Safety Grants

The City of Newport News is offering a Gun Violence Intervention Grant to fund or enhance evidence-based strategies and projects that reduce gun violence within the city. This grant program aligns with the city's commitment to partner with community-based organizations (CBOs) to interrupt cycles of violence and support those at the highest risk. The program represents the third and final year of the GVIP cohort that began in FY 2023, with an allocation of $1,000,000 in the City Manager’s recommended operating budget for FY 2025. Organizations may be eligible for future funding through the annual City of Newport News Community Support Agency Grant program, which opens in October 2024. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are children, youth, young adults, and families residing in Newport News. The impact goal is to significantly reduce gun violence by implementing or enhancing effective, evidence-based strategies. Proposals are expected to demonstrate the utilization of such strategies and have a clear sustainability plan that includes sources of funding beyond the City of Newport News. Applicants for continuation funding must show progress and success from their FY 2024 projects. The grant prioritizes efforts around seven critical areas: Effective Conflict Resolution, Healthy Family Functioning, Economic Prosperity, Gun Control & Safety, A Caring Community, Mental Wellness & Healing, and Effective Deterrence & Adjudication. Projects eligible for continuation funding must address one or more of these critical areas, or focus on concentrated poverty, access to guns, desensitized communities, the judicial system, mental health/unaddressed trauma, family dysfunction, or poor conflict resolution. Additionally, projects relating to youth violence prevention or early intervention should align with CDC guidelines on individual, family, community, peer, and social risk factors. Collaboration among organizations is strongly encouraged. Expected outcomes include a reduction in gun violence within Newport News through community-based and evidence-based prevention and intervention projects. Measurable results will stem from addressing the identified critical areas and risk factors. The city's strategic priorities are to support CBOs in their violence reduction efforts using best practices. The theory of change is that by funding and partnering with these organizations to implement targeted, evidence-based interventions in critical areas, cycles of violence can be interrupted, and the well-being of those most at risk can be improved, leading to a safer community. The grant period is from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.

The Nevada Department of Education introduces the FY25 Bullying Prevention Training to promote safe and respectful learning environments across Nevada schools. This initiative addresses the legislative mandates for bullying and cyberbullying prevention by funding training for school districts and charter schools. The program's objectives include establishing anti-bullying programs, providing training on anti-bullying policies, and developing procedures to allow students and staff to discuss these issues effectively. The total available funding is $15,000 for the period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with application submissions due by May 24, 2024.

This program provides financial assistance to eligible organizations for the design, purchase, or installation of backup power systems to ensure reliable electricity during emergencies.

The Public School Environmental Repairs Program was established by Act 33 of 2023 to support public schools with remediating and/or abating environmental hazards in a school building or school buildings. This includes, but is not limited to, addressing lead in water sources and paint, asbestos, and mold. Eliminating lead and asbestos along with other environmental contaminants in schools lowers cumulative exposure throughout childhood, leads to better cognitive and overall health outcomes for children, and increases the likelihood of academic and career success. The program was established under Article XXVI-L of the Public School Code and is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). Program grant funding received by a school district may not be included when calculating the amount to be paid to a charter school under section 1725-A of the School Code (24 P.S. § 17-1725-A).

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that improve forest management and reduce wildfire risks in the Truckee and Donner Summit areas, benefiting local communities and enhancing their preparedness for wildfires.

The Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) has issued a Request for Applications (RFA) for Fiscal Year 2025 to support local law enforcement efforts in combating motor vehicle theft, burglary from motor vehicles, and fraud-related motor vehicle crimes. This grant program is designed to provide funding to Texas law enforcement agencies to enhance their capabilities in addressing these specific crime issues. The funding is available for the operation of programs that meet the requirements and conditions outlined in the RFA, which is published in the Texas Register to ensure compliance with legal requirements. The grant aims to continue supporting programs that have demonstrated positive performance in FY2024, with possible renewal for FY2025 based on availability of funds and successful past performance.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve residents of Coshocton County, Ohio, enabling them to address community needs and opportunities.

The BARN grant program aims to preserve Kansas barns, reviving underutilized, vacant, or dilapidated structures while fostering new economic activity through agritourism ventures. These building grants are specifically designed to rescue barns from likely demolition or collapse and rehabilitate them into spaces conducive for new or expanding agritourism businesses. The types of projects we are looking for with the BARN grant are those that will encourage people, particularly from out of state, to visit agritourism locations in Kansas. All projects should have an accountable tie to the tourism industry. The future uses of the barn, transformed through the BARN program, are not solely about preserving historical structures. Rather, they are about repurposing these spaces into vibrant hubs for agritourism activities, thereby injecting new life and economic opportunities into communities. Agritourism ventures capitalize on the appeal of agricultural experiences, offering visitors opportunities to engage with farming, local food production, and rural culture in immersive and educational ways.

