Best Grants for Museums in New Jersey

Name of Grant Program: 

TB Prevention and Control Regional TB Specialty Clinic Services

Purpose for Which the Grant Program Funds Shall Be Used:

To provide clinical care, treatment, nurse case management and/or outreach services to TB cases and suspects, their associated contacts and Class B1/B2 immigrants and refugees for a defined group of local health jurisdictions.

The Great Companions Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of New Jersey, supports non-profit organizations that assist companion animals in New Jersey, including dogs, cats, and horses. The fund emphasizes community-driven initiatives that address inequities and serve historically underserved populations. With grant awards ranging from $1,000 to $5,000, priority is given to smaller organizations with annual budgets under $1 million, fostering innovative solutions in animal welfare.

The Pedestrian Safety, Enforcement and Education Fund Grant, administered by the New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety, allocates $250,000 annually to enhance pedestrian safety. This initiative focuses on engineering traffic signs, law enforcement compensation, and educational campaigns aimed at reducing pedestrian accidents. Municipalities and counties facing pedestrian safety challenges are prioritized for funding to implement effective solutions at critical intersections.

The New Jersey Commission on Spinal Cord Research offers the Exploratory Research Grant to support independent investigators in spinal cord research. This grant aims to facilitate innovative ideas and accelerate the development of treatments for spinal cord injuries. It provides up to $100,000 per year for two years, focusing on high-risk, high-reward projects that may lead to breakthroughs in the field. Collaborative and interdisciplinary proposals are encouraged to enhance research outcomes.

The Department awards grants from State appropriations, federal awards, and other funding sources. Since the award and appropriation of these funds do not always conform to the State Fiscal Year, the information included in this directory is based on anticipated grant awards that will begin in the period from July 1 through June 30 of each State Fiscal Year. The ability of the Department to make grant awards is expressly dependent upon the availability of funds appropriated by the State Legislature from State and/or federal revenue or such other funding sources as may be applicable.

Healthy Women Healthy Families NOFA

Maternal and infant mortality and morbidity reduction activities focusing on racial and health disparities to improve health outcomes for women and infants. Maternal child health initiatives include community health workers, postpartum doulas, and breastfeeding education and support activities. Connecting NJ specialists to provide referrals to needed resources, linkages to core programs, and education and outreach in the community to pregnant individuals and families with young children to address their needs. 

Estimated amount of money in the grant program

• $ 5,000,000

The Department awards grants from State appropriations, federal awards, and other funding sources. Since the award and appropriation of these funds do not always conform to the State Fiscal Year, the information included in this directory is based on anticipated grant awards that will begin in the period from July 1 through June 30 of each State Fiscal Year. The ability of the Department to make grant awards is expressly dependent upon the availability of funds appropriated by the State Legislature from State and/or federal revenue or such other funding sources as may be applicable.

Healthy Corner Store NOFA

To improve the likelihood that persons who are eligible for SNAP will make healthy food choices within a limited budget and choose a physically active lifestyle consistent with the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate. 

Estimated amount of money in the grant program

• $ 875,000

The Department awards grants from State appropriations, federal awards, and other funding sources. Since the award and appropriation of these funds do not always conform to the State Fiscal Year, the information included in this directory is based on anticipated grant awards that will begin in the period from July 1 through June 30 of each State Fiscal Year. The ability of the Department to make grant awards is expressly dependent upon the availability of funds appropriated by the State Legislature from State and/or federal revenue or such other funding sources as may be applicable.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Prevention NOFA

To develop regional projects to prevent alcohol and drug use before, during, and after pregnancy. To increase the number of pregnant women screened for risk of substance use/abuse and refer them to appropriate services. Provide state wide education and leadership training for CHWs, doulas and peer mentors (frontline staff) specifically related to working with vulnerable birthing people.

Estimated Amount of money in the grant program

• $ 886,400

The Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant (NJ) provides up to $12 million in funding for municipalities to address combined sewer overflows, sanitary sewer overflows, and stormwater management. Prioritization is given to financially distressed communities and projects that utilize green technology. Grants can cover up to 100% of eligible project costs, with a maximum project cap of $2 million. This initiative aims to enhance infrastructure while promoting environmental justice.

New Jersey Learning Acceleration Program: High Impact Tutoring Grant-Cohort 3

Purpose: 

The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) continues to support local education agencies’ (LEAs) efforts as they respond to student's increased academic needs and the necessity to accelerate learning through the continuation of a state-supported tutoring initiative. This has become a priority strategy, as high-impact tutoring is an effective, research-based method LEAs can use to optimize learning acceleration. In late 2023 and early 2024, $52 million was disbursed across almost 300 grantees supporting the first two rounds of a statewide tutoring initiative.

The FY26 Appropriations Act includes $7.5 million for the Department to continue to support LEAs high-impact tutoring programs through a third competitive grant opportunity. The goal of this grant opportunity is to accelerate students’ learning in math and/or ELA through the effective intervention model of high-impact tutoring. A total of $7.5 million is anticipated to be dispersed to approximately 100 LEAs through awards ranging from $20,000 to $400,000 based on LEA enrollment and student performance (see Appendix B). Eligibility is limited to LEAs whose average student proficiency on the 2024-2025 New Jersey Student Learning Assessments in grades 3-8 was less than 50% in ELA and/or mathematics.

Grant Type:

• Limited Competitive

Number of Award(s) Anticipated:

• 150

Total Amount Available:

• $7,500,000

Elevating High-Quality Work-Based Learning Grant Program

Purpose: 

The Elevating High-Quality Work-Based Learning grant supports the planning, implementation, and expansion of innovative work-based learning (WBL) practices designed to increase student engagement in high-demand career pathways. Eligible Local Education Agencies (LEAs) must propose creative strategies to expand access to high-quality WBL opportunities, whether focused on career preparation or career training.

Career preparation experiences involve sustained, interactive engagement with professionals from business and industry to deepen students’ understanding and build essential skills aligned with their chosen career pathway. Examples include internships and cooperative education.

Career training experiences represent the highest level of WBL. These are paid opportunities that provide targeted instruction and hands-on learning to develop the specific skills, knowledge, and competencies required for a particular job or occupation. Examples include pre-apprenticeships, youth apprenticeships, and clinical experiences.

Through this competitive grant, LEAs dedicated to establishing and strengthening WBL programs and partnerships rooted in meaningful stakeholder collaboration, will develop sustainable pathways that prepare students for high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand career opportunities.

This NGO is open to LEAs with grades 9-12 currently eligible to receive Perkins funding. The Career and Technical Education (CTE) program(s) of study referenced in the grant application must be currently approved and are actively serving students.

Eligible applicants may apply for awards up to $15,000, $30,000, or $50,000 based on the LEA’s combined total percentage of student participation in both career preparation and training WBL experiences as indicated in the 2024 NJSMART CTE Data submission.  Twelve (12) awards are expected to be made.

This is a single fifteen (15) month grant program.

Based on the availability of FY26 State Career Readiness and Technical Education Aid appropriations, this single project period grant program will begin April 1, 2026, and end on June 30, 2027.

The Abelard Foundation, established in 1958, supports progressive social change projects located east of the Mississippi River. With an average grant size of $12,000, they prioritize new initiatives with budgets under $350,