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Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) promotes and administers comprehensive, recovery-oriented services in the areas of mental health treatment and substance abuse prevention and treatment throughout Connecticut.
While the Department's prevention services serve all Connecticut citizens, its mandate is to serve adults (over 18 years of age) with psychiatric or substance use disorders, or both, who lack the financial means to obtain such services on their own. DMHAS also provides collaborative programs for individuals with special needs, such as persons with HIV/AIDS infection, people in the criminal justice system, those with problem gambling disorders, substance abusing pregnant women, persons with traumatic brain injury or hearing impairment, those with co-occurring substance abuse and mental illness, and special populations transitioning out of the Department of Children and Families.
Building Resilient Youth and Communities with Prevention (BRYCWP)
RFP Purpose
DMHAS seeks to fund up to ten (10) eligible proposers to implement evidence-based prevention strategies aimed at reducing underage drinking / alcohol use and an optional second prevention priority among youth ages 12-20 in communities. Funded organizations will be required to apply the SPF to guide their work, with a focus on reducing risk factors, strengthening protective factors, and achieving sustainable, community-level impact.
Contracts may be awarded for a term of up to five (5) years, and applicants must demonstrate the capacity to lead local prevention coalitions, implement effective strategies, and evaluate outcomes using measurable indicators.
About FCFP
Change Agents for the community
We’re on mission to improve North Central PA through the power of philanthropy.
Founded in 1916, First Community Foundation Partnership is the leading resource for philanthropists in North Central PA.
Drawing from a deep well of experience, we can help anyone who wants to make a difference make it happen. Whether through a modest donation or a substantial endowment, we help donors grow their contributions and reinvest the gains back into our region.
Our partnerships are as diverse as the public we serve. We oversee projects ranging from small, donor-directed funds to Raise the Region, our area’s largest and most celebrated charitable event. And the initiatives we sustain support causes from scholarships and fine arts to healthcare and food security.
We’re determined to broaden our reach and deepen our impact in the counties we serve. We’re committed to driving positive social change for another hundred years—and ensuring everyone who shares our vision can get involved.
To improve quality of life in north central Pennsylvania through community leadership, the promotion of philanthropy, the strengthening of nonprofit impact and the perpetual stewardship of charitable assets
To create powerful communities through passionate giving.
2026 FCFP Birthday Grants for Lycoming County
Competitive grant program that supports nonprofit organizations with missions relating to arts and culture, education, health and human service, youth, environment, and economic development in Lycoming County.
About FCFP
Change Agents for the community
Founded in 1916, First Community Foundation Partnership is the leading resource for philanthropists in North Central PA.
Drawing from a deep well of experience, we can help anyone who wants to make a difference make it happen. Whether through a modest donation or a substantial endowment, we help donors grow their contributions and reinvest the gains back into our region.
Our partnerships are as diverse as the public we serve. We oversee projects ranging from small, donor-directed funds to Raise the Region, our area’s largest and most celebrated charitable event. And the initiatives we sustain support causes from scholarships and fine arts to healthcare and food security.
We’re determined to broaden our reach and deepen our impact in the counties we serve. We’re committed to driving positive social change for another hundred years—and ensuring everyone who shares our vision can get involved.
Mission
To improve quality of life in north central Pennsylvania through community leadership, the promotion of philanthropy, the strengthening of nonprofit impact and the perpetual stewardship of charitable assets
Vision
To create powerful communities through passionate giving.
Century Fund for Strong Neighborhoods Competitive Grant Program
The Century Fund was established in 2016 as a result of a development campaign to celebrate FCFP’s 100th birthday.
This Fund will support civic, economic development, recreational, and youth grant initiatives for the residents of Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union County. It will celebrate neighborhoods, showcase our environmental treasures, and guide our youth toward a positive future.
Dan Daly Opportunity Fund
CCCF is proud to offer funding for High School wrestling programs in the State of Colorado through generous funding through the Dan Daly Opportunity Fund.
