Explore the latest funding opportunities, grants, resources and updates from Urban Awareness USA.
Cisco Foundation is offering grants of up to $50,000 to nonprofits to help increase their productivity, cost-efficiency, and scalability. The grant is intended to assist organizations with programs related to addressing critical human needs, access to education, and economic empowerment. The goal of the grant program is to build public benefit programs that make innovative use of the Internet and communications technology and have a measurable impact.
Justin J. Watt Foundation (JJWF) is offering grants to middle schools for after-school athletics programming serving students in grades 6-8. Funding is intended to support the acquisition of uniforms and equipment. Eligible sports include, but are not limited to, football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, track, wrestling, volleyball, cheer, tennis, and golf.
Polaris Industries is offering grants of up to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations and government agencies to ensure the future of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riding. Funding is available to local, state, and national organizations working to preserve trail access and promote safe and responsible riding.
The Mockingbird Foundation is offering grants of up to $10,000 to nonprofit organizations and schools for programs that provide music education to children and youth. Particular interest is given to programs serving disenfranchised groups, including those with disabilities or terminal illnesses; low-skilled, low-skilled, low-income, and low-education populations; and those in foster homes, shelters, hospitals, prisons, or other remote or isolated situations.
The Home Depot Foundation is offering in-kind donations up to $5,000 to nonprofit organizations and public service agencies for community improvement projects. Priority will be given to disaster-response projects and projects that benefit veterans.
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is offering grants of up to $8,000 to daycares, schools, parks, and nonprofit organizations serving children and youth for projects that increase the safety of outdoor play spaces. Funding may be used for the cost of materials and installation of shade structures.
School-Based Healthcare Solutions Network (SBHSN) is offering grants of up to $65,000 to public and private schools, LEAs, and charter school management companies to create mental health programs. Funding is intended to ensure children receive mental health services during and after the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The funding will support the placement of licensed mental health professionals (referred to as Transitional Coaches) on school campuses.
Women Donors Network, Solidaire Network, Threshold Foundation, and the Democracy Alliance is offering grants to organizations for grassroots and community activities that promote social and economic justice. Funding is intended to address racial, religious, ethnic, and other forms of discrimination. Priority is given to organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and people of color.
T-Mobile, Smart Growth America, and Main Street America is offering grants of up to $50,000 to nonprofit organizations, nonprofit leaders, elected officials, and town managers and employees for capital projects to revitalize public community spaces in rural areas. The purpose of the program is to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections.
American Electric Power (AEP) Foundation is grants to nonprofit organizations, political and state subdivisions, and public IHES to benefit residents. Funding is intended to support proposals in the following focus areas: education, with an emphasis on STEM education, hunger and housing, and equity and social justice.
