Grants for For profit organizations other than small businesses - Health

The Education In-School Grant, offered by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, is designed to bolster music and arts education within Louisiana K-12 schools. This grant directly aligns with the foundation's mission by funding instruction in music and art, both during the regular school day and after-school, supporting cultural enrichment and educational access in the arts. The grant specifically targets public and private K-12 schools in all parishes of Louisiana, aiming to empower them to provide robust arts programs. The primary goal of this grant is to enhance the quality and accessibility of music and art education for K-12 students in Louisiana. The program prioritizes funding for essential resources such as instruments, instrument repair, sheet music, and visual art supplies, which are crucial for effective arts instruction. It also supports the engagement of visiting teaching artists or clinicians and covers bus transportation costs for students participating in school arts programs. Furthermore, the grant can be utilized for after-school or summer instruction delivered on school premises, expanding opportunities for students to engage with the arts beyond regular hours. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation's strategic priority through this grant is to ensure that Louisiana's youth have continuous access to quality arts education, fostering creativity and cultural appreciation from a young age. The theory of change underpinning this initiative is that by providing direct financial support for resources, instruction, and programmatic activities, schools will be better equipped to offer comprehensive and engaging music and art programs. This, in turn, will lead to increased student participation, improved artistic skills, and a greater appreciation for cultural heritage. Expected outcomes include an increase in the number of students participating in music and art programs, an enhancement in the quality and variety of arts instruction available in Louisiana schools, and a reduction in financial barriers for schools seeking to implement or expand their arts curricula. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond the types of items funded, the implicit measurable results would include the number of instruments purchased or repaired, the quantity of art supplies acquired, the number of teaching artist visits, and the number of students transported or participating in funded programs, all contributing to the broader goal of fostering a vibrant arts education landscape across the state. The maximum grant request is $7,500, with a grant period for activities occurring between September 1, 2024, and August 31, 2025.

This funding opportunity supports diverse institutions and researchers in conducting innovative research to promote health equity and improve health outcomes for all individuals, particularly by addressing social determinants of health and eliminating health disparities.

This funding opportunity supports multi-site clinical trials for innovative treatments and interventions aimed at preventing or alleviating symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, inviting applications from a diverse range of organizations and institutions.

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects aimed at developing tools and treatments for diagnosing and mitigating injuries from radiation exposure during public health emergencies.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-based projects in Goodhue County that aim to prevent opioid misuse and promote healthy lifestyles.

The Small Grant Initiative (SGI) by the Alachua County Commission aims to foster the development and growth of non-governmental, grassroots organizations and emerging small businesses within Alachua County. This program aligns with the commission's mission to support its residents, particularly those living at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. The initiative is designed to strengthen the capacity and infrastructure of these organizations, thereby enhancing their ability to serve the community effectively. The primary beneficiaries of the SGI are Alachua County residents who are economically disadvantaged. The program seeks to achieve significant impact by addressing critical community needs in areas such as safe, affordable housing, adequate food, quality healthcare, and quality childcare and education. By supporting organizations focused on these areas, the initiative intends to improve the overall quality of life and well-being for vulnerable populations within the county. The SGI prioritizes one-time capacity building or infrastructure improvements. This focus ensures that the funded projects create lasting changes that enhance the organizational effectiveness and service delivery of the grant recipients. The program is specifically interested in proposals that demonstrate a clear strategy for addressing one or more of the identified priority areas, with a maximum award limit of $15,000 for individual proposals. Expected outcomes include strengthened local organizations, improved access to essential services for low-income residents, and tangible advancements in housing, food security, healthcare, and education within Alachua County. Measurable results could include an increase in the number of individuals served by recipient organizations, improved quality or accessibility of services, and the successful completion of capacity-building projects or infrastructure upgrades. The grant period, running from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025, provides a clear timeframe for the implementation and evaluation of these projects.

This program provides funding and resources to U.S.-based entrepreneurs, scientists, and companies to develop innovative biotechnology solutions that convert dairy co-products into valuable commercial products.

This initiative provides funding and support programs for for-profit businesses in Portland, Oregon, that are at least 51% Black-owned and have been operating for over two years.

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.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for a centralized coordination center that will ethically manage and enhance research on ancient human DNA, fostering collaboration among diverse scientific and community stakeholders.

The Kansas City Outdoor Dining Enhancement Grant Program, under the leadership of Mayor Quinton Lucas and Councilman Wes Rogers, offers financial support to enhance permanent and multi-season outdoor dining spaces for restaurants in Kansas City, Missouri. The program aims to foster a vibrant restaurant industry, contributing to a thriving local economy and community-oriented neighborhoods. Eligible restaurants can receive grants of up to $15,000 for outdoor dining enhancements such as building structures, infrastructure improvements, and the purchase of furniture and coverings. Eligibility criteria include being a private, for-profit, full-service restaurant located in Kansas City, Missouri, possessing necessary licenses and permits, and having been in business for at least one year. Applications are accepted from July 29 to August 16, 2024, with selections announced in September 2024.

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 is designed to support research initiatives that will study and track the long-term effects of severe viral respiratory infections in young children, aiming to improve their health outcomes as they grow.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for early-career researchers in genomics to advance innovative projects that contribute to the field and promote diversity within the research community.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based organizations conducting health equity research that has been disrupted by federal funding cuts, prioritizing projects led by early- to mid-career researchers from historically underrepresented backgrounds.

Through Illinois General Review Funds, funds will be appropriated for expenses related to Suicide Prevention, Education, and Treatment Program pursuant to Public Act 101-0331. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will provide funding to expand the implementation of strategies in the Illinois Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan. At the recommendation of the Illinois Suicide Prevention Alliance (ISPA), the IDPH Violence and Injury Prevention Section will provide funding to one entity for the purpose to organize and implement workforce development opportunities through implementing the ECHO approach, a Community of Practice (CoP), and offering evidence-based trainings to build workforce development for professionals.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Erie County to support projects that improve the lives of women and children by addressing critical issues such as transportation, healthcare, education, housing, childcare, and food insecurity.

This grant from Sanofi's Rare Blood Disorders Medical Affairs department focuses on medical education programs addressing Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP). The grant aims to support independent medical education (IME) activities that recap highlights from EHA 2024 and ISTH 2024 conferences on ITP, emphasizing enduring programs, accredited or non-accredited IME activities, and digital or omnichannel formats. Proposals should address existing healthcare gaps in the treatment and management of ITP, improving clinician knowledge and patient outcomes. The maximum grant request is $150,000, with a focus on comprehensive interventions that address knowledge and performance gaps in ITP treatment. Proposals should cover target audience generation, learning objectives, educational methods, faculty recruitment, program evaluation, and budget planning.

This funding opportunity supports early-stage postdoctoral researchers in cancer research by providing resources for structured training and professional development to advance their scientific careers.