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Thomas Ritsche Youth Grants
$10,000
Central Minnesota Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2024

Date Added

Apr 15, 2024

The Central Minnesota Community Foundation, through the Thomas A. Ritsche for Youth Fund, supports youth-related programs and projects aimed at reducing crimes against and by youth. The foundation provides funding for program or project support and operational support. Eligible organizations include 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organizations, schools, and government entities. The geographical focus is on Stearns, Benton, and Sherburne Counties. Applications are to be submitted online, with decisions made by a Grant Advisory Committee and final approval by the Board of Directors.

Youth
Nonprofits
2025 After School and Out of School Time-Subgrant
$20,000
United Way of Central Massachusetts
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2025

Date Added

May 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and municipalities for summer programs that enhance academic achievement and mental health services for school-aged youth in Central and North Central Massachusetts.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Responsible Fatherhood Initiative: Strong Fathers, Strong Familes
$300,000
Ohio Department of Children and Youth
State

Application Deadline

Nov 20, 2025

Date Added

Oct 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Ohio to promote responsible fatherhood and strengthen family outcomes by offering resources, education, and support networks for fathers in high-need communities.

Income Security and Social Services
City or township governments
RFP 1188 - NYS AmeriCorps 2025 - 2026 Competitive
$12,500,000
New York Office of Children & Family Services
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community service programs in New York State that address local needs in areas such as education, public health, and environmental conservation through AmeriCorps initiatives.

Agriculture
City or township governments
Youth Needs Grant
Contact for amount
Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions in Charlevoix County that are working to improve youth mental health and create a positive school environment.

Youth
Nonprofits
OVC FY 25 Services for Victims of Crime
$500,000
U.S. Department of Justice (Office for Victims of Crime)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2025

Date Added

Jul 22, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations for delivering essential services to victims of crime, including children, the elderly, and other affected individuals, across the United States.

Law Justice and Legal Services
State governments
Ackley Grants
$3,000
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa
Local

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2024

Date Added

May 23, 2024

The Ackley Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, is offering grants to support charitable capital projects, activities, services, programs, and organizations. The core mission of this grant program is to enhance the quality of life for residents of Ackley, Iowa, aligning with the Foundation's broader goal of fostering a community where people desire to live, work, play, and stay. This strategic focus ensures that all funded initiatives contribute directly to the betterment of the local community. The primary beneficiaries of these grants are the people of Ackley, Iowa. The program aims to create a positive and lasting impact across various sectors, including Art and Culture, Community Betterment, Education & Youth Development, Environment and Animal Welfare, Health, and Human Services. The overarching goal is to address community-based needs and improve the overall well-being and vibrancy of Ackley. Funding priorities emphasize requests that demonstrate a clear community need, broad community support, and benefits for the entire community. High priority is also given to organizations that can leverage funding and support from other sources, showcasing matching funds in their budgets. Furthermore, the Foundation values initiatives that maximize community resources through cooperation and collaboration with other local organizations, avoiding service duplication. The capacity of the organization and its staff to achieve desired results, as well as the long-term sustainability of the project without continuous financial reliance on the Ackley Community Foundation, are also critical considerations. Expected outcomes include tangible improvements in the quality of life for Ackley residents, such as enhanced cultural opportunities, stronger community bonds, improved educational outcomes for youth, better environmental stewardship, and increased access to health and human services. The Foundation's theory of change posits that by strategically investing in these key areas, it can catalyze positive social and economic development, leading to a more attractive and thriving community for all its inhabitants. The minimum request amount is $500, with most grants ranging from $500 to $3,000, ensuring a broad range of projects can be supported.

Recreation
Nonprofits
A Strategic Approach to Advancing Health Equity for Priority Populations with or at Risk for Diabetes
$3,300,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 7, 2023

Date Added

Jul 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations implementing strategies to prevent diabetes and improve health equity for populations at risk, focusing on statewide, local, or multisectoral approaches.

