The Urban Awareness USA Mini Grant Program is dedicated to helping impact more urban communities by supporting community outreach initiatives around the country.

The application deadline is the last day of every quarter. Awards announced 8 weeks after the deadline.

Due to the large number of applications received each month and our limited staff we DO NOT provide telephone or email support for individual applicants. We also do not provide status updates, feedback, or explanation of denial. All grant award notifications and announcements are posted in our private Facebook group. (Join The Group)

Dear Community Leader,

I was raised in extreme poverty and endured unthinkable hardships as a child. It was only through the grace of God and sacrifices of several amazing community leaders just like you that I was able to make it out and become the man I am today. Thank you for the work that you do.

It is in that spirit that I invite you to apply for the Urban Awareness USA Founders Grant, where you can receive up to $1,000 in unrestricted funds to support the work you are doing in your community.

– Tracy J. Brown, Founder & CEO, Urban Awareness USA

Causes We Care About

We’re passionate about supporting organizations that serve urban communities by providing programs and services in one or more of the following twelve areas of focus:

At-Risk Youth

I grew up Fayetteville, NC. We lived in EXTREME poverty. By all accounts I was an "At Risk Youth." But God! Today, we support organizations that provide programs and services to "At Risk" youth.

Alcoholism

My mother was an alcoholic throughout my childhood. Today, we support causes that help treat and prevent substance abuse in urban communites.

Single Parents

Because of my mom's addiction, I was raised by my Grandmother. She never received any formal education, but she had a PHD...she Praised Him Daily! Today, we support organizations that provide progams and services to single parents.

Teenage Boys

My teen years were rough. I'm so thankful for all the sports & after school programs that kept me out of trouble. Today, we support organizations that provide programs and services to Teen Boys in urban communities.

Military Families

Sir, Yes Sir!! I joined the Navy immediately after high school. It was a great experience for me. I met scores of wonderful people from all walks of life. Today, we support organizations that provide programs and serivces to active duty military, veterans, first responders and their families.

Christianity

I accepted Christ at the age of 19 while I was in the Navy. The most important decision I've ever made! Today, we support Christian organizations and churches that provide programs and services in urban communities.

Minority Men

After finishing my time with the Navy, I ventured off into the world as a civilian.... LOL... a Young Black Male civilian. Today, we support organizations that provide programs and services to minority men in urban communities.

Mentoring Programs

I've never met or seen my father. But, I've been blessed to have many wonderful mentors in my life to help guide me in everything from starting my first business to founding Urban Awareness USA. Today, we support organizations that provide mentoring programs and services in urban communities.

Community & Economic Development

This issue is exactly why I founded Urban Awareness in 2003. My vision was to create an organization that bridged the gap between communities & the funding those communities needed. Today, we support organizations that provide programs and serivces in the area of Community & Economic Development.

Minority Women

I am blessed to be married to an amazing black woman who loves and supports me in everything I do. She is my friend, my partner and I adore her. Today, we support organizations that provide programs and services for minority women in urban communities.

Sports & Recreation

My son is a freak of an athlete (Just like his dad). He can play anything and we've both benefited from community sports and recreation programs. Today, we support organizations that provide sports and recreation programs and services in urban communities.

College Scholarships

My daughter is a genius (LOL...not at all like her daddy). She received so many college scholarships to pay for her education that it was almost unfair... its like her daddy runs a national nonprofit that helps individuals and organizations find funding or something. Today, we support organizations that provide programs and services in the area of college scholarships.

How it Works

Are you a Nonprofit, Social Enterprise, or Church with a central focus of providing programs or services in one or more of our 12 areas of focus? We want to hear from you. We accept submissions from US-based organizations. Grants typically range from $250-$1,000, depending on factors such as mission alignment and availability of funds.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR ORGANIZATION

Submit the online application, including a brief summary of the organization’s mission and programs.

WE’LL BE IN TOUCH WITH A DECISION

We go through each application. You should hear from us within 8 weeks, either with additional questions or a determination. We post all award announcements in our private Facebook group. (Join the Group)

YOU RECEIVE THE GRANT FUNDS

If awarded, a check will arrive in the mail or electronically! We’ll also interview you to spread the word about your work on our site.

Our Community Impact

Through our Founders Grant Program, we have helped support the great work that these Nonprofits, Social Enterprises & Churches are doing in their communities.

Our Mission

Urban Awareness USA is a national nonprofit that helps bridge the gap between urban communities and the resources they need to thrive. Our small grant program enables us to expand our reach and provide direct support to local organizations doing great work for the people in their communities.

Apply for a Grant

Our committee considers each application seriously. Due to the large number of requests we receive, it may take up to 8 weeks for us to review all applications and select the grant recipient(s) for each round. We may not respond to your application if it does not meet our criteria for consideration. Determination is made on a case-by-case basis, depending on factors like mission alignment and availability of funds. Grants typically range from $250-$1,000. All award announcements are made in our private Facebook group.

APPLY NOW

I look foward to learning more about what you do and the community you serve!!

Your Brother in Christ,