Arizona Community Development Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Arizona's Metropolitan Planning Organizations and Councils of Governments for transit planning projects that improve rural and regional transit services, particularly for underserved communities.

This grant provides funding to organizations that offer housing and comprehensive support services to homeless veterans in Arizona, aiming to reduce veteran homelessness and promote long-term stability.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies to recruit and assist rural childcare providers in Northern Arizona, enhancing the childcare workforce in underserved communities.

This program provides funding for artistic and cultural projects that engage Phoenix residents, supporting local nonprofits, schools, and collectives to promote diversity and inclusivity in the arts.

This grant provides financial support to Arizona communities and institutions recognized as Tree City USA, Tree Campus USA, or Tree Campus K-12 to enhance urban forestry efforts and improve community tree management and canopy cover.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and city departments in Tucson to implement human service projects that address homelessness, health improvement, poverty reduction, and equitable neighborhood development for vulnerable populations.

This grant provides funding to K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, and faith-based organizations in Arizona to create and maintain sustainable green spaces that improve environmental quality and community well-being.

The Route 66 Black Experiences Grant Program provides direct grant awards to African-American owned/operated businesses and attractions along Route 66, and funding to support research and programs designed to tell the stories of Black experiences related to Route 66. The program, celebrating the Route 66 Centennial, aims to help Black-owned businesses and attractions stay in operation, reopen, and expand, while also supporting research and storytelling efforts related to Black experiences on Route 66. Eligible applicants include Black-owned/operated businesses located along Route 66 with fewer than 20 employees. The 2024 grant round offers a total of $50,000 in awards, with applications due by July 14, 2024, and awards announced the week of August 5, 2024.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to recognized Tree City USA, Tree Campus USA, and Tree Campus K-12 participants in Arizona to enhance urban forestry practices and improve community forest management.

This initiative invites Arizona youth aged 14 to 19 to participate in shaping arts policy and programs, providing them with a platform to influence local arts access and engagement while receiving a stipend for their contributions.

This funding opportunity provides $3 million to a single eligible health care facility to establish a new outpatient dialysis center that will serve tribal communities in rural Arizona, addressing the critical need for accessible dialysis services.

This grant provides funding to Arizona-based nonprofit organizations, local governments, and cultural institutions to support high-quality arts and culture festivals that engage communities and promote artistic traditions.

The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service State and Private Forestry, offers the Community Challenge Grant program to fund projects that promote tree planting, care of trees, and education on tree issues, with the aim of enhancing the quality of Arizona’s urban and community forests, and requires applicants to contribute at least 10% of the total project cost.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit arts and culture organizations to promote community engagement and enhance the cultural scene in Scottsdale through various artistic projects and operational needs.

Jewish Community Foundation Small Grants Program in Arizona offers an expedited process for local organizations to apply for grants of $5,000 or less. In the first combined grant cycle, the Jewish Community Foundation and Jewish Federation (now the Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix) awarded over $1.4 million to support Jewish organizations, programs, and services locally, in Israel, and overseas. The grants provided core operating support and program funding to address the needs of the Jewish community. FUNDING PARAMETERS • One-time grants up to $5,000. Requests for more than $5,000 will be rejected. • Only organizations whose program or project serves the Greater Phoenix Jewish community. • Organizations may not receive more than one small grant in a 12-month period. • Applicants must be either a 501(c)(3) organization, a school, or a synagogue, or must have a fiscal agent that falls into one of those categories. • Small grant applicants are eligible to participate in the CJP’s annual grant cycle. WHAT WE FUND We will review applications that serve the local Jewish community in the following categories: • Time-sensitive or urgent needs or opportunities: or requests that capitalize on a time-limited opportunity (funding or otherwise) • New programs • Events that serve a significant number of people in the Jewish community • Capacity building WHAT WE DO NOT FUND • Organizations that are NOT recognized as registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit entities • General operating support or general support for ongoing programs • Capital, endowment, ongoing or other fundraising campaigns • Equipment purchases to replace or upgrade equipment for an office, existing program or service • Scholarships or grants to individuals • Projects in their entirety • Proposals from organizations that do not follow our application procedures • Renewed support to past grantees that have not met our reporting requirements HOW AND WHEN TO APPLY • Applications may be submitted anytime to squen@phoenixcjp.org. • Applications not submitted on this form will be rejected. 12-point font is preferred. • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. • After review of your application, we may request additional information. • The CJP will endeavor to notify grant applicants within 45 days. During the peak months of the annual grant cycle (December through February), it may longer to process small grant applications.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide stable housing and empower low- and moderate-income communities, focusing on vulnerable populations such as working families, youth, seniors, and veterans.

