Grants for City or township governments - Health

This funding opportunity provides support for clinical researchers to develop independent careers in patient-centered and comparative effectiveness research, focusing on improving healthcare delivery for underserved populations in the U.S.

The Women Working Wonders Fund (WWWF), an endowed fund of the Greater Lowell Community Foundation (GLCF), is currently accepting proposals to empower women and girls to effect positive change in the community. The GLCF's mission, through the WWWF, is to advance the contributions of women and girls, fostering their development and impact within the Greater Lowell area. This grant program directly aligns with the foundation's broader goal of supporting community-led initiatives and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. The primary beneficiaries of the WWWF grants are women and girls within the community. The fund aims to achieve several impact goals, including assisting women in transition, providing leadership development opportunities for women and girls, and contributing to environmental beautification efforts that specifically benefit women and girls. These goals are designed to address key areas of need and opportunity for this demographic, fostering self-sufficiency, leadership skills, and an improved living environment. The WWWF focuses on programs and projects that directly empower women and girls. Specific priorities include initiatives that offer support during transitional periods, such as career changes or life events, and programs that cultivate leadership abilities from a young age. Additionally, the fund supports projects that enhance the local environment, with a particular emphasis on creating spaces that are beneficial and safe for women and girls. This strategic focus ensures that the grants create tangible and lasting positive changes. Expected outcomes for funded programs include measurable improvements in the lives of women and girls, such as increased access to resources for those in transition, enhanced leadership skills among participants, and visible improvements in community spaces benefiting women and girls. The WWWF will award five grants of up to $10,000 each, aiming to support diverse projects that align with its mission. The foundation's theory of change posits that by investing in programs that directly address the needs and potential of women and girls, a stronger, more equitable, and thriving community will emerge. Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply, and further information is available through the GLCF.

This funding opportunity supports innovative, time-sensitive research projects that enhance ongoing clinical studies related to arthritis, musculoskeletal, and skin diseases by leveraging existing patient data and samples.

The Massachusetts Food Ventures Program (MFVP) is a grant program designed to enhance access to healthy, affordable food options and generate economic opportunities within low to moderate income communities. It aligns with a broader mission to implement the goals of the Massachusetts Local Food Action Plan and contribute to the financial needs of local Massachusetts food enterprises. The program’s strategic approach emphasizes expanding investment to improve access to Massachusetts grown, harvested, or caught food products through the development of collaborations between local agricultural enterprises and private/public entities. The primary target beneficiaries of the MFVP are low to moderate income communities, including Gateway Cities and rural communities within Massachusetts. The program aims to improve commercial food access and distribution in these areas. The expected outcomes include increased availability of Massachusetts-produced foods, creation of new permanent jobs, greater access to affordable fresh food, and year-round access to diverse food production and distribution. The overall impact goal is to strengthen the local food system and foster equitable access to healthy food options. Key areas of investment for the MFVP include food processing infrastructure to meet the needs of the expanding local food system, improved distribution systems to support equitable access to fresh local food, and retail outlet strategies that enhance access to healthy food. Specific project types considered eligible reflect these priorities, such as the creation of commercial food processing infrastructure benefiting low and moderate income households, innovative proposals by commercial food commissaries that connect local farms, proposals for construction or renovation of food co-ops, development of greenhouses and farmers’ markets, and capital for food hubs. Additionally, the program focuses on innovative projects for commercial markets that connect local food producers and partners to develop or renovate large-scale retail markets for healthy, locally produced food. Mobile markets and other innovative market initiatives are also supported to purchase, design, and upgrade vehicles that provide healthy Massachusetts food. Each of these focus areas is intended to directly contribute to the program's theory of change, which posits that strategic investments in food infrastructure, distribution, and retail will lead to improved food access and economic opportunities for underserved communities. Applicants eligible for the MFVP include Massachusetts Municipalities, Massachusetts Non-Profit or For-Profit Organizations, and Individual Residents of Massachusetts. The program specifically excludes funding for audits, feasibility studies, design work, operation or maintenance costs, and reimbursement for already completed projects or staff/consultant time on proposals for completed projects. This ensures that the grants are directed towards new investments and initiatives that directly support the program’s objectives.

