in rural areas, by promoting community-based interventions and diversion from the juvenile justice system.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to the University of Southern Mississippi to establish a Data Assembly Hub for Uncrewed Systems, enhancing environmental monitoring and research in alignment with NOAA's mission.