A coordinated system of high-quality afterschool enrichments support academic and developmental progress for Richmond Public Schools middle school students. $75,000 to Rooted WI to increase staffing and strengthen their communications strategy to improve visibility, access, engagement and overall donor retention. Grants are awarded from the Unrestricted Endowment Fund, select field of interest funds, and from collaborative funding provided by Community Foundation partners, including the Smithville Charitable Foundation. Rigorous, evidence-based programs measurably increase thousands of Virginians knowledge, skills, and capacity to advance equity in schools, businesses, and communities. With these 12 new projects, MCF has invested more than $2 million in competitive grants in our community in 2022. Grant funding is designed to support a broad range of community needs such as arts and culture, social and health services, education, recreation, beautification and preservation, animal welfare, the environment, and community development opportunities. For more information on available Community Impact Grant funding contact the United Way office at 479-782-1311. St. James's Children's Center provides equitable access to high-quality early education. VMHC will partner with the Community Foundation to host the Created Equal Film Series, using documentary films featuring inspiring stories of Virginia pioneers who confronted social issues to provide a forum for compassionate conversation about how we can work together to address todays challenges. Reynolds Community College Foundation - $50,000 VPM - $20,000 Through the Community Impact Grants, the Seattle Mariners Care Foundation seeks to help communities across Washington and Oregon, increase positive health outcomes for youth and accelerate equitable outcomes for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. Since the program began, grants have been awarded to Neighborhood Planning Units and the Atlanta Planning Advisory To promote nonprofit board service, connect diverse residents to nonprofit board opportunities, and support organizations' recruitment activities for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Support will be provided to organizations, partnerships and coalitions working to increase opportunities for young people, especially BIPOC youth, to realize the many rewards of physical activity, including the benefits to their mental health. With The Teaspoons Bakery provides a life skills and employment training program for young adults with developmental disabilities. WebSeattle Mariners Community Impact Grants: Focus Areas Through the Community Impact Grants, the Seattle Mariners Care Foundation seeks to help communities across Washington and Oregon, increase positive health outcomes for youth and accelerate equitable outcomes for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. $45,000 capacity-building grant to help build the foundations financial stability by hiring staff and building operational infrastructure. YMCA of Greater Richmond - $100,000 Grantmaking at the Community Foundation is a thoughtful process. Programming provides primarily Black and Brown youth in Richmond's underserved communities with skills, knowledge, and expertise to changes systems that have created economic, environmental, and racial inequities. Madison Community Foundation is proud to invest in these key organizations., These grants are possible because of the generosity of thousands of donors who have come together to support our community through MCFs Community Impact Fund, explains, Bob Sorge, MCFs President and CEO. $46,000 to expand the STEM Immersion Camp and mentoring program to prepare girls and youth of color for education and careers in computer science and technology. The Home Depot Foundation is deeply committed to serving veterans and works with nonprofit organizations across the country to give back to our nations heroes. Food distribution programs target supporting the Latino community. $100,000 to the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestrafor its capital campaign to construct a new 40,000 square foot youth music center on East Washington Avenue. VisioCheck and the Mobile Vision Clinic provide onsite eye exams and glasses at school for students. Daniel started covering Pearland City Council, Pearland ISD and Brazoria County for Community Impact in October 2022. HOME of VA works to tackle systemically divisive housing practices through fair housing enforcement and research, advocacy, and statewide policy work. Online grant applications available JRA utilizes a comprehensive approach to solving systemic problems facing our waters and fosters opportunities for the community to engage with the James River. Made possible by donor established funds, the Community Foundation'sCommunity Impact grantsare awarded througha competitive process and support local nonprofits whose strategies and outcomes align with the Foundations four focus areas:community vibrancy,economic prosperity,educational success, andhealth and wellness. $50,000 for the new building and performance space to increase capacity for teaching and performing circus arts, as well as fostering arts entrepreneurship. Communities In Schools of Petersburg - $25,000 Virginia Community Voice - $50,000 Promotion and understanding of Black history in Virginia provides educational resources, services, and opportunities for Richmond residents, visitors, and youth. $15,000 seed funding to develop programming for the new downtown plaza to help build community and stem social isolation, including multi-cultural and multi-generational activities and a farmers market. document.write(1900 + thisyear); Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and funding decisions