This funding program provides financial support to Massachusetts municipalities for acquiring and developing parkland, focusing on enhancing recreational opportunities and climate resilience, particularly in underserved communities.

The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) offers this grant to fund a national membership and accreditation organization supporting Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). These centers coordinate responses to child abuse victims by providing training, technical assistance, and promoting national standards. This initiative is in line with the Department of Justice’s efforts to enhance community safety and protect civil rights, focusing on building trust between law enforcement and communities. The program targets to uphold law, ensure national safety, and protect civil rights by fostering environments that support victims of child abuse through multidisciplinary collaborations.

The City of Hyattsville Vandalism Recovery Grants Program provides economic relief to small businesses and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations within Hyattsville impacted by vandalism. The program, funded with $15,000 through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) This grant provides up to $2,000 per business or nonprofit organization for reimbursement of repairs following vandalism incidents that occurred between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2024, which weren't fully covered by insurance.

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Injury and Violence Prevention Section is seeking proposals for drug overdose prevention services in Minnesota. This grant opportunity aims to reduce overdose deaths and enhance prevention efforts across the state. The funding source is state dollars allocated through the Minnesota Comprehensive Drug Overdose and Morbidity Prevention Act. The grant period is from June 30, 2024, to May 31, 2028, with up to approximately $500,000 awarded annually for four years. The program's mission aligns with public health initiatives to combat the opioid crisis and promote community well-being. The grant prioritizes best practice approaches in service delivery, requiring programs and activities to be trauma-informed, person-centered, strength-based, culturally responsive, and utilize harm reduction principles. These principles serve as the foundation's strategic priorities, emphasizing a holistic and compassionate approach to overdose prevention. By focusing on these core tenets, the program aims to address the multifaceted challenges of drug overdose by supporting individuals and communities with effective and respectful interventions. The grant is divided into two categories. Category 1, the TOWN Program for Communities, estimates $400,000 per year for a four-year total of $1,600,000, with an anticipated two awards. Category 2, the TOWN Program – Telehealth MOUD Bridge, estimates $100,000 per year for a four-year total of $400,000, with one anticipated award. These categories demonstrate a strategic focus on both community-based interventions and telehealth solutions, indicating a theory of change that combines localized support with accessible healthcare. Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations, such as community-based organizations, community health centers, tribal governments, educational institutions, and county governments/community health boards. Applicants must be located and conduct grant activities in Minnesota, promoting local impact. The expected outcomes are a reduction in overdose deaths and enhanced overdose prevention efforts, with measurable results tied to the annual funding and the specific aims of each grant category. This comprehensive approach aims to create a significant and lasting positive impact on public health in Minnesota.

United Way of Dane County is offering 2025-2026 Impact Grants, an open and competitive funding opportunity for organizations working in Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and Healthy Communities. This grant program is deeply aligned with United Way of Dane County’s Plan for Community Well-Being, which seeks to measurably increase individual and family well-being in Dane County, ensuring every person leads a healthy, thriving, and secure life unimpacted by systemic racism, discrimination, and poverty. The total investment available is approximately $2-$3 million, with minimum awards of $15,000 per year for a two-year funding cycle (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2026), contingent on Campaign results. The target beneficiaries of these grants are individuals and families in Dane County, particularly those impacted by systemic racism, discrimination, and poverty. The impact goals are centered on fostering healthy, thriving, and secure lives for all residents. United Way of Dane County is looking to support organizations whose work aligns with their collective vision and demonstrates the greatest potential for impact in helping to achieve these community goals. The program's priorities and focuses are clearly defined through a multi-generational approach. This includes engaging in sustainable, long-term work on systems change with a clear focus on youth opportunity, financial security, and healthy communities. Furthermore, the grants emphasize modeling equitable, anti-racist practices across all aspects of work, including investments, partnerships, innovation, public policy advocacy, data and research, and connection to resources. Another key priority is cultivating a stronger nonprofit ecosystem through trust-based collaborations to drive positive community change. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in individual and family well-being throughout Dane County. This involves supporting organizations that directly contribute to the defined goals of the Plan for Community Well-Being, ultimately aiming for a community where experiences of systemic racism, discrimination, and poverty no longer impact a person's ability to lead a healthy, thriving, and secure life. The foundation's strategic priorities and theory of change are rooted in a holistic approach to community well-being, focusing on systemic change and equitable practices to achieve lasting positive impact.

This funding opportunity is designed for research institutions and innovators to develop groundbreaking microsystems technologies that enhance national security and have potential commercial applications.

