Florida grants for Nonprofits

This grant provides funding for community-led environmental restoration and education projects within the Tampa Bay watershed, targeting organizations like nonprofits, schools, and government agencies that engage local volunteers.

Grant Opportunity: Small Business Grants Funder: City of Fort Pierce Award Details: The City of Fort Pierce is offering Small Business Grants to existing small businesses with 5 or fewer employees (including part-time employees) located in specific 'Target Areas' that are in or serve the Lincoln Park area. The grants are funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and can be used for the purchase of equipment, signage, or other improvements that will increase the capacity and sustainability of the business. Grant recipients can receive up to $5,000 from the City of Fort Pierce. Eligibility: Only small businesses with 5 or fewer employees (including part-time employees) are eligible to apply for this grant opportunity. Nonprofit organizations are not eligible. Applicants must attend technical assistance workshops provided by IRSC-SBDC and have a current City of Fort Pierce Business Tax Receipt (BTR) and proof of registration with the Florida Division of Corporations. Other Information: Ineligible grant purchases include salaries, rent, utilities, internet, telephone service, business inventory, taxes, postage, or debt. Grant recipients will be required to enter into a contractual agreement with the City of Fort Pierce before receiving funds. Projects must begin within 30 days following contract execution. Subrecipients are responsible for maintaining records for a minimum of five years and may be subject to inspections and monitoring by Grants Administration Staff and/or HUD.

The Hillsborough County Criminal Justice and Grants Management Office is seeking Concept Papers to fund sustainable and innovative services. These services should encompass treatment, prevention, intervention, education, enforcement, and prosecution to address crime and enhance the criminal justice system within Hillsborough County. While the specific foundation mission alignment, strategic priorities, and theory of change are not explicitly detailed beyond the grant's stated purpose, the core objective aligns with improving public safety and justice outcomes for residents. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are the residents of Hillsborough County, particularly those impacted by crime or those who could benefit from crime prevention and intervention services. The overall impact goal is to prevent, reduce, or control crime and significantly improve the functionality and effectiveness of the criminal justice system in the county. The program's priorities and focuses are broad, covering a comprehensive range of services from prevention and education to enforcement and prosecution. This holistic approach aims to tackle crime from multiple angles. While specific measurable results are not outlined in the provided text, the expectation is that funded initiatives will lead to improved outcomes and a reduction in crime rates within Hillsborough County. Hillsborough County anticipates funding approximately $151,751 through this grant. Eligibility is open to governmental and nonprofit agencies. The selected initiatives are intended to support new programs, increase existing capacity, significantly expand current services, or implement other enhancements that demonstrably improve outcomes and contribute to crime reduction. This suggests a strategic priority on innovation and growth in effective criminal justice programs.

The South Florida Cultural Consortium, funded by the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, offers grants of $15,000 or $7,500 to emerging, mid-career, and established visual and media artists residing in Broward, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe or Palm Beach Counties, with the awards based on artistic excellence and consistency in work from the last three years, and recipients also participate in a local exhibition.

This funding opportunity is designed for organizations in specific regions to conduct research and monitoring of wood stork reproduction in the Everglades, focusing on the impacts of hydrological changes on their populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local arts organizations and individual teaching artists to deliver enriching arts programming to K-12 students in Orange County Public Schools.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in select U.S. markets that focus on youth education, storytelling, and community engagement initiatives.

Topfer Family Foundation Grant Program focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations within the program areas of Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment, Youth Enrichment, Children’s Health, Aging In Place, and Job Training & Support. Eligible applicants must be exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code. The foundation primarily invests in communities where the family resides, including the greater Austin, Texas and greater Chicago, Illinois metropolitan areas. Additionally, they have started providing grants to organizations in Denver, CO and Broward County, FL. For more information and to apply for a grant, visit Topfer Family Foundation's website.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have established the Hurricane Response Marine Debris Removal Fund. This fund supports projects focused on assessing, removing, and disposing of marine debris in coastal communities affected by hurricanes and other storm events. The initiative aligns with the foundations' broader mission to conserve and restore fish, wildlife, and their habitats, as well as to benefit human communities impacted by natural disasters. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant program are coastal communities in Alaska, Florida, Georgia, Puerto Rico, and South Carolina that were impacted by the 2022 hurricanes Fiona, Ian, Nicole, and Typhoon Merbok. The impact goals are to reduce the effects of marine debris on these communities, protect industries, and prevent further harm to habitats and fish and wildlife populations. The program aims to address both the immediate and long-term consequences of storm-related marine debris. The program prioritizes projects that offer dual benefits, meaning they benefit both human communities and fish and wildlife. Emphasis is placed on projects that are ready for direct clean-up efforts and have already completed marine debris assessments, addressed hazardous materials, and secured necessary permits and disposal logistics. Community engagement and co-design processes that incorporate traditional knowledge are also encouraged to ensure maximum benefits and sustainability. Expected outcomes include a significant reduction in marine debris from coastal habitats and nearshore waters, leading to enhanced ecological integrity and functionality of ecosystems. Measurable results will include the reduction of impacts to properties, community infrastructure, assets of economic and cultural importance, and improved navigational safety. The grant duration is four years, with awards of up to $6 million to achieve these accelerated and comprehensive outcomes for impacted coastal resources and communities.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Northeast Florida that are facing funding disruptions, specifically those addressing food insecurity, housing instability, and healthcare access for vulnerable communities.

