New Jersey Community Development Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations seeking to improve the inclusivity and accessibility of public spaces in Greater Philadelphia, particularly for historically underserved communities.

This program provides financial assistance to small and medium-sized businesses in New Jersey that have suffered losses due to temporary closures along Route 80 caused by sinkholes.

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations in New York City and Northeastern New Jersey that focus on innovative programs in social welfare, education, and healthcare, particularly for youth in underserved communities.

Special Projects grants are available for Mercer County-based nonprofits and government units that present special New Jersey/Mercer County (including local) history programs or events. These grants support specific history-related activities such as exhibitions, educational projects, and preservation efforts. A 1:1 match is required, but 50% of this match can be in-kind. The application deadline is July 1, 2024.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in New Jersey that offer training and employment services to individuals affected by the opioid crisis, helping them gain skills and secure jobs.

Grant Opportunity: Improving Youth Mental Health Overview: The Cigna Group Foundation is committed to addressing youth mental health challenges post-pandemic. With a focus on supporting underserved communities, the foundation is allocating $9 million over three years to fund evidence-informed programs and services. The goal is to increase access to mental health intervention, equip parents and caregivers, and promote social-emotional skills among youth. Grant Details: Grant Range: $100,000 – $150,000 Term: One-year Eligibility & Requirements: Applicants must be registered 501(c)(3) organizations. Budgets should cover eligible expenses related to the grant project, excluding certain overhead costs. Clear progress and impact measurement plans, aligned with addressing health disparities, are required. Grantees must provide progress and final reports during the grant term. Geographical Focus: Connecticut Georgia Missouri New Jersey Pennsylvania Tennessee Texas Application Timeline: Application Opens: April 17 Application Closes: May 22 Notification of Awards: Early July Grant Term Begins: August 1 Contact Information: For inquiries, contact grants@redfordcenter.org.

This program provides financial support to small, for-profit businesses in Atlantic City that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, helping them cover essential operational costs and promote economic recovery.

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that assist veterans and active service members in central and southern New Jersey.

This funding initiative provides financial support to small, nonprofit music organizations in the Philadelphia area that are either newly established or facing challenges due to reduced public funding, helping them build capacity and ensure sustainability.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

This program provides funding to New Jersey public schools and colleges for tree planting projects that address climate change, improve local environments, and create educational opportunities.

This funding opportunity supports local artists, schools, nonprofits, and community groups in Newark to create innovative arts projects that engage underserved populations and address social issues.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations in Southern New Jersey that offer innovative programs and services benefiting the local community, particularly those serving Jewish and secular populations.

This funding initiative provides financial support to organizations in Morris County that are dedicated to promoting justice and equity for historically marginalized communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Jersey City that create STEAM and STEM programs focused on mental health awareness for youth aged 8 to 24, aiming to combat the effects of opioid misuse.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New Jersey that aim to improve breast health services for underserved women through initiatives focused on screening, treatment, and education.

This program provides financial support for training and wraparound services to help low-income individuals in New Jersey gain the skills needed for better employment opportunities.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the greater Morris County, New Jersey area that focus on improving community wellbeing through education, human services, arts and culture, the environment, and animal welfare.

This funding program provides financial support to Bergen County municipalities and qualified nonprofit organizations for acquiring land to preserve open spaces, protect floodplains, conserve farmland, and maintain historic sites.