The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky's Shaping a Healthy and Inclusive Future Together (SHIFT) Grant Program aims to transform fragmented communities in Kentucky into inclusive environments for individuals engaging in substance use or experiencing chemical dependence. This program directly aligns with the foundation's mission to build a healthy, inclusive, and connected Kentucky by addressing the critical need for harm reduction and racial equity. The foundation seeks to foster a culture of acceptance and support, moving away from punitive approaches and integrating more compassionate, effective strategies into mainstream services. The SHIFT program targets community-based organizations that primarily serve under-resourced communities of color. These organizations must demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through BIPOC leadership within their staff and board. A crucial eligibility criterion is that applicants must not mandate sobriety for individuals to receive services, emphasizing an inclusive approach. The primary impact goal is to shift communities towards greater inclusion and better support for individuals with substance use challenges, particularly those who have experienced systemic oppression due to the War on Drugs. The grant program prioritizes the integration of harm reduction programming into communities. This includes a variety of project examples such as distributing naloxone, safe use kits, syringe exchanges, and testing strips, as well as community organizing and advocacy that empower individuals with lived experiences. Stigma reduction trainings are also a focus, aimed at helping the public understand and articulate the importance of harm reduction models. Other priorities include developing coalitions of local businesses to provide harm reduction supplies, building partnerships with medication-assisted treatment providers, and integrating peer support professionals into staff positions. Expected outcomes of the grant program include the introduction of new harm reduction service modalities into mainstream services and the increased inclusion of people who use substances into these services. The program offers 10-15 grants, ranging from $10,000 for piloting new programming to $50,000 for supporting ongoing harm reduction and racial equity work. This funding structure supports both innovative new initiatives and the sustained growth of existing effective programs, demonstrating the foundation's strategic commitment to long-term impact and systemic change within Kentucky's communities.

The 2024-2025 Ag Conservation Research Grants program, offered by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, aims to fund agricultural conservation research. This initiative aligns with the broader mission of promoting sustainable agricultural practices and protecting natural resources within the state. The funding, made available through the Clean Streams Fund Nutrient Management federal ARPA funds, underscores a strategic priority to improve water quality and address nutrient management challenges. The target beneficiaries of this grant program are researchers and institutions capable of conducting agricultural conservation research within Pennsylvania. The program's impact goals are to generate actionable data and recommendations that can inform and improve agricultural conservation efforts. This includes identifying sources of pollution, quantifying the effectiveness of various practices, and developing new methods for environmental protection. The program prioritizes several research topic areas, including identifying nuisance emissions in the mushroom industry and their mitigation, quantifying emissions from the mushroom industry, and measuring the impact of best practices. It also focuses on quantifying the impact of Manure Treatment Technologies (MTT) on water quality and providing recommendations for their improved utilization. Furthermore, the program seeks to quantify the impact of precision feeding on nutrient reductions and the climate benefits of best management practices installed through the Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program and Conservation Excellence Grant programs (ACAP & CEG). Expected outcomes include the development of new and improved conservation practices, a better understanding of the environmental impacts of agricultural operations, and evidence-based recommendations for policy and practice. Measurable results will stem from the quantification of emissions, nutrient reductions, and climate impacts, as well as the evaluation of technologies and practices. The department intends to make up to $1,500,000 available for grants under the program, with research to be conducted from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

The City of Canby's 2024 Business Enhancement Grant Program aims to support local businesses within Canby city limits. This initiative aligns with a broader mission to improve and enrich the Canby community by funding projects, programs, and events that contribute to its overall vitality. The program is designed to foster a thriving local economy and enhance the quality of life for Canby residents through strategic investments. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are local businesses situated within Canby city limits, with a focus on those whose projects directly engage and support the Canby community. The impact goals include capacity building, program creation, equipment investments, and innovative or expansion programming. The program seeks to ensure that the funded activities provide tangible benefits to the community, promoting growth and engagement. The grant prioritizes projects that build capacity, encourage innovation or expansion, and create new programming. Furthermore, eligible activities must enhance and support Canby’s unique history, culture, education, diversity, arts, needed services, or community involvement. The program also encourages and fosters advances in civic engagement or community leadership and promotes community involvement with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at the forefront. Expected outcomes include a more vibrant local business sector, enhanced community services, and increased civic participation. Measurable results will be assessed based on how well projects meet the stated eligibility criteria and contribute to the program's objectives. The City of Canby has budgeted $50,000 for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, allowing eligible applicants to receive up to $2,500 for their projects, programs, or events. The focus is on ensuring that these funds generate a positive and lasting impact on the Canby community.