are typically completed Charles Hua, president, West Green Club, $15,000 to Omega School for a large survey GED/HSED graduates to evaluate the programs impact and increase alumni engagement, 1:1 challenge grant of $35,000 to restore the 90-year-old Grand Barton Organ built in Oshkosh and housed in the Capitol Theater, its original and only home. Annually, the DCF awards over $600,000 through its Community Impact Grants programs. Help Me Help You Foundation - $20,000 Community Impact Grant $30,000 over two years to Black Girl Magic Educational Services to develop a mentor program in schools focused on supporting identity development, leadership skills, cultural representation and mental health awareness for Black girls. Daniel started covering Pearland City Council, Pearland ISD and Brazoria County for Community Impact in October 2022. RVA Rapid Transit- $25,000 Post secondary financial aid advising supports students in nine of the Richmond region's public high schools. This round of grants awards organizations focused on changing the systems in athletics, education and beyond that have historically impacted the ability of SBS is a regional coalition dedicated to improving early childhood education. Under the Improving Health & Wellbeing Strand, grants of 25,000 to 50,000 are available to eligible organisations for strategic and impactful projects that help improve outcomes for children at a national and/or local level.. 1. Together for Early School Success provides teachers, families, and children in preschool through first grade with high-quality, sustained learning opportunities for early academic success. This literacy program serves adults in the Metro Richmond area. Connecticut Foodshare is pleased to release this grant funding opportunity to support food assistance programs in its network. $15,000 to build the capacity of Madisons first professional regional musical theater company. Startup Virginia - $15,000 Virginia Excels advances advocacy focused on ensuring educational equity in the Richmond region that engages parents and youth. Check out our Neighborhood Grants for smaller projects. 3. The All donations to the Monterey County Storm Relief Fund are tax deductible. $20,000 for the merger of Arts + Literature Laboratory and Greater Madison Jazz Consortium. These organizations are building new programs, new staff, new facilities. said Tom Linfield, MCFs Vice President of Community Impact. A select number of applicants will be invited on September 23 to submit a full proposal, which consists of completing an online application. The amount of the grants will range from $10,000 to $50,000. $30,000 to move forward on five initiatives: equitable access for all children, establishing a Nature Preschool and a mobile Nature Cart, integrating climate change education across programming, and ensuring long-term organizational vitality, The generous support of MCF will engage more children with nature, empowering them with the numerous physical, emotional, cognitive, academic, and transcendental benefits a connection to the natural world provides. Michael Strigel, President and Executive Director, Aldo Leopold Nature Center, $30,000 for a new library and community center that will be integral to the quality of life for residents by combining traditional library services and community gathering spaces, $20,000 for a 1:1 challenge grant to increase communication and fund development staff, building internal infrastructure to further Centros ambitious programming goals, $30,000 to grow and sustain The Big Share, an online giving day that raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for nearly 70 member nonprofits, $30,000 will enable CTM to significantly grow their support base of donors to increase funding for production and education programs, development staff time and capacity, a donor base for an imminent capital campaign, $15,000 to build DAMAs capacity by funding high-quality, permanent equipment and expand their reach into more rural Dane County communities. Food distribution programs target supporting the Latino community. Box 716495 Eligible applicants must be located 3. Interested applicants are asked to submit a two-page (maximum) Letter of Intent, IRS Letter of Determination, and the organizations non-discrimination policy to CFBMC via email by the September 7, 2022 deadline. $50,000 to REAP Food Group to increase its development capacity by training board members to actively participate in donor stewardship and fundraising and hiring a grant writer. School-based CIS Site Coordinators build equity in education and empower success by removing barriers for students at risk of dropping out. A portfolio of emergency grants, microloans, and additional financial counseling support small businesses as part of MBL's Small Business Capital Access Program. Community Health Workers provide services for residents of the Creighton Court public housing community and Latino communities around the Southwood Apartments. The Next Move Program - $25,000 This award supports Chesterfield County Public School students, families, and/or teachers through special projects identified as opportunities by the superintendent. $15,000 for the Mann Scholars Program to develop a strategic fundraising plan for sustained financial support of the Program to ensure continued ability to provide support to African American high school students in the Madison Metropolitan School District. $100,000 to Goodman Community Centers building and expansion project to reduce over-crowding and serve more residents. Church Hill Activities & Tutoring - $25,000 Re-Establish Richmond fills service gaps within refugee communities, provides support for refugee resettlement, and empowers refugee families to thrive. $30,000 toward the Building Madisons Creative Future capital campaign to double the available space and increase resources to expand programming for both youth and seniors. