Grants for State governments - Youth

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to enhance a digital system that streamlines the placement of children across state lines for foster care and adoption, ensuring all U.S. jurisdictions are integrated by the 2027 deadline.

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation is offering a grant program aimed at expanding access to mental and behavioral health services and resources for youth. This initiative aligns with the foundation's mission to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians by focusing on critical health needs. The program seeks to support models that are effective in the short term (1-3 years) and leverage a trained workforce beyond traditional specialty-trained clinical roles. This strategic approach emphasizes immediate impact and sustainable community engagement, reflecting a theory of change that posits empowering a broader range of professionals will lead to more accessible and responsive mental health support for young people. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant are youth in North Carolina, particularly those in communities facing significant barriers to accessing care. The program aims to address the critical need for mental and behavioral health support by increasing the availability of resources and services. Impact goals include fostering early identification of distress, trauma, mental health changes, or substance use among youth, and facilitating their connection to appropriate resources. The foundation prioritizes approaches that engage diverse communities and can operate in various settings, such as communities, schools, health systems, and faith-based organizations. The program's priorities include strengthening organizational capacity and infrastructure, connecting care across different settings, increasing access to training opportunities for a diverse workforce, and enhancing the availability of culturally and linguistically relevant resources and materials. The focus is on a trained workforce that can identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health challenges, providing initial support and resource connection. This strategy aims to create a more integrated and accessible support system for youth mental and behavioral health. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in the number of youth accessing mental and behavioral health services, improved early intervention for mental health concerns, and a more robust network of trained professionals capable of supporting youth. The grant allows for proposals ranging from $75,000 to $500,000 per year for up to three years, indicating a commitment to significant, multi-year projects. Eligible organizations include nonprofits, fiscally sponsored programs, government entities (including schools and tribal governments), and coalitions, fostering a broad and inclusive approach to addressing youth mental health needs across all counties in North Carolina.

This program provides one-time funding to nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Nebraska to create intergenerational childcare spaces that promote interaction between seniors and children.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Arizona-based nonprofit organizations and community groups focused on preventing child abuse and supporting affected families through trauma-informed programs and advocacy efforts.

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.

This initiative provides funding to organizations that help individuals with criminal records gain skills and secure jobs in high-demand fields like skilled trades and advanced manufacturing, ultimately supporting their reintegration into the workforce.

This fellowship provides funding and support for U.S. journalists to report on effective solutions for youth mental health issues, fostering community engagement and promoting equity in their storytelling.

This funding opportunity supports summer mathematics programs in the U.S. for talented high school students, promoting engaging and innovative mathematical experiences led by experienced mathematicians.

This funding opportunity supports projects in Jamaica that promote democratic values, economic growth, and civic engagement among youth and communities through innovative initiatives in technology, education, and public outreach.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, and local governments in Illinois to deploy AmeriCorps members who will address community needs through direct service and capacity-building activities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations delivering essential primary health care services to underserved communities across the U.S. and its territories.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible organizations in Hawaii to improve the quality of life for foster children by offering enhancement items and services that promote their development and well-being.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Oklahoma-based organizations working to reduce youth access to tobacco and nicotine products through community strategies and partnerships with local law enforcement.

This funding opportunity supports high-quality literacy programs for children and students in low-income communities, focusing on improving reading skills from birth through 12th grade by enhancing school libraries and providing access to books and early literacy services.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to end homelessness, particularly for youth aged 24 and younger, by promoting innovative housing solutions and supportive services across communities in the United States.

This grant provides funding to charter schools and related organizations to develop and share innovative educational practices that improve learning for diverse student populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for cultural and educational projects that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Burkina Faso, targeting non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals engaged in community development and exchange programs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations, including state and local governments and nonprofits, to improve the collection and reporting of data on child maltreatment fatalities, ultimately aiming to enhance child welfare systems and prevent future tragedies.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government units, and educational institutions in Charlevoix County, Michigan, to improve youth mental health and foster a positive school atmosphere.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and public entities to create hands-on outdoor education and workforce training programs focused on natural resource management for young adults aged 16 and older.