Grants for Nonprofits - Health

The U.S. Embassy Libreville of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to support Gabonese communities through modest grants that would positively impact communities. Program Objectives: Self-Help projects must foster community self-reliance. Self-Help activities must have community participation and contribution -- volunteer time and labor, donated land, equipment and materials -- and the U.S. contribution must be on a one-time basis only. Self-Help activities should have a significant impact, benefiting the greatest number of people possible. Projects that directly benefit a limited number of people are discouraged. Self-Help activities must help improve basic economic or social conditions at the local community or village level; Self-Help projects must also be viable and sustainable in terms of finance, personnel support (i.e. teachers for schoolrooms), and necessary expertise and services. Self-Help projects must also respect environmental norms for small projects. Self-Help activities must fall within the ability of the local community to implement. Activities that are too complex should be avoided.

This funding opportunity supports programs that assist young people in Hawaiʻi who have experienced foster care or mental health systems after age 14, helping them achieve stability in areas like education, employment, housing, and health.

The T.L.L. Temple Foundation is dedicated to fostering a flourishing East Texas by combating poverty and expanding access and opportunities for all residents. Their grant program aligns directly with this mission, inviting applications from organizations committed to this vision. The foundation's support spans various critical areas, including general operating support, project support, capital improvements, and organizational development, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to empowering its grantees. The foundation's programmatic focus is structured around six key areas: Education, Economic Opportunity, Health, Human Services, Arts and Culture, and Environment and Conservation. These areas reflect the foundation's strategic priorities, aiming to address multifaceted challenges within the community. While the overall goal is to alleviate poverty and create opportunities, the specific impact goals within each program area would likely involve improving educational attainment, increasing economic stability, enhancing community well-being, supporting cultural enrichment, and promoting environmental stewardship. The target beneficiaries of the T.L.L. Temple Foundation's grants are primarily residents of the designated East Texas counties, along with Miller County, Arkansas. The foundation explicitly states its service area to include a specific list of Texas counties, and notably, it only funds organizations in Harris County if there's a direct benefit to residents of the rural counties, underscoring its commitment to the rural communities within its service area. The foundation's theory of change appears to be rooted in a belief that by investing in these core areas and supporting organizations that directly serve these communities, they can create a ripple effect, leading to a more prosperous and equitable East Texas. While the provided text does not explicitly detail expected outcomes and measurable results, it is reasonable to infer that within each program area, the foundation would anticipate tangible improvements. For example, in Education, outcomes could include improved test scores or graduation rates; in Economic Opportunity, increased employment or small business creation; and in Health, better health outcomes or access to care. Organizations applying for grants would likely be expected to propose clear, measurable objectives aligned with these broader impact goals to demonstrate the effectiveness of their proposed projects and contribute to the foundation's overarching mission.

This funding opportunity is designed to support higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations, and other eligible entities in establishing a coordination center to advance research on how our bodies sense and respond to internal signals, with a focus on improving mental health and overall wellness.

This funding opportunity supports innovative research exploring how social isolation and loneliness contribute to suicide risk among older adults, particularly focusing on underrepresented communities and various social factors.

. Proposals should include at least two of the following points: HIV prevention activities among: Persons with disabilities Campaigns to sensitize and engage meaningfully with persons with disabilities Community based interventions to address: Persons with disability friendly sexual reproductive health activities Interventions aimed at reducing risky sexual behavior among persons with disability Activities that are not typically funded include, but are not limited to: HIV medicines, diagnostics and services HIV Testing Prevention services and commodity procurement for adolescent friendly/reproductive health/post-rape Construction or building improvements, renovations or repairing a facility Office equipment such as duplicating machines, computer etc. Sports equipment or uniforms for a national sports team

The Recovery Friendly Workplace Pilot Program, launched by the Maryland Department of Labor, aims to create a supportive environment for employees recovering from substance use disorders. The program encourages employers to adopt workplace policies that assist in employee recovery, provides stigma-reducing education, and facilitates research on recovery-friendly practices. It seeks to promote workplace well-being and recovery for employees and their families while fostering community awareness.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations that assist Latino individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in accessing essential services and support, promoting community living and family empowerment.