Health
State governments
Fund for Siouxland
$5,000
Siouxland Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 15, 2024

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

The Fund for Siouxland is an unrestricted endowment fund managed by the Siouxland Community Foundation, aiming to enhance the quality of life in the Siouxland communities. It utilizes the contributions from individuals, families, corporations, and other foundations to support a broad range of initiatives within an approximately 80-mile radius of Sioux City, Iowa. The fund prioritizes projects that collaborate with other agencies, address new and emerging needs with creative solutions, and demonstrate sound financial plans for future sustainability. Projects benefiting larger numbers of people, especially those at risk, are given preference. The grants generally do not exceed $5,000 and are not allocated to religious purposes, annual fund drives, political activities, capital campaigns, endowments, general operating expenses, individuals, budget deficits, or school playground equipment/uniforms. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/closing deadline: February 15th to May 15th

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 SNAP-Ed Community Growers
$50,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Nov 20, 2024

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This funding opportunity supports not-for-profit organizations and local governments in New York to create community gardens that provide fresh food and nutrition education to low-income populations eligible for SNAP benefits.

Agriculture
City or township governments
Children's Justice Act (CJA) Grant Program
$50,000
Arizona Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Family (GVA)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 6, 2025

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Arizona-based organizations focused on improving the handling of child abuse and neglect cases through system reform and enhanced collaboration among child protection stakeholders.

Law Justice and Legal Services
City or township governments
BJA FY25 Student, Teachers, and Officers Preventing (STOP) School Violence Program
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Justice (Bureau of Justice Assistance)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides resources to schools and local governments to implement strategies and training aimed at preventing violence in K–12 educational settings.

Law Justice and Legal Services
Independent school districts
Hawaii Urban & Community Forestry Community Grants
$15,000
Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources (Kaulunani Council)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 28, 2024

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations, schools, and community groups in Hawaii to develop and sustain urban forestry projects that promote tree planting, care, and education while emphasizing equity and environmental justice.

Environment
Nonprofits
Transformative Youth Justice Hubs
$1,000,000
Div of Criminal Justice Serv
State

Application Deadline

Jul 30, 2025

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $1 million to nonprofit organizations, educational agencies, and higher education institutions in New York State to create collaborative hubs that focus on preventing youth involvement in the justice system and improving outcomes for families and communities.

Youth
City or township governments
State Programs: After School Programs - Non-school Districts
$18,000,000
Illinois State Board Of Education
State

Application Deadline

Oct 14, 2025

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-school district organizations in Illinois to create and enhance after school programs that offer academic and enrichment activities for students.

Education
Nonprofits
Promoting Adolescent Health through School-Based HIV Prevention
$350,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 18, 2023

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to education and health agencies for developing and implementing sustainable school-based strategies to prevent HIV and STDs among middle and high school students in the United States.

Health
State governments
Implementing Gatekeeper Training within the Illinois Department of Corrections and Juvenile Detention Centers in Disproportionately Affected Communities
$168,903
Illinois Public Health
State

Application Deadline

Nov 14, 2025

Date Added

Oct 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations for implementing suicide prevention training in correctional and juvenile detention facilities in Illinois, focusing on at-risk youth and older males in underserved communities.

Health
Nonprofits
FY24 The Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant - Tier 2 Regional Projects
$500,000
New Mexico Economic Development Department's Outdoor Recreation Division (ORD)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2024

Date Added

May 27, 2024

The Tier 2 Regional Projects under the 2023 Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant aim to support larger, regional conservation-oriented, shovel-ready projects that provide recreational value and economic benefits to broader areas and multiple communities. These projects must be publicly accessible and demonstrate proven regional value. Eligible applicants include Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, municipalities, counties, nonprofits, public schools, colleges, soil and water conservation districts, and land grant associations. Projects must be completed within 24 months, with grants awarded up front and applications accepted on a rolling basis starting July 1, 2023 until funds are expended or June 30th 2024 (for FY24)

Recreation
Nonprofits
Relationships, Education, Advancement, and Development for Youth for Life (READY4Life)
$1,250,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Administration for Children and Families - OFA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 29, 2025

Date Added

Jul 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations that offer comprehensive services to youth aged 14 to 24, including pregnant or parenting individuals, to promote healthy relationships, socioemotional development, and successful transitions to adulthood.

Youth
State governments
California Men’s Service Challenge
Contact for amount
California Volunteers (CV)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 30, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in California to create and expand service opportunities specifically for young men and boys, promoting their engagement in community service and personal development.

Youth
Nonprofits