The Vinton County Community Fund, in partnership with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, is accepting grant applications to support projects and programs that benefit Vinton County residents and communities. This initiative aligns with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio's broader mission to advance opportunities across the region, particularly focusing on local community needs. The fund seeks to foster positive change and development within Vinton County by supporting various community-driven efforts. The grants are specifically targeted towards nonprofits, schools, and public organizations, as well as groups working under fiscal sponsorship. The primary beneficiaries are individuals of all ages residing in Vinton County. The program's impact goals are centered on creating opportunities, meeting pressing needs, and unleashing the potential within the county, aiming for tangible improvements in the quality of life for its residents. The program prioritizes projects and programs that advance opportunities across five key areas, known as the Pillars of Prosperity: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health and human services. This strategic focus ensures that funding addresses a diverse range of critical needs and supports holistic community development. Emphasis is placed on initiatives that are spearheaded by individuals committed to making a difference in their community. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed, the expected outcomes are implicitly tied to the advancement of opportunities within the five pillars. Projects are expected to demonstrate potential impact, with funding requests between $500 and $2,500 generally preferred, though larger requests may be considered based on the scale of their potential influence. This framework reflects the Foundation's theory of change, which posits that investing in these key areas, through local initiatives, will lead to sustainable community growth and improved well-being for Vinton County residents.

This funding opportunity supports established biomedical data repositories and knowledgebases to enhance their operations and community engagement, ensuring they remain vital resources for researchers in the biomedical field.

This funding opportunity supports research that develops innovative tools to measure and enhance children's language development, particularly by engaging diverse communities and understanding environmental influences.

This funding opportunity supports community-based organizations in the Mid-Atlantic region to implement sustainable forestry initiatives that promote environmental justice, improve public health, and create green job opportunities in disadvantaged areas.

This funding opportunity is designed to establish teams that provide essential support and resources to adults with complex mental health conditions during critical transitions, such as hospital discharges, to promote community integration and long-term well-being.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for researchers developing innovative, non-opioid treatments for various types of pain, with a focus on early-stage studies and collaboration with underrepresented populations.

Grant Title: New Therapeutic Strategies for Genital Herpes (R21/R33 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) aims to fund innovative research to develop new treatments for genital herpes that can reduce viral shedding, prevent lesions, and lower transmission risks.

This funding opportunity supports early-stage research projects aimed at discovering new pain management targets within specific proteins, encouraging innovative approaches to develop non-addictive therapies for pain relief.

This funding opportunity supports research centers focused on developing innovative contraceptive methods, particularly non-hormonal options, and encourages participation from diverse institutions and underrepresented groups.

This grant provides funding for organizations to develop and advance medical countermeasures against public health threats, including diseases and emergencies related to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear risks.

This funding opportunity provides financial support and technical assistance to organizations working to establish and sustain residency programs in rural areas, helping to increase the number of physicians in underserved communities.

The "Ending the Epidemic: New Models of Integrated HIV/AIDS, Addiction, and Primary Care Services" grant aims to fund research that develops and tests new strategies for combining primary care, HIV, Hepatitis, and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to improve health outcomes for individuals at high risk for or living with these conditions in the US.

This funding opportunity supports researchers in conducting early-stage clinical trials for innovative treatments and interventions targeting neurological disorders.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for early-stage researchers from diverse backgrounds to conduct independent studies on communication disorders, including hearing and speech issues, with a focus on addressing significant scientific and clinical challenges.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working with the Eswatini government to strengthen public health systems for monitoring and responding to HIV, TB, and related health threats.

This funding opportunity supports researchers in developing small molecule chemical probes to investigate biological processes related to mental health, aging, drug addiction, and eye diseases.