This grant provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit the public in areas like education, public safety, healthcare, and community development, with a focus on direct community impact.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to tribal governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions for solar energy projects that enhance energy independence and benefit low-to-moderate income communities.

Title: Veteran Homeless and Employment Initiative Application Start Date: 07/01/2023 Application End Date: 06/30/2024 Eligible Applicants: Non Profits Award Amount: $635,050.00 Number of Awards: 1 Average Award Size: $635,050.00 Matching Required: No Summary: The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS) is seeking grant applications for the Veteran Homeless and Employment Initiative. The initiative aims to support ongoing statewide collective impact efforts and implementation of three Veteran initiatives focused on ending Veteran homelessness, assisting with employment barriers, and providing a pathway to higher levels of care for Veterans. The grant will provide financial and technical assistance to support homeless Veterans in Maricopa County and throughout the state, as well as facilitate collaborations with new partners to serve Veterans in need. Project Objectives: - Host the Maricopa County StandDown, serving over 2,000 homeless and at-risk Veterans annually. - Provide financial assistance for bridge housing or mitigation throughout the year in Maricopa County. - Provide financial and technical assistance to 11 StandDowns throughout the state. - Assist Veterans with obtaining employment through referrals from employment service providers. - Lead a multi-agency team to ensure programmatic goals are met for homeless Veterans. Contact Information: Robert Davis Arizona Department of Veterans' Services 3839 North 3rd Street, Suite 209 Phoenix, AZ. 85012 Email: rdavis@azdvs.gov

The APS Fund, in partnership with the Arizona Community Foundation, offers competitive grants to eligible nonprofits in Arizona. Since 2001, this partnership has provided funding to qualified agencies that support community growth and address needs in the West Valley. The grant program's mission aligns with the Arizona Community Foundation's broader goal of supporting community development, arts and culture, education, environment, and human services. This initiative reflects a strategic priority to empower local organizations that directly serve the evolving needs of Arizona's diverse population. The target beneficiaries are nonprofit organizations that have been in continuous operation for at least three years, government agencies, and tribal entities operating with fiscal accountability within a specific geographical area: North to Bell Road (extending west when Bell Road ends), West to 459th Avenue, South to Estrella/Gillespie Dam, and East to 19th Avenue. Religious organizations may also apply for non-sectarian programs. The program aims to support agencies that demonstrate a non-discrimination policy and are in good standing with the IRS, ensuring that funding reaches responsible and inclusive organizations that serve a wide array of ethnic, economic, or cultural backgrounds. The APS Fund prioritizes projects that introduce new or creative solutions to community problems, actively involve volunteers and in-kind gifts to demonstrate community engagement, and foster cooperative efforts between different organizations. This focus ensures that the funded projects are innovative, community-driven, and collaborative, maximizing their potential impact. The program encourages proposals that contribute to building stronger, more resilient communities through shared resources and collective action. Expected outcomes include enhanced community support, addressing critical needs in the West Valley, and fostering a collaborative environment among nonprofits. The measurable results for this grant cycle will be the successful implementation of projects that meet the outlined criteria, providing a minimum of $1,000 to a maximum of $10,000 in funding per qualified organization. The strategic theory of change is that by investing in local, innovative, and collaborative nonprofit initiatives, the APS Fund and the Arizona Community Foundation can drive positive, sustainable change and improve the quality of life for residents in the targeted areas of Arizona.