This funding opportunity is designed to enhance health services by engaging the private sector to improve family planning, maternal and child health, and control infectious diseases in various communities.

NIEHS invites applications for cooperative agreements to support the development of model programs for the training and education of workers engaged in activities related to hazardous materials and waste generation, removal, containment, transportation and emergency response within the Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear weapons complex. The aim of this funding opportunity is to prevent work-related harm through safety and health training. The training programs consist of information and practical exercises with the objective of raising the knowledge of workers in protecting themselves and the community from being exposed to hazardous materials encountered during hazardous waste operations; facility decommissioning and decontamination; hazardous materials transportation; environmental restoration of contaminated facilities; or chemical emergency response. Currently, tens of thousands of DOE employees are required to complete safety and health training. The goal of this training is to help reduce the risk of workers being exposed during work activities to hazardous materials and hazardous waste products. The NIEHS/DOE Nuclear Worker Training Program enhances training capabilities at these sites.

This grant provides funding to small businesses and startups that have previously received NSF Phase I awards, helping them advance their innovative research into market-ready products and services.

This funding opportunity supports organizations that provide comprehensive services for individuals facing substance use disorders, mental health issues, criminal justice involvement, and housing instability, helping them stabilize and reintegrate into society.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based institutions and organizations in developing innovative non-invasive optical imaging technologies for biological research and clinical applications, with a focus on improving imaging depth and resolution.

The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) intends to publish aNotice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for research to advance the diagnosis, management, and treatment of rare diseases. Each Rare Diseases Clinical Research Consortium (RDCRC) will promote highly collaborative, multi-site, patient-centric, translational, and clinical research. It is strongly encouraged that the RDCRC study outcome measures include those that address unmet clinical trial readiness needs that will move the field of research forward from its current state. This Notice is being provided to allow potential applicants sufficient time to develop meaningful collaborations and responsive projects. The NOFO is expected to be published in winter 2024, with an expected application due date in summer 2024. This NOFO will utilize the U54 activity code, which supports specialized centers through multi-project cooperative agreement awards to support research activities with substantial involvement from NIH program staff. Details of the planned NOFO are provided below.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in planning and hosting an annual conference focused on advancing the development of treatments for substance use disorders, bringing together researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to foster collaboration and innovation in this critical public health area.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that aim to reduce health disparities related to HIV and substance use among underserved racial and ethnic populations in the U.S.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations in South Florida for innovative visual and performing arts programs and K-12 arts education initiatives.

The City of Cannon Beach is offering an Off-Season Tourism Marketing Grant, funded by lodging taxes, to increase overnight visits to the area, particularly during the shoulder and winter months. This initiative aligns with the city's broader mission to enhance local tourism and support related businesses. The grant targets tourism-related businesses and non-profit organizations. The primary goal is to stimulate overnight stays at commercial lodging properties in Cannon Beach. This can be achieved through new or revised marketing efforts, comprehensive marketing campaigns, collaborative projects, or the launch of new events. The program prioritizes projects and events that actively promote local tourism attractions. The focus is on strategies with a strong potential to create overnight stays, thereby boosting the local economy during traditionally slower periods. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in overnight visits to Cannon Beach during the off-season. While specific metrics are not detailed in the provided information, the emphasis on "strong potential to create overnight stays" implies a focus on quantifiable results related to lodging occupancy and tourism revenue. The city's strategic priority is to leverage lodging tax revenue to directly support and enhance its tourism sector, particularly by extending the tourist season beyond peak times.

The purpose of this concept is to facilitate the formation and maintenance of multidisciplinary research teams ready to employ epidemiological and/or etiological datasets and analyses to answer substance use prevention research questions and apply findings to intervention development or implementation. Projects supported through this concept will combine hands-on meeting formats, including both sandpit and hackathon approaches, with activities to sustain new research teams and networks, creating a foundational structure for research programs that have impact across disciplines.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a range of organizations working in Kenya to strengthen health systems for effective management and control of HIV and TB, while promoting sustainable healthcare practices and improving public health responses.