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The Next Step Education Program provides financial support to individuals in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties pursuing postsecondary education and career training, including undergraduate degrees, technical credentials, professional certifications, and industry-recognized licenses. Awards up to $2,000 can be used for tuition, books, and course-related expenses, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

The Our Children Fund provides financial assistance for foster care children in Fairfax County (ages birth-17) and young adults (ages 18-21) without permanency to support their unmet medical, social, emotional, and educational needs. Eligible expenses include afterschool activities, camps, sports fees, dental and health services, and other normalizing experiences.

NOVA Parks Outdoor Kids Grants provide funding to Title-I schools in Northern Virginia to cover transportation and other costs for field trips to NOVA Parks properties. Eligible schools can select from designated parks and students experience SOL-based outdoor field trips during school hours at no cost.

The Northeast Michigan Youth Advisory Council awards approximately $50,000 annually to local nonprofit organizations for youth-related programs and projects in four counties. Grants up to $2,500 are available with application deadlines on January 15 and October 15.

The Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan offers Community Impact Grants to support future projects in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle counties. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and government agencies (with restrictions on religious organizations). Applications are reviewed twice yearly with clear deadlines.

The Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan has reactivated its Urgent Needs Fund to support nonprofit organizations and eligible institutions providing vital services to individuals and families affected by the March/April 2025 ice storms in northeast Michigan. Grants support direct assistance such as food, utilities, cleanup, and property repairs in response to the disaster.

The Nonprofit Effectiveness Grant Program provides funding to support nonprofits' internal organizational development, including capacity building, leadership development, and navigating organizational change. Grants up to $10,000 support projects in areas such as building internal capacity, leadership development, legal costs, communications support, and contingency planning for 501(c)(3) organizations serving Worcester County.

This grant supports nonprofit organizations exploring or implementing organizational restructures, mergers, or shared services models. Funding covers feasibility studies, technical assistance, due diligence, and professional fees for organizations in various stages of these strategic initiatives.

The Our Children Fund provides financial assistance for foster care children in Fairfax County, Virginia (ages birth-17) and young adults (18-21) without permanency to support unmet medical, social, emotional, and educational needs. Eligible items include afterschool activities, camps, sports fees, and health services. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and amounts are determined case-by-case.

Grants for Title-I public elementary and middle schools in Northern Virginia to fund field trips to NOVA Parks, covering transportation and other access barriers. Students participate in SOL-based outdoor educational experiences led by experienced naturalists at no cost to schools.

The Employment Resource Fund is a local, self-sustaining work and education fund that provides grants to Wayne County nonprofits with employment programs aimed at increasing job success for adults. The Steering Committee accepts grant applications for new employment-related initiatives on a rolling basis.

The Coastal Conservancy issues millions of dollars annually in grants for projects that restore and protect the California coast, expand public access, and enhance climate resilience. Most grants are awarded through a rolling pre-application solicitation, with some programs offered through scheduled grant rounds. Grant amounts typically range from $200,000 to $5,000,000.

The California State Coastal Conservancy's Climate Ready Program funds projects that mitigate climate change impacts and build resilience along the California coast. The program supports planning and implementation of nature-based adaptation strategies, wildfire resilience projects, and multi-benefit coastal restoration efforts through a rolling pre-application process.

The Grand Rapids Community Foundation offers grants through its Fund for Community Good to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, government entities, and organizations willing to attain fiscal sponsorship. Funding supports education, health, neighborhoods, arts and culture, economic prosperity, and environment initiatives with a focus on advancing racial equity in Kent County, Michigan.

The Students First initiative provides on-demand grants to public schools in High Point to address unexpected and unbudgeted needs that arise throughout the school year. Grant requests can be submitted at any time by school principals and are reviewed by the Students First committee for immediate impact on students and education systems.

Excellence in Education funds strengthen school communities by awarding grants for creative and innovative educational programs, recognition of achievement, and community involvement in schools. These funds are available to public and private schools in 16 Southern Wisconsin communities, with multiple named funds having specific annual deadlines.

The Emergency Response Fund provides grants to eligible nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government entities, and tribal governments in Emmet County responding to emergencies. Funds can support disaster relief, housing assistance, operational support, and community resilience projects. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with weekly review and decisions expected within three weeks of approval.

The Community Foundation for the CSRA's Community Grants program provides funding for nonprofit projects and programs serving residents in Richmond, Columbia, McDuffie and Burke counties in Georgia and Aiken and Edgefield counties in South Carolina. The program operates on an annual cycle with applications opening in July and closing in mid to late August, with awards announced in early January.

The Community Sharing Fund provides emergency financial assistance to individuals and families facing short-term financial hardship in Dakota, Ramsey, or Washington counties, Minnesota. Grants are awarded through referrals from nonprofit organizations and government agencies for needs such as rent, utilities, medical expenses, childcare, and transportation.

The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation's Community Solutions Grant Program supports organizations, programs, and initiatives that improve quality of life for East Metro residents across Dakota, Ramsey, and Washington counties. Grants provide general operating, program/project, and capital support with a focus on community & economic development, health & human services, and youth & education, with preference given to organizations addressing disparities and serving marginalized communities.