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Inc. - $25,000 $25,000 to build a playground at the new McKenzie Family Club in Sun Prairie to ensure that children get at least the recommended 60 minutes of unstructured physical activity each day. $20,000 2:1 matching grant to Dane County Library Services to help fund the Ripple Intern Program to recruit, train and employ youth of color in paid internships with Dane County libraries. All donations to the Monterey County Storm Relief Fund are tax deductible. Urban Hope partners with low- and extremely low-income families who seek affordable rental housing and/or homeownership in Richmond's East End. The grantee will be asked to provide pictures and copies of any publicity about the funded grant. In the process of culling the applications to a fundable pool, the evaluation team will consider: Additionally, the evaluators will tend to respond more favorably to projects or programs that: All Letters of Intent should be no more than two pages in length and must be submitted on the applicants letterhead to the Community Foundation. The Richmond Housing Outreach program provides legal representation and education to prevent eviction of low-income, elderly and disabled people at no cost. PHA preserves and strengthens the areas economic vitality, attractiveness and competitiveness by helping communities in the Richmond region develop affordable housing opportunities. $25,000 to hire grantwriting consultants to work with nonprofit agencies to help them apply for regional and national pandemic relief grants. The Richmond Housing Outreach program provides legal representation and education to prevent eviction of low-income, elderly and disabled people at no cost. Virginia Learns - $25,000 Richmond Public Schools Education Foundation - $25,000 Virginia College Funds Gupton Initiative, in alliance with GO Virginia, will create education pathways for students to study advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing at VCU for entry into the burgeoning Petersburg pharmaceutical industry. Emergency shelter combined with case management works to move residents into permanent housing as quickly as possible and meet immediate needs of clients. James House provides advocacy, support, and education for people impacted by sexual violence, domestic violence, stalking, and child abuse/neglect in the Tri-Cities area. WebCommunity Impact Grants Established in October 2020, the ATCs Community Impact Grants support local, statewide, and regional organizations that promote social, economic, and land justice in southeastern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia. The Sprout School provides full-day, full-year, high-quality, and affordable early childhood education and infant care to families in the Greater Richmond region. $50,000 development capacity-building grant to increase fundraising efforts, grow endowment and enhance its ability to serve as a permanent community resource. Youth education enhances learning for Richmond students at under-resourced schools. Housing Families First serves families facing homelessness by providing a path to a permanent home through emergency shelter and rapid rehousing. $19,000 to partner with Community GroundWorks to create land security for Hmong farmers at Westport Community Farm. Attention: Monterey County Storm Relief Fund. In December 2022, Madison Community Foundation (MCF) announced $697,500 in grants to 12 nonprofits throughout the Madison area. Call 831.375.9712 Monday through Friday 8:30 to 5:00 PM. The Deaf Mentor Pilot Program supports families with deaf and hard of hearing children from birth to ages six and beyond. $25,000 to Urban Triage to help build out a new culturally sound, welcoming and creative space on Madison's South Side. Income from the Foundations unrestricted funds are awarded through the Community Impact Grant program. Local and state advocacy amplifies the voices of those most impacted by education policy decisions. $30,000 to Foundation for Dane County Parks, $40,000 to the Madison Public Market Foundation. $30,000 to expand from six to 12 schools the Up Close and Musical Program, an award-winning in-school residency program that brings a string quartet of professional musicians into K-3 classrooms. FRIENDS provides high-quality, curriculum-driven, educational programs for low-to-moderate income families in the greater Richmond area. 2. Photo by Zane Williams. Henrico Education Foundation - $45,000 This internship program offers work experience to technology students who face barriers to employment in the IT and cybersecurity fields. Grant funds support expansion of the Building Pathways to Healthcare Jobs program. CARITAS - $40,000 document.write(thisyear); $20,000 to expand a successful high school program that provides volunteer opportunities to build affordable housing resulting in dual high school/college credit. The Mellowhood Foundation and its founder Coach Assad combine heart, discipline and ingenuity to work with kids and their families in the Meadowood area. Educational programs featuring high-quality object-based programming support teachers and provide a rich and engaging experience for students. Virginia Excels advances advocacy focused on ensuring educational equity in the Richmond region that engages parents and youth. They will carry out a wide variety of duties to support the implementation of several participatory grantmaking programs. College access programs support high school students in Richmond and the surrounding counties. Urban Baby Beginnings increases professional and paraprofessional health access, provides