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2024 Above The Noise Community Events Fund
$1,500
Colorado Media Project
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This funding supports Colorado newsrooms in organizing community engagement events to connect with diverse local residents, address their concerns, and foster trust between journalists and the communities they serve.

Recreation
County governments
Vermont Community Foundation announces Hills and Hollows Fund
$7,500
Vermont Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2024

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This grant provides financial support to schools, nonprofits, and municipal entities in Poultney and nearby communities for projects that enhance educational opportunities, family services, and community sustainability.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Pajaro Community Grants Program
$100,000
Community Foundation for Monterey County
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 18, 2024

Date Added

Sep 25, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community projects in Pajaro, California, aimed at enhancing emergency preparedness, social services, economic development, healthcare access, language services, and community beautification for local residents.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Charitable Organizations serving Community in North Carolina
$10,000
Community Foundation for Randolph County (CFRC)
Local

Application Deadline

May 7, 2024

Date Added

May 3, 2024

The Community Foundation for Randolph County (CFRC) is currently accepting grant applications from qualified charitable organizations, aiming to support a broad spectrum of local needs. This grantmaking program aligns with CFRC's mission to enhance the well-being of the Randolph County community by funding initiatives in human services, education, youth development, health, food/nutrition, and arts. Grants will be disbursed from both the general community grantmaking fund and the Randolph Health Community Foundation Endowment, with the latter specifically dedicated to health-related programs serving Randolph County. The primary target beneficiaries of these grants are residents of Randolph County, particularly those served by 501(c)(3) non-profits, organizations with fiscal agents, local governments, fire and rescue departments, and religious entities engaged in social outreach and charitable services. The impact goal is to address a wide range of community challenges and improve the quality of life for local residents. The program prioritizes organizations that serve counties within CFRC's affiliate network and offer programs and services without discrimination based on age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, physical ability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or religious belief. The program's focus areas are diverse, encompassing human services, education, youth development, health, food/nutrition, and arts. Within the health sector, particular emphasis is placed on programs supported by the Randolph Health Community Foundation Endowment. The foundation's strategic priority is to respond to identified local needs through a flexible and responsive grantmaking approach, empowering local organizations to implement effective solutions. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the expected outcomes include improved access to vital services, enhanced educational opportunities, increased youth engagement, better health outcomes, reduced food insecurity, and a more vibrant arts community within Randolph County. The foundation's theory of change appears to be that by strategically investing in a diverse array of community-based initiatives, it can foster a stronger, healthier, and more resilient community for all residents. Grants typically range from $500 to $2,000, providing accessible funding for a variety of projects.

Education
Nonprofits
Division of Boating and Waterways Shoreline Erosion Control Grant Program
$11,500,000
California Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Feb 2, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California public agencies for projects that address shoreline erosion and enhance coastal restoration efforts.

Environment
State governments
Brainerd Lakes Area Difference Maker Grants
$30,000
Brainerd Lakes Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 4, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities in the Brainerd Lakes region to support projects that improve community quality of life and address local needs.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Promoting Wellness and Healing in Communities
$750,000
New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 16, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and local entities in New York State to implement programs that promote mental wellness, resilience, and healing from trauma.

Health
Nonprofits
Youth Cannabis Use Prevention Mini Grant 2025
Contact for amount
Worcester County Health Department (WCHD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in Worcester County, Maryland, for initiatives designed to prevent youth from starting to use cannabis products.

Recreation
County governments
Capacity Building and Operational Support Grant
$15,000
New Mexico Economic Development Department
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support to organizations in New Mexico that empower socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs, particularly in underserved and rural areas, through capacity-building services and resources.

Capacity Building
County governments
Bravo / ICON Public Art Grant
Contact for amount
Bravo Greater Des Moines (Bravo) and ICON Water Trails (ICON)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This grant provides financial support to government partner communities in Greater Des Moines for creating new public art projects that enhance community spaces near rivers and water trails.

Arts
City or township governments
United Way of Lee County Mini Grant Program
$3,000
United Way of Lee County (UW)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Lee County for human service programs focused on health, education, financial stability, and youth development.

Health
Nonprofits
Travel Nevada Rural Marketing Grant Program
$1,500,000
Nevada Division of Tourism
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 17, 2025

This program provides matching funds to rural Nevada organizations and local governments for marketing initiatives that promote tourism and stimulate economic growth in their communities.

Business and Commerce
Special district governments
Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program
$1,500,000
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2026

This program provides funding to public and private marinas in South Carolina to develop and improve facilities for transient recreational boaters, enhancing access to waterways and supporting local economies.

Transportation
For profit organizations other than small businesses
RC&D Grant Program
$20,000
Cawaco Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This grant provides financial support to small towns and nonprofit organizations in Central Alabama for projects that improve community development, education, emergency response, and recreational resources.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Snowmobile Program and Trail Grooming Grants
$1,900,000
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 30, 2025

This program provides funding to support the maintenance and improvement of winter trail infrastructure for snowmobiling in Colorado, benefiting local snowmobile clubs, trail organizations, and agencies involved in winter recreation.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Tourism Grant Program
$140,500
Northampton County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofits, community organizations, municipalities, and businesses in Northampton County, Virginia, to develop tourism-related projects that enhance the region's appeal and attract visitors, especially during off-peak seasons.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Recreational Trails Grant Program
$499,999
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2026

This program provides funding to Texas cities, counties, nonprofits, and public agencies to create and improve public recreational trails for both motorized and non-motorized use, promoting outdoor access and environmental stewardship.

Recreation
City or township governments
Off-Road Trail Improvement Program
Contact for amount
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This program provides funding to government agencies and nonprofit organizations for the maintenance, development, and ecological restoration of publicly accessible off-road vehicle trails in Michigan.

Natural Resources
State governments
New York Building Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids and Seniors (NY BRICKS) Grant
$15,000,000
New York Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 7, 2026

Date Added

Sep 1, 2026

This grant provides funding to municipalities and nonprofit organizations in New York State for the development and improvement of community centers that promote physical health, mental well-being, and social connections for children and seniors.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Wheeling Heritage Partnership Grant Program
$1,000
Wheeling Heritage
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 4, 2025

This grant provides funding for projects that promote historic preservation, community development, and the arts in Wheeling, West Virginia, supporting individuals, businesses, and organizations working to enhance the city's cultural and historical identity.

Community Development
Individuals