The City of St. Petersburg is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to eligible non-profit organizations that propose innovative solutions to the local opioid crisis, with a focus on treatment and recovery support services, overdose prevention, harm reduction, and substance use prevention and education.

The Permanent Commission on the Status of Racial, Indigenous, and Tribal Populations (the Permanent Commission) is offering grants to develop and implement programs that address social drivers of health (SDOH) and build stronger community connections. This initiative aligns with the Commission's statutory mandate to improve public health outcomes, especially for racial, Indigenous, and tribal populations who have historically faced disproportionate chronic health and disease impacts, further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant program aims to deepen the Commission's relationships with Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and community leaders, invest resources directly in Maine communities severely impacted by COVID-19, and support innovative community-led approaches to addressing SDOH. The target beneficiaries of this program are communities located within Maine, particularly those with racial, Indigenous, and tribal populations that have been historically marginalized and disproportionately affected by health disparities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The impact goals include improving public health outcomes, increasing social capital, and fostering stronger community connections within these communities. This program recognizes that persistent disparities in SDOH require targeted and community-driven solutions to achieve equitable health and well-being. The program prioritizes supporting CBOs in creating new and innovative community-led approaches to addressing SDOH for their communities. A key focus is on increasing social capital in historically marginalized communities by supporting community-building activities within Maine. Eligible applicants must be CBOs as defined by the RFA, meaning they are driven by and accountable to the community they serve, have a physical presence, and include community perspectives in determining priority issues and solutions. Proposed projects must specifically benefit communities within Maine. Expected outcomes include the establishment of stronger relationships between the Permanent Commission and CBOs/community leaders, direct investment of resources into severely impacted Maine communities, and the successful implementation of new, innovative, community-led initiatives addressing SDOH. Measurable results will likely involve tracking the number of CBOs partnered with, the reach of the programs, and indicators related to improved SDOH outcomes and increased social capital within the targeted communities. The total grant funding for this program is $300,000, with applicants able to apply for a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $75,000 over a contract period not exceeding 18 months or extending beyond December 2025. This funding supports the Commission's strategic priority of addressing health equity through community empowerment and direct resource allocation.

The Arts and Culture Access funding is designed to support the engagement of Orange County Public Schools students in the arts, which is associated with improvements in math, reading, cognitive abilities, critical thinking, verbal skills, motivation, concentration, confidence, and teamwork. This initiative facilitates students' development of these skills through field trips and in-school programs that are integrated into their class curriculum. The program welcomes applications year-round, with a primary funding decision period in late summer. For priority consideration, applications should be submitted by June 30th, following the opening of the application period on June 1st.

The City of Deltona is offering a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Public Services for the 2024-2025 Federal Fiscal Program Year, with an anticipated allocation of approximately $500,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). This grant aims to implement activities that benefit low- and moderate-income families and persons within Deltona. Up to 15% of these funds are specifically designated for eligible public service activities. The City of Deltona, as the donor, aligns its mission with HUD's objectives by addressing community development needs and improving the quality of life for its residents, particularly those who are economically disadvantaged. The program emphasizes a commitment to fostering a more equitable and supportive community. The target beneficiaries for this CDBG program are income-eligible Deltona residents, specifically low- and moderate-income families and individuals. The primary impact goal is to provide essential public services that might otherwise be inaccessible, thereby improving the overall well-being and stability of these residents. By supporting services for those most in need, the program seeks to alleviate hardship and promote greater self-sufficiency within the community. The City of Deltona's strategic priorities include enhancing community services and ensuring that vital resources reach vulnerable populations. The program prioritizes projects that offer either new services or a quantifiable increase in the current level of service provided by non-profit agencies or other public service organizations. This focus ensures that the grant funds lead to tangible and measurable improvements in service delivery, rather than simply maintaining existing levels. The City's theory of change posits that by investing in impactful public services, it can create a ripple effect that strengthens the social fabric of the community and addresses systemic inequalities faced by low-income residents. Expected outcomes include an increased availability and accessibility of critical public services for income-eligible residents. Measurable results will be tied to the nature of the services provided, such as the number of individuals served, the types of services offered, and the quantifiable increase in service capacity. The grant's duration of one year suggests a focus on immediate and impactful interventions, with the potential for ongoing assessment of project effectiveness. The City of Deltona will evaluate proposals based on their ability to maximize services provided to the community, demonstrating a commitment to efficient and effective use of public funds.