Funds Available:
$5,000 Grant available to one applicant annually.
FY26 McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance
The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) will issue a Request for Applications for the fiscal year 2027 (FY27) McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Grant Program (MKV) for eligible Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) in the District of Columbia. Authorized under Title VII-B of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, Section 726, as amended, the purpose of this grant is to facilitate the enrollment, attendance, and success in school of homeless children and youth.
Length of Award:
The grant award period will be from October 1, 2026, or the date of the award if awards are made after this date, through September 30, 2027. LEAs must commit to obligate all grant funds awarded under this competition (RFA# GD0-MKV-FY2027) by September 30, 2027. Awards may be continued for a maximum of one additional year. Continuation awards are based on availability of funds; recipient’s implementation and/or operation of the program as submitted in the application; recipient’s demonstration that substantial progress has been made toward meeting the objectives set forth in the approved application, based on ongoing monitoring and review of the recipient’s reports; compliance with District and federal laws, regulations, and guidance; and appropriate expenditure of funds throughout each grant award period. All awards will be reviewed annually for consideration of continued funding.
Available Funding for Award:
A total of at least Three Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($300,000.00) in grant funds are available for award. District of Columbia LEAs shall use the funds to address the educational and related needs of homeless children and youth in DC. LEAs, with or without this funding, must ensure that children and youth experiencing homelessness have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education, including public preschool education, as provided to other children and youth. OSSE anticipates awarding 3-6 subgrants based on the highest-ranking applications. Grant funds shall only be used to support activities authorized by relevant statutes and regulations and that are included in the applicant’s submission.
LIFT Fund of Weld County Grant
The LIFT Fund was created to shift the narrative around Latino philanthropy in Weld County and Northern Colorado and to build a legacy of impact in the community. Latinos have long been leaders, organizers, and changemakers in Northern Colorado, often working behind the scenes to make a difference. This fund brings that collective investment into the light by providing mini-grants to local nonprofits advancing initiatives in:
Grant Amount:
The LIFT Fund of Weld County will, in particular, look for:
Navigant Credit Union
Navigant Credit Union is the longest-operating, member-owned credit union in Rhode Island. Since its founding in 1915, Navigant Credit Union has been dedicated to providing its members with unparalleled financial products and services, while working every day to stay committed to the financial well-being of the families, businesses and communities we serve.
Navigant Credit Union Charitable Foundation Grant
For over a century, Navigant Credit Union has been committed to making a meaningful difference in the community. In 2017, we established the Navigant Credit Union Charitable Foundation to further amplify our impact in five strategic areas:
Committed to Local
For 150 years, Univest has cultivated a philanthropic spirit and the strength of our Committed To Local giving program is one of the things that differentiates us. We know that Univest is only as strong as the communities we serve. Over the course of the year, we remained steadfast to our commitment to giving back.
Commitment To Community
To better serve the communities where we live and work, we offer strong leadership, employee volunteerism, and financial support to organizations whose programs and services complement our brand and mission.
Philanthropic Giving
Whether it's serving longtime partnerships or building new relationships with registered 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) nonprofit organizations, we focus our giving, event sponsorships, and funding in the following areas:
Event Sponsorships
Support is intended for Univest customers. You're in the right place if you're seeking support for an event sponsorship.
Otsego Community Foundation
The Otsego Community Foundation (OCF) is a nonprofit organization created by and for the people of our community. We help meet critical local needs by collaborating with donors and nonprofits serving Otsego county, managing permanent funds, and awarding purposeful grants. We magnify your generosity and impact and ensure that charitable funds are directed where they matter most. Our services cover the entire county and all fields of interest including Arts and Culture, Conservation, Community and Economic Development, Health and Human Services, Education and Youth Initiatives.
Ultimately, our efforts help fill forests with trees, minds with knowledge, youth with dreams, workforce with skills, society with art & culture, pantries with food, communities with connections, and hearts with that joyful feeling of making a difference.
