Grants for Nonprofits - State

This funding opportunity provides financial support for licensed providers to offer short-term residential care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are not currently receiving waiver services, helping to ease caregiver burdens and prevent crises.

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.

The Monett Area Community Foundation (MACF) is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals within the Monett area. This grant program serves as a direct extension of their core mission, providing thoughtful grantmaking and fostering community leadership to achieve a tangible positive impact. Through strategic funding, MACF aims to address various community needs, ensuring that their investments contribute to the overall well-being and development of the region. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are individuals and organizations that serve the Monett area. The MACF encourages applications from those who are actively working to improve the local community. The overarching impact goal is to create a stronger, more vibrant Monett by supporting initiatives that can demonstrate clear benefits to the community members. This aligns with the foundation's belief that targeted support can lead to significant positive change. The program's priorities and focuses are centered on improving the quality of life in the Monett area, although specific programmatic areas are not explicitly detailed beyond this broad objective. Applicants are invited to propose projects that they believe will best achieve this aim. The foundation's theory of change appears to be rooted in the idea that by empowering local organizations and initiatives through financial support, they can effectively address community challenges and foster growth. Expected outcomes include tangible improvements in various aspects of community life within the Monett area. While specific measurable results are not outlined, the foundation seeks to fund projects that will lead to demonstrable positive change. Applicants are encouraged to visit the CFO website for more information, suggesting that further details on desired outcomes and metrics might be available there. The grant size, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, indicates a focus on supporting a diverse range of projects, from smaller, targeted initiatives to more substantial community programs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions to improve public access to the Hudson River estuary, focusing on recreational activities and climate resilience, particularly for disadvantaged communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations for projects that enhance urban forestry management through data collection and planning.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible contractors for developing renewable energy and energy efficiency projects that benefit low-income communities and promote workforce training in Illinois.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public or nonprofit organizations in Alabama for the preservation and educational enhancement of historic sites and monuments.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a diverse range of applicants, including businesses, nonprofits, and government entities, to enhance tree production, distribution, and workforce capacity, ultimately promoting environmental sustainability and climate resilience in New York State.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Ohio to expand harm reduction services for underserved populations, particularly those reentering the community from correctional facilities and facing systemic barriers to healthcare.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local agencies in Ohio to implement school-based dental sealant programs aimed at preventing tooth decay in high-risk children.

This funding initiative provides financial support to organizations and agencies in Illinois to improve pediatric vaccination rates and address disparities in vaccine access and confidence, particularly in underserved communities.

The Indiana Office of Energy Development seeks proposals for Empowering Energy Partnerships in Indiana Communities to address energy needs at a community or regional scale. The program supports comprehensive solutions aligned with the state’s pillars of reliability, resiliency, stability, affordability, and environmental sustainability, and encourages partnerships with measurable public benefits. Eligible project topics include energy efficiency such as building upgrades and energy management technologies, alternative fueling and charging infrastructure that is publicly accessible, energy security and reliability including backup generation, microgrids, and cybersecurity, and clean energy resources such as solar, storage, geothermal, wind, and biomass. Vehicle purchases and certain high speed charging are not allowable under program rules. Projects should also demonstrate connections to state priorities such as economic development, workforce development, education, and public safety. Eligible entities include local units of government, nonprofit organizations, for profit entities, and institutions of higher education that are Indiana based and registered federally and with the state. Approximately 2,500,000 dollars is available, with anticipated awards averaging 300,000 to 500,000 dollars for project periods of up to three years. One proposal per eligible entity is allowed; applicants may coordinate regional submissions but cannot make tiered subawards. Applications are due May 1, 2024 through the state’s process. Additional information is available from the Indiana Office of Energy Development.

The Connect Illinois Broadband Grant Program includes $400 million in appropriated funds available for expansion of broadband infrastructure throughout the state. Through multiple rounds of competitive matching grants, Connect Illinois will provide direct matching grants, awarded on a competitive basis via merit based review, to grant applicants including broadband providers, rural cooperatives, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and partnerships.

Focuses on funding new initiatives or expanding existing workforce training programs and studies in the offshore wind sector, with an emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEIJ) principles.

This funding opportunity supports scientific research projects that evaluate the effectiveness of California's forest management regulations, targeting a wide range of applicants including government agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations focused on sustainable land management.

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.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, non-profit organizations, and Indian Nations in New York State for purchasing land to protect natural resources, enhance outdoor recreation, and improve climate resilience.

The CalMoneySmart Grant Program, administered by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI), is an annual initiative dedicating a total of $2 million to nonprofit organizations. This program aligns with the foundation's mission to enhance financial well-being, specifically targeting individuals experiencing financial insecurity within California. The grants, ranging from $100,000 to $500,000, are awarded for a two-year period, with individual grants up to $200,000, to support programs that foster financial education and empowerment. The primary beneficiaries of this program are unbanked and underbanked consumers in California. The impact goals are centered on enabling these individuals to achieve financial stability by identifying and accessing lower-cost financial products and services, establishing or improving their credit, increasing their savings, and lowering their debt. The program prioritizes comprehensive financial literacy and practical tools to empower vulnerable populations. The core focuses of the CalMoneySmart grants include the design, development, or offering of free classroom- or web-based financial education and empowerment content. This content is specifically tailored to assist unbanked and underbanked consumers in navigating financial systems and making informed decisions. Additionally, the program supports the provision of individualized, free financial coaching, offering personalized guidance to help beneficiaries overcome specific financial challenges. Furthermore, the grants can be used to design, develop, or offer free financial products or services that help unbanked and underbanked consumers identify and access responsible financial products and services. The expected outcomes include a measurable improvement in the financial health of participants, evidenced by increased access to responsible financial products, improved credit scores, higher savings rates, and reduced debt burdens. The DFPI's strategic priority is to promote consumer protection and financial well-being, with a theory of change that by providing targeted financial education and access to appropriate resources, financially insecure Californians can achieve greater economic stability and security. Eligibility for the grant requires applicants to be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations, in good standing with the California Secretary of State, and to have submitted a satisfactory final report for any prior DFPI grant funding. This ensures that the grants are awarded to reputable and effective organizations capable of delivering impactful programs.

Colorado's Film Education Grant Program offers schools the opportunity to produce an original documentary over the course of one semester. Students gain hands-on experience in filmmaking, television production, or game design, and also receive a working credit to enhance their potential for future industry jobs. The Colorado Office of Film, Television and Media collaborates with PBS12 and Rocky Mountain PBS to showcase the students' final projects on air.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Energy Unit announces grants for organizations to enhance energy knowledge and awareness statewide, in alignment with Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s climate priorities. Projects should target measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, adhering to the MI Healthy Climate Plan, with a grant period from February 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024 (those are not submission dates)