The Jewish Helping Hands Foundation (JHH) is offering grants of up to $5,000 to nonprofits and individuals for a wide range of economic development and social empowerment projects that will aid underprivileged populations. Organizations of any background and religious affiliations are welcomed to apply. Preference will be given to organizations with smaller budgets (operating budgets under one million dollars) and projects that would otherwise not be possible without the Foundation’s assistance.
School Supply Grant
The Kids In Need Foundation is offering In-kind grants of fundamental school supplies to USA teachers to benefit children whose families cannot afford to purchase supplies. The program is intended to equip disadvantaged children in classrooms across the country with the necessary provisions for learning, which will enable the success of every child.
Quality of Life Grant [$100,000]
The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation is offering grants to nonprofit organizations for programs to assist individuals with paralysis, their caregivers, and families. Funding is intended for services and projects that include transportation, disaster response, employment, nursing home transition, respite, and caregiving.
Senior Housing Grant [$5,000,000]
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is offering grants of up to $5,000,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to provide capital funding and rental subsidies to develop and operate supportive housing for low-income elderly populations (ages 62 and older).
Safe Places To Play Grant [$50,000]
The U.S. Soccer Foundation is offering In-kind grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, agencies, schools, and churches to build soccer fields in underserved communities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to help cover the costs associated with lighting, irrigation, construction, surfacing, and enhancement of soccer fields.
$15,000 Community Partnership Grant
The Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation if offering grants ranging from $2,500 to $15,000 to USA nonprofits for programs in education, community development, and public health. Funding is intended to support programs for financially disadvantaged populations. Proposals that incorporate partnerships with community groups and local organizations are encouraged.
Community Economic Development Grant
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is offering grants of up to $400,000 to USA nonprofit community development corporations to support the development of social enterprises that create business and employment opportunities for low-income families.
Female Entrepreneur Grants
The Cartier Women’s Initiative is awarding up to $100,000 in cash and in-kind support to early stage women entrepreneurs with business initiatives that demonstrate significant growth potential. Projects must show notable sustainability, creativity, and social impact. Awards are intended to identify, encourage, and support projects related to any industry that are led by women entrepreneurs.
Family Literacy Grants
The Wish You Well Foundation is offering grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for adult and family literacy programs. Funding is intended to expand and develop literacy and educational programs in an effort to combat adult illiteracy.
Local Impact Grants
The Firespring Foundation is offering grants and in-kind support to USA nonprofit organizations for innovative ideas that will benefit local communities. Funds are intended to help facilitate increased access to information technology, capital, and professional expertise needed to effect change in the community.