Adapt Grants
Adapt Grants are designed to fund projects that are small in scale, meet an unanticipated need, explore new opportunities, sponsor an event, and grow capacity. These grants are meant to be flexible and support you in adapting to changing needs, so whether you’re dreaming up a new project that could use seed or matching support, or are tackling a challenge that popped up suddenly, we want to support you in executing your day-to-day mission. Compared to the Community Grant Program “big rocks”, we consider these to be “pebble” projects. Both are important for advancing one’s mission. You can apply for both an Adapt Grant and the Community Grant Program in the same year.
For 2025-2027 the OCF has identified three high impact partners areas to proactively support the community:
Proposals that align with these areas will be strongly considered.
Latinos Investing in the Future Together (LIFT): for nonprofits serving Northern Colorado Grant
The LIFT Fund was created to shift the narrative around Latino philanthropy in Weld County and Northern Colorado and to build a legacy of impact in the community. Latinos have long been leaders, organizers, and changemakers in Northern Colorado, often working behind the scenes to make a difference. This fund brings that collective investment into the light by providing mini-grants to local nonprofits advancing initiatives in:
Grant Amount:
The LIFT Fund of Weld County will, in particular, look for:
Ohio Department of Health
The Ohio Department of Health’s mission is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans by transforming the state’s public health system through unique partnerships and funding streams; addressing the community conditions and inequities that lead to disparities in health outcomes; and implementing data-driven, evidence-based solutions.
YS27 Youth Suicide Prevention Continuation Solicitation
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH), Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness, Violence and Injury Prevention Section, announces the availability of grant funds.
Policy and Procedures
The Continuation Funding Application consists of three parts: Program Updates(if applicable), Program Budget and Budget Narrative, and Other Required Attachments.
Number of Grants and Funds Available
The federal Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Grant supports this grant. Up to six (6) grants may be awarded for a total of $532,200. Only funded applicants in year 3 (YS26) will be eligible to apply. This funding is for year 4 of this grant project, which will run Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026 - Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2027. The entire project period is Friday, March 1, 2024 - Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2027. If the Ohio Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is not funded in the federal fiscal budget, ODH may be unable to fund the YS27 youth suicide prevention subrecipients. The funding for year 4 will be up to $76,300, with the option for up to two applicants to apply for Supplemental #1 to lead the state’s Youth Suicide Prevention coalition for $7,500 each, and all applicants to apply for Supplemental #2 funding to support local Suicide Fatality Review committees for up to $10,000 each.
Ohio Department of Health
The Ohio Department of Health’s mission is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans by transforming the state’s public health system through unique partnerships and funding streams; addressing the community conditions and inequities that lead to disparities in health outcomes; and implementing data-driven, evidence-based solutions.
AH27 Adolescent Health Resiliency Competitive Solicitation
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Bureau of Maternal, Child, and Family Health announce the availability of funds for the Adolescent Health Resiliency (AH) grant. The Adolescent Health Resiliency and Youth Engagement Initiative seek to strengthen youth resilience and promote trauma-informed communities by building the capacity of adults who work with youth while elevating youth voices in community health planning. This project will expand the existing Adolescent Health Resiliency (AH) train-the-trainer model by equipping youth-serving adults with trauma-informed care knowledge and skills to become trusted adults for adolescents.
In addition, the project will establish youth Engagement Groups (YEGs) that empower youth to actively participate in community decision-making processes. Through collaboration with local health departments and community partners, youth perspectives will be incorporated into Community health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plans (CHIP). The initiative will foster meaningful youth participation, strengthen protective factors for adolescents, and promote community health improvements.
The grant program will fund up to 11 local community agencies or health departments to implement community-based grants.
Priority will be given to local health departments.
Service Area: Applicants must apply for funds to cover a minimum of one county in the state of Ohio. Counties with smaller population sizes may combine efforts to create an application for two or more counties.