The Mini Grants program, offered by the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County, is designed to bolster arts programming delivered by nonprofits or community organizations. This initiative directly aligns with the foundation's mission to support the arts by addressing community needs and benefiting underserved audiences within Anne Arundel County, Maryland. The program acts as a critical resource for local organizations, fostering cultural engagement and artistic expression across the region. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant are underserved audiences and communities within Anne Arundel County who will benefit from increased access to arts programming. The program aims to empower local nonprofits and community organizations to produce or present public arts programming that might otherwise be unfeasible due to funding constraints. The impact goal is to enrich the cultural landscape of Anne Arundel County by ensuring a diverse range of artistic activities are available and accessible to its residents, particularly those who are often overlooked. A key priority of the Mini Grants program is to encourage partnerships among organizations, with a 1:1 cash match requirement underscoring the importance of collaborative efforts and shared investment in arts initiatives. The program focuses on organizations incorporated as 501(c)(3) nonprofits or those with a significant physical presence in Anne Arundel County, ensuring that funding directly supports local entities dedicated to the arts. Eligibility criteria further emphasize a history of operation and a clear focus on arts activities within the county, ensuring that grant funds are allocated to established and committed organizations. The expected outcomes of the Mini Grants program include an increase in the quantity and quality of arts programming available to Anne Arundel County residents, particularly for underserved groups. Measurable results could include the number of unique arts programs supported, the size of the audiences reached, and the number of organizational partnerships fostered. The foundation's strategic priorities are clearly centered on local impact and community engagement through the arts. The underlying theory of change is that by providing targeted financial support and encouraging partnerships, the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County can stimulate a more vibrant, inclusive, and accessible arts ecosystem that benefits the entire community.

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation offers Special Project Grants to support organizations aiming to enhance their community impact. These grants are designed to align with the Foundation's mission by addressing various issues affecting Louisiana's health and community well-being. The program specifically targets nonprofit organizations that are 501(c)(3) IRS-designated and in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State, working for charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or other similar purposes. This ensures that funding is directed towards legitimate organizations committed to improving the state. The primary goal of these grants is to empower organizations to either complete existing projects previously funded by the Foundation or to strategically expand current efforts and implement new initiatives. These new efforts must be based on clear evidence of need and solid data, emphasizing a data-driven approach to community development and health improvement. The target beneficiaries are the communities across all parishes in Louisiana, particularly those impacted by health and well-being challenges. The Foundation's strategic priorities are evident in its focus on supporting projects that demonstrate a clear pathway to increased community impact. The "theory of change" implied here is that by investing in established or well-researched new projects, the Foundation can directly contribute to tangible improvements in health and community well-being across Louisiana. The funding information specifies grant sizes ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, with a duration of one year, indicating a commitment to significant, yet focused, short-term impact. Expected outcomes include the successful completion of existing projects, as well as the strategic expansion or effective implementation of new initiatives that are supported by strong data. Measurable results would likely stem from the "clear evidence of need and solid data" requirement, meaning organizations would need to demonstrate the impact of their efforts on Louisiana's health or community well-being. While specific metrics are not detailed, the emphasis on data suggests that grantees will be held accountable for demonstrating quantifiable improvements in their target areas, contributing to the Foundation's overarching goal of fostering a healthier and more resilient Louisiana.

The Green Bay Packers Foundation offers grants to organizations focusing on arts and culture, athletics, and education. While independent of the Green Bay Packers, Inc., the Foundation's mission aligns with supporting charities that foster a community environment promoting families and the competitive value of athletics, contribute to player and fan welfare, ensure the safety and education of children, and/or prevent cruelty to animals. This broad mission allows for diverse programs that positively impact the well-being of the community. The grants target organizations that serve the residents of Wisconsin, specifically those within any county of the state. The Foundation supports a wide range of beneficiaries, from children receiving educational support to families engaged in athletic programs, and animals benefiting from cruelty prevention efforts. The impact goals are centered around creating a stronger, safer, and more enriched community through these varied focus areas. The Foundation's priorities and focus areas are clearly defined as arts and culture, athletics, and education. Beyond these core areas, the broader goals of perpetuating a community environment that promotes families and athletic values, contributing to player and fan welfare, ensuring child safety and education, and preventing animal cruelty act as strategic priorities. Organizations applying for funding must demonstrate how their projects address at least one of these current year's focus areas, indicating a theory of change that links program activities to the desired community outcomes. While specific expected outcomes and measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the Foundation's emphasis on specific program areas and broader goals suggests an expectation of positive community impact. For example, programs in education are expected to improve children's safety and learning, while athletic programs are anticipated to promote competitive values and family engagement. The grant size, ranging from $3,000 to $8,000, aims to provide meaningful support for these impactful projects. Eligibility criteria, such as being a 501(c)(3) for at least two years and located in Wisconsin, ensure that grants are awarded to established and local organizations capable of delivering on their proposed initiatives.