Private Community Development Grants

This grant provides financial support to tax-exempt organizations in Boone County, Iowa, for projects that enhance community well-being in areas such as arts, education, health, and environmental protection.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural schools in Missouri for projects that celebrate their cultural identity and strengthen community ties through storytelling and engagement initiatives.

This funding opportunity is designed to support nonprofit organizations in Virginia with targeted assistance for projects that address specific community needs and align with the Foundation's mission.

This funding opportunity provides $5,000 to nonprofit arts organizations in Pennsylvania with annual revenues between $10,000 and $200,000 to support their administrative and programmatic needs.

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Bartholomew County for projects that address the opioid crisis through prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives.

This grant provides funding to organizations focused on innovative initiatives that promote health equity and improve community health outcomes across the United States.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community groups focused on developing and empowering African American-owned businesses in Indianapolis, addressing barriers to capital and promoting long-term sustainability.

This funding opportunity supports small grassroots organizations working to combat police violence and promote community safety through advocacy and systemic change, prioritizing those led by marginalized communities.

This funding opportunity supports New Jersey-based nonprofit organizations in hosting large-scale, multi-day events that engage fans and boost local economies in connection with the FIFA World Cup 2026.

This funding opportunity provides $1,000 to U.S.-based entrepreneurs of all types to help them overcome unexpected challenges while promoting mental wellness and sustainable business practices.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in South Dakota's Black Hills region that provide programs benefiting youth and families, particularly in Rapid City and Deadwood.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in Buncombe County, North Carolina, for projects focused on environmental conservation and cultural creativity.

This grant provides financial support for community projects that enhance the quality of life in Brockport, Sweden, and Clarkson, New York, focusing on arts, historic preservation, poverty reduction, and community beautification.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit initiatives in Central Virginia that empower women through mentorship and community engagement, providing grants of up to $4,000 for impactful, time-limited projects.

This funding initiative provides financial support to artists living in rural New York communities, enabling them to create and present new works that engage with their local environments and cultural practices.

This funding opportunity supports Black-led and Black-serving organizations in Indianapolis and Marion County to develop leadership, boost civic engagement, and enhance nonprofit capacity for the benefit of the local African American community.

This funding opportunity supports organizations that provide training and career preparation programs to improve employment outcomes for African American residents in Indianapolis and Marion County, focusing on disconnected youth, unemployed adults, and justice-involved individuals.

This funding program provides equity-free grants to local entrepreneurs in the Greater Cincinnati Region, supporting early-stage and revenue-generating businesses in sectors like Retail, Manufacturing, and Tech, with a focus on innovation and community impact.

This funding opportunity supports individuals and organizations in the Tri-City area to develop local environmental projects that are educational or enhance community aesthetics, with a focus on sustainability.

Globus FORWARD is a funding program administered by the Nordic Culture Fund, aimed at strengthening the long-term capacities of artistic and cultural collaborations that span transnational contexts. The Nordic Culture Fund has developed this initiative as part of its broader efforts to support cross-border collaboration and creative exploration across the Nordic region and beyond. Globus FORWARD builds upon the experiences of earlier phases of the Globus initiative, reflecting a more trust-based and adaptive funding approach that aligns with the Fund’s commitment to fostering sustainable artistic ecosystems. The primary objective of Globus FORWARD is to assist collaborations that have evolved beyond their initial stages and seek to deepen their operational strategies, structures, and cultural impact. The program is not intended for one-time or short-term projects; instead, it targets collaborative efforts that are experimental in nature, rooted in local contexts, and seeking sustainable growth. These collaborations may involve artistic collectives, platforms, networks, or other creative constellations that operate across transnational boundaries, particularly those that include connections between the Nordic countries and other parts of the world. Applications for the 2025 funding cycle are accepted from June 12 to September 11, 2025, with a pre-application period open from June 19 to August 2, 2025. New applicants who have not previously received Globus funding are encouraged to submit a pre-application to confirm eligibility before preparing a full proposal. Submissions must be made through the Fund's digital application system, and all application materials must be in English. The maximum grant amount available per project is DKK 500,000, and the grant period may extend up to two years following the year of award. Successful applicants will be expected to implement development plans that focus on one or more core operational areas. These may include clarifying organizational roles, advancing communication and advocacy strategies, embedding learning and monitoring systems, addressing sustainability and financial planning, improving digital and physical security practices, and enhancing inclusivity and equity. Grants may fund targeted activities such as expert consultations, material costs, and other support initiatives. There is no co-financing requirement, but grantees are encouraged to use the funding period to strengthen long-term economic sustainability. The application process is competitive and evaluated by external experts and the Fund’s secretariat. Evaluation criteria include the stage and aims of the collaboration, relevance to the Globus objectives, the applicant's capacity to manage and implement the development plan, and the potential for long-term impact. Proposals should include a clearly articulated motivation, a timeline, a detailed budget, and a description of planned activities. Organizations must be anchored in artistic and/or cultural milieus and demonstrate a clear need for development. The fund does not support the establishment of new collaborations or individual projects lacking broader collaborative goals. In addition to financial support, the Fund may offer optional peer-networking activities to support capacity-building across the cohort of grantees. The first such activities for selected 2024 initiatives are expected to occur in spring 2025. Grant awards and recipient information are published on the Fund’s website and annual report. Public access regulations ensure transparency of application listings without disclosing full application content. For questions or assistance, applicants are advised to contact the Fund’s secretariat at kulturfonden@norden.org or by phone at +45 33 96 02 42.