Georgia Capacity Building Grants

READY Community Foundations, part of ARC's READY Appalachia initiative, offers no-cost training to community foundations in Appalachia. Participants will build skills in financial management, fundraising, grantmaking, and strategic planning. Eligible foundations can apply for up to $25,000 in funding to implement capacity-building projects post-training. Applications are due by July 5, 2024.

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 funding to organizations in Northeast Georgia that work to prevent childhood trauma and promote resilience among young people from birth to age 26.

This grant provides funding to eligible nonprofit organizations, local governments, schools, and colleges in specific Georgia counties to support a variety of arts programs and activities that benefit their communities.

This program provides free training and funding opportunities to nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region, helping them build capacity to better address community challenges and improve their operational effectiveness.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Forsyth County, Georgia, for operational needs or specific programs that benefit the local community.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Thomas County, Georgia, to enhance community services and ensure long-term sustainability.

This grant provides financial support to community-based nonprofit organizations in Central Georgia that are working to improve local quality of life through impactful projects and collaborations.

This program provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Central Georgia to address specific, creative needs that enhance their missions, allowing donors to directly support impactful projects.

This program provides matching funds and support to nonprofit organizations in Cobb County, Georgia, to enhance their fundraising efforts during the holiday season.

This grant provides financial support for arts projects in Georgia, benefiting a wide range of organizations, from small nonprofits to government entities, that enhance community engagement and cultural vibrancy through various artistic activities.

This grant provides financial support to individual artists in the southeastern U.S. for professional development opportunities that can significantly advance their careers.

This program provides training and funding opportunities to local governments in economically distressed areas of the Appalachian Region, helping them improve their capacity to secure and manage federal grants for community development projects.

This initiative provides training and funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region to strengthen their operations and better serve their communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in economically distressed areas of the Appalachian Region to enhance their capacity through training, strategic planning, and community-led initiatives for sustainable economic growth.

This grant provides $10,000 to eligible nonprofit arts organizations in Georgia to support their operating expenses and enhance community engagement through the arts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.

This funding opportunity provides operational support to eligible nonprofit organizations serving Camden, Glynn, and McIntosh counties in Georgia, helping them enhance their capacity to deliver community services.

This grant provides up to $10,000 in media production services to registered nonprofits in select South Carolina and Georgia counties, helping them create impactful visual stories to enhance their communication and community engagement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Georgia city and county governments for enhancing their capabilities to detect, track, and respond to threats posed by unauthorized drones, particularly in preparation for major events like the FIFA World Cup 2026.