Northern Trust
Guided by our founding principles of service, expertise and integrity, we are passionate experts from around the globe who turn ideas into action to help the world’s most successful individuals, families and institutions achieve their goals.
Since 1889, when our founder Byron Smith built Northern Trust on our enduring principles, we have shown time and again that we exist to serve not only clients, but also the community at large.
Corporate social responsibility and philanthropy are essential elements of our mission and culture. Driven by our strategic focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, community engagement and environmental sustainability, we strive to be socially accountable – to ourselves, our stakeholders and the public.
The Northern Trust Foundation Grants
Increasing access to essential human needs will broaden opportunities for Chicago's young people and support them in fulfilling their potential and achieving long-term financial success. The Northern Trust Foundation is focusing its funding on communities in Chicago's South and West Sides by providing general operating support and program grants that specifically target youth ages 16-24.
Funding Priorities & Objectives
Northern Trust prioritizes the following areas to help low-income youth ages 16-24 on Chicago’s South and West sides.
Food Security: Youth who experience food insecurity are more likely to struggle in school and face both mental and physical health challenges. We prioritize funding for programs that:
Affordable Housing: Stable housing can serve as the foundation for a secure future. We prioritize funding to organizations assisting people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with access to safe and permanent housing through programs that:
Educational Excellence: Low-income youth attend and complete college at a much lower rate than their peers. We prioritize funding for programs that support students “to and through” college (including trade schools) and specifically focus on removing barriers for low-income youth that:
Accessible Healthcare: The transition from child to adult healthcare is a greater challenge for low-income individuals. We prioritize funding to hospitals, healthcare centers and community organizations providing physical or mental healthcare that:
GWCF: Esler Family Foundation Inspiring Generosity Match Fund
The Esler family, founders of the Esler Family Foundation, have committed $1 million over two years to the Inspiring Generosity Match Fund, which will be hosted at the community foundation as a donor advised fund.
The Inspiring Generosity Match Fund was developed to provide general operating, program, project, or capital project support to nonprofits doing critical work in Worcester County while also providing an incentive to organizations and donors to double their impact with a dollar-for-dollar match. The Esler family believes that matching grants help organizations reach their goals faster, create opportunities to build new relationships, and create a broader and more sustainable community of support.
Areas of Support
Mental Health
We support organizations working to increase access to support and reduce stigma, prioritizing organizations that:
Reduce barriers to mental health care
Provide programs and services to improve mental health for underserved communities
Evaluate the effectiveness of program models in reducing depression and anxiety, and driving broader well-being outcomes
Youth Opportunity
We invest in organizations working to build equitable and dynamic futures for young people (up to 24 years old), prioritizing organizations that:
Economic Mobility
We support organizations focused on helping individuals and families to build livelihoods, improve their quality of life, and contribute to a vibrant economy, prioritizing organizations that:
Scope & Selection Criteria
Match Requirement
Grantees will receive 50% of the grant up front. The remaining portion of funds raised will be disbursed at the end of the grant period.
Grantees will have until 12/31/2026 to raise their match. Funds raised in the 2026 calendar year can count towards the match requirement.
Through grantmaking, partnerships, financial and philanthropic services we are the North Valley's hub for social change. We help individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits maximize their impact on the local and global community.
Youth Action Project: Mini-Grant Program
NVCF’s Youth Advisory Council is excited to announce our Youth Action Project Mini-Grant Program, designed to support grassroots efforts that promote youth mental health, wellness and social connectedness in Butte County.
We believe in empowering local groups and community members to create positive change for young people.
Allowable Expenditures
Grant funds may be used for:
Empowering Monroe County Nonprofits
At the Community Foundation of Monroe County, we partner with organizations that drive meaningful change. From health and education to the environment, we provide the resources to help our local nonprofits thrive.
Monroe Health Endowment
The Community Foundation of Monroe County (CFMC) is seeking implementation-focused proposals for projects that directly advance Monroe County’s Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). We are investing in collaborative, community-driven solutions that produce measurable health outcomes for our residents.