The Walter F. Goodnough Trust offers grants specifically designed to support the rehabilitation of underprivileged disabled children. The foundation's mission is directly aligned with improving the health and well-being of this vulnerable population through hospitalization within the state of Florida. This grant program is a core component of the trust's philanthropic efforts, focusing on a critical area of need within the healthcare sector for children facing both disability and financial hardship. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are underprivileged disabled children in Florida who require hospitalization for rehabilitation. The impact goal is to facilitate their recovery and improve their quality of life by providing financial support for necessary medical interventions. The trust prioritizes health-related programs and aims to ensure that eligible organizations, specifically 501(c)(3) exempt organizations, can access funding to serve these children. While specific detailed expected outcomes and measurable results are not explicitly stated beyond "rehabilitation," the implicit outcome is improved health and functional abilities for the children served. Success would likely be measured by the number of children assisted, the types of rehabilitation services provided, and potentially the duration or effectiveness of their hospitalization and recovery. The average grant size of $2,500 to $5,000, with an average total giving of $15,000 per year, indicates a focus on supporting individual or smaller-scale rehabilitation projects. The foundation's strategic priorities are centered on direct impact within Florida's healthcare landscape, particularly for disabled children. Their theory of change appears to be that by providing financial grants to qualified organizations, they can directly enable access to crucial rehabilitation services that might otherwise be out of reach for underprivileged families. The geographic limitation to Florida and the program area of Health further underscore this focused approach to addressing specific community needs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Lee and Collier Counties, Florida, that assist underserved families, enabling them to expand their services and reach more individuals in need.

This program provides funding to neighborhood associations in Manatee County, Florida, to enhance community engagement and address local issues through resident-led projects.

This funding opportunity is designed for organizations with expertise in ecology and wading bird monitoring to support the conservation and restoration efforts of the Florida Everglades through systematic population and reproductive success assessments.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist migrant and seasonal farmworkers, focusing on enhancing job training, education, employment services, housing stability, and youth development initiatives.

The Rancho Cucamonga Community & Arts Foundation (RCCAAF) offers Community Arts Grants designed to support and enhance arts programs, events, and activities within Rancho Cucamonga. The foundation's mission, though not explicitly stated as a "mission statement," aligns with fostering community engagement and providing accessible arts experiences for residents. The grant program directly serves this purpose by funding initiatives that bring art to the community, thereby enriching the cultural landscape of Rancho Cucamonga. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant program include community-based non-profit organizations, local schools, and individual artists or groups. The overarching impact goal is to provide arts programs, events, and activities that benefit Rancho Cucamonga residents, or anyone seeking arts experiences within the city's borders. This broad scope ensures that a wide range of individuals and groups can access and participate in artistic endeavors. The program prioritizes a variety of arts-related projects. These include one-time arts projects such as murals, art installations, public art contests, and exhibits. It also supports start-up for new arts organizations, clubs, and performance groups, as well as new school-based arts programs that expand student experiences and provide community benefit. Additionally, the grant funds programs, events, or performances available to the public, the purchase of equipment or supplies to enhance arts programs, and community-accessible arts events like festivals. Expected outcomes and measurable results are addressed through the selection criteria, which include evaluating the proposal's project goals and objectives, community need and benefit, future funding to sustain the program, and an estimated project line-item budget. While specific quantitative metrics for "measurable results" are not detailed in the provided text, the emphasis on a project timeline and evaluation method suggests an expectation of tangible progress and successful implementation of funded initiatives. The grant's duration of one year and project period from July 1, 2024, to June 1, 2025, indicate a focus on short-to-medium term impact.