social support, and addresses systemic barriers to reduce adverse outcomes and isolation experienced by families of color during the prenatal, postpartum, and early. HOME of VA works to tackle systemically divisive housing practices through fair housing enforcement and research, advocacy, and statewide policy work. Mentor Virginia - $15,000 Community Impact Grants 2023 GRANT GUIDELINES Articulates a well-defined need with $150,000 to Nehemiah to expand the program to employees of school districts, police departments and judicial leaders across the county. These nonprofits are helping make the Madison area extraordinary. We are even more inspired and committed now to spearheading sustainability initiatives and promoting awareness of pressing environmental challenges facing Madison and our world." Goochland Education Foundation - $10,000 The individuals on the committee are charged with the difficult task of selecting a limited number of grants for funding from a pool of very compelling projects and programs. The Outdoor Adventures Program increases access to and opportunities for outdoor experiences and builds a stronger community by providing space to see someone for their abilities rather than disabilities. --> $25,000 to Clean Wisconsin to expand its summer science internship program into a year-round fellowship program. The Quick Start to Employment program serves individuals enrolled in the REAL LIFE program who are seeking meaningful employment and financial independence. Partnership for Housing Affordability - $50,000 They will carry WebD onate Now. The grant agreement will outline the payout schedule for the grant, which may include multiple distributions. Rebuilding Together provides free home repair and modification services to low-income homeowners, including seniors unable to repair homes independently. Analysis and advocacy develops and champions policies and practices that positively impact the health and well-being of Virginias children and families. Call 831.375.9712 Monday through Friday 8:30 to 5:00 PM. WebIf awarded a Community Impact Grant, recipient nonprofit organizations will need to provide at minimum the following documentation: W-9 ACH agreement (provided upon grant award) 990 EZ or 990 of fiscal sponsor Current list of board members Signed Verification of Good Legal Standing (provided upon grant award) PREVIOUS CIG AWARDEES FALL Highest priority in the evaluation of grant awards will be given to projects that incorporate and embrace the following: Impact grants will be made to local 501(c)(3) nonprofits and organizations that are exempt from filing for a 501(c)(3) status. ChildSavers supports the guidance our community's children through life's critical moments with trauma-informed mental health and child development services. Virginia Literacy Foundation - $50,000 Henrico Community Food Banks provides access to nutritious food in an equitable and dignified manner to those in need. This award supports Chesterfield County Public School students, families, and/or teachers through special projects identified as opportunities by the superintendent. Flagler Housing and Homelessness Services provides residents with the tools they need to regain long-term stability through a housing first approach. $30,000 to provide digital access to the museums collection of Mexican Modernist art, and to develop programming to celebrate Mexican art and culture and develop meaningful connections with Madisons Latinx community. The Community Impact Grants were launched in 2020 as part of the Seattle Mariners commitments to advance racial equity and social justice, investing in programs and organizations addressing the causes of racial, social, and economic inequity. Sacred Heart serves the low- and moderate-income Latino population by offering comprehensive, culturally appropriate services for Latino families and individuals. document.write(thisyear); The Youth Ambassador Squad is a new model of community development designed by and for young people navigating the justice and child welfare systems. $37,500 to the Goodman Community Center for its Goodman Love & Legacy Campaign to support staff education and skill building around strategic fundraising as the Goodman Center approaches its 70th anniversary. Central Virginia Health Services - $25,000 Legal Aid Justice Center - $30,000 Feed More - $30,000 Support will be provided to organizations, coalitions, and efforts responding to the issues most crucial for ensuring that everyone, especially BIPOC communities, have equal opportunity to thrive. Better Housing Coalition provides affordable housing and access to community resources for those living below the poverty level. (Includes second installment of two-year, $1 million grant.). Grants awarded in this category aim to ensure that young people achieve in school, engage in their community and are prepared for the workforce. Urban Baby Beginnings increases professional and paraprofessional health access, provides social support, and addresses systemic barriers to reduce adverse outcomes and isolation experienced by families of color during the prenatal, postpartum, and early. The K-3 Reading Corps Tutors with Richmond Public Schools embeds rigorously trained AmeriCorps Tutors and Leading Men Fellows into pre-K classrooms and elementary schools. if (thisyear >= 2000) { // covers JScript post 2000 EIN: 39-6038248. The Foundations board of directors recently approved $1.2 million in community impact grants to 23 nonprofit organizations in the two-county region. Richmond City Health District - $100,000 Small organizations do big things and are incredibly valuable in our community. Senior Connections, CAAA - $15,000 Grants to be considered might include (but are not limited to): Education Attainment