United Way of Whitman County’s Community Grant
The United Way of Whitman County’s Community Grant program supports non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations whose services are designed to improve the health access, youth opportunity, and finacial security of Whitman County residents.
We welcome applications from all organizations that meet these criteria.
Awards this year can provide up to $3,000 per agency.
Nebraska Crime Commission
The Governor's Crime Control Commission was created in 1967 by Executive Order. The name was later changed to the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice with legislation enacted in 1969 to establish the Crime Commission as an agency of state government.
The Crime Commission was established to develop comprehensive plans and coordinate activities related to the improvement of criminal justice administration among state and local agencies. Since its inception, additional statutory responsibilities have been assigned to the Crime Commission, which now serves as an umbrella agency for many criminal and juvenile justice programs. The majority of the Crime Commission's responsibilities are set forth in Nebraska Revised Statutes 81-1415 to 81-1429.02.
Juvenile Services Commission Grant Program (JS): Truancy Prevention and Intervention Only
Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute §43-2406, the Nebraska Crime Commission shall award Juvenile Services Commission Grant Program (Juvenile Services) grants on a competitive basis to eligible applicants based upon criteria determined by the Commission. Grants provided under the Commission Grant Program may be used for developing programs under the Juvenile Services Act (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 43-2401 to 43-2412). At this time, Juvenile services grant funds under this opportunity will be targeted only to programs addressing truancy within their community.
All programs funded through Juvenile Services Commission Grant Program that serve youth shall report individual-level data through the Juvenile Case Management System (JCMS).
Funding Purpose
Funds received through the Juvenile Services Grant Program shall be used exclusively to assist the recipient in the implementation and operation of programs or the provision of for truancy prevention and intervention (Kindergarten – Twelfth Grade). These programs are defined as programs aimed at steering youth with excessive absences in an effort to prevent system involvement.
Programs or services not developed for the purpose of serving the above-described population of youth are not eligible for funding under this grant opportunity, regardless of if previously funded. Applications not clearly identifying the population of youth served by the proposed program and how they meet the funding requirement will not be awarded funding.
Grants for youth programs provide funding to support education, recreation, and mentorship initiatives that empower young people. The following grants help nonprofits address critical needs, foster personal growth, and promote positive outcomes for children and teens.
Discover 500+ funding opportunities for youth programs, with $126M available. Instrumentl connects nonprofits with funding sources, offering grant-matching tools, deadline alerts, and funder research to strengthen programs for young people.
How common are grants in this category?
Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for grants for Youth Programs?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
Nonprofits eligible for youth program grants include youth-focused organizations, after-school programs, mentoring initiatives, and educational institutions dedicated to youth development. These grants aim to empower young people, foster resilience, and support positive outcomes for children in need. Many funders prioritize programs that offer leadership training, academic support, and recreational activities.
Grants for youth programs typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q1, with 27.2% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q4.
Grants for youth-focused programs support initiatives in mentorship, career readiness, mental health, sports and recreation, and educational enrichment. These grants help nonprofits address critical needs, foster personal growth, and promote positive outcomes for children and teens. Funders aim to create safe, engaging environments where young people can develop academically, socially, and emotionally.
Funding for youth program grants varies widely, with award amounts ranging from a minimum of $200 to a maximum of $28,475,000. Based on Instrumentl’s data, the median grant amount for this category is $13,750, while the average grant awarded is $472,069. Understanding these funding trends can help nonprofits set realistic expectations when applying.
The $89.9 million in available funding for youth-focused programs comes from federal organizations such as the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the Afterschool Alliance, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and many local community foundations dedicated to supporting youth initiatives.
To improve their success rate, organizations seeking grants for youth-focused programs should collaborate with schools and local organizations to strengthen their applications. Additionally, they should consider incorporating the following elements in their proposals:
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