Grants for Nonprofits - Health

To further support the mission of the Social Service Grant (SSG) program, the City Council has approved an additional $250,000 specifically for mental health programs and services. Funds awarded must be expended this calendar year. In order to maximize impact on Naperville’s mental health needs, some restrictions of the SSG program have been removed. Please review the guidelines below before beginning your application: 1) Organizations applying are not required to be a non-profit 501(c)(3) or recognized by the State of Illinois as a non-profit organization. School districts, medical providers, coalitions and faith communities are welcome to apply, as are non-profit organizations and providers. Entities that have already received 2024 SSG funding are eligible to apply for additional funding. 2) Programs and services must impact mental health and Naperville residents. This can include individual or group counseling, prevention or early-intervention care, crisis care, treatment for trauma, and suicide prevention. If you are unsure about eligibility, please contact the Community Grants Coordinator. 3) Grants are reimbursement-based. Grantees must accrue costs prior to requesting reimbursement from the City of Naperville. 4) Applications are available May 1, 2024 and due May 31, 2024. 5) Grant funds will be awarded in June 2024 and must be expended, with reimbursements processed, by December 31, 2024. Please tailor your request to ensure funds can be expended within this timeframe. A Final Program & Financial Report must be filed by January 31, 2025. By submission of this application you are certifying that to the best of your knowledge and belief, data in this application is true and correct, the document has been duly authorized by the governing body of the applicant, and the applicant will comply with all regulations applicable to the City of Naperville Social Services Grant program. Submit completed grant applications with attachments (Zip file recommended) to: Miranda Barfuss Community Grants Coordinator 630-305-5315 barfussm@naperville.il.us

This grant provides funding for innovative research on the effects of HIV on aging, targeting projects that explore the health and quality of life of older adults living with HIV.

This grant provides financial support to early-stage cancer researchers transitioning to independent faculty positions, helping them develop their research skills and generate preliminary data for future funding applications.

This funding opportunity supports researchers at various institutions to investigate how combining vaccine adjuvants can improve immune responses, ultimately leading to better vaccine designs for different diseases.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for researchers to develop and test innovative strategies aimed at preventing prenatal alcohol exposure and improving outcomes for individuals affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders.

This grant provides funding to educational institutions, nonprofits, and government agencies for projects that enhance agriculture and food systems in Hawaiʻi Island communities, focusing on sustainability and local food access.

This funding opportunity supports researchers and organizations in developing innovative artificial intelligence and machine learning methods to accelerate drug discovery and preclinical development for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

This funding opportunity provides early career scientists with flexible financial support to develop their research programs in fundamental biological processes without the need for extensive preliminary data.

This grant provides funding for research aimed at understanding the factors that contribute to health disparities in HIV and aging among racial and ethnic minorities, low-income populations, and other underserved groups, focusing on how multiple health conditions affect their overall well-being and quality of life.

This program provides funding to individuals, businesses, and organizations in Missouri for projects that increase local food production and availability, particularly in areas facing food insecurity.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in Puerto Rico for implementing off-grid energy solutions, helping them maintain essential services without relying on the unreliable local power grid.

This funding opportunity supports early-career rehabilitation researchers in conducting small-scale studies that will help them gather preliminary data for future larger research projects focused on improving recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with disabilities.

This funding opportunity supports small, volunteer-run organizations with annual incomes under £350,000 that are working on grassroots projects for long-term social change and non-violent action.

This funding opportunity supports community-led health initiatives in Miami-Dade County, Florida, focusing on improving health outcomes for chronic conditions and maternal/child health through local partnerships and resources.

This grant provides funding to Indiana communities, schools, and nonprofits for temporary urban projects that improve walking and biking safety, particularly for underserved populations.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in Douglas County, Minnesota, to support health and wellness initiatives that address the needs of residents experiencing poverty.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to research institutions for developing and conducting multi-institutional clinical trials focused on cancer control, prevention, and care delivery in community settings.

This grant provides funding to support promising postdoctoral researchers in neuroscience, enabling them to receive advanced training and mentorship in a focused research environment.

This funding opportunity supports research collaborations between U.S. and Latin American institutions to address health disparities related to chronic diseases among Hispanic/Latino populations in the U.S. and Latin America.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based researchers and organizations in developing innovative cancer communication strategies using advanced technologies to improve cancer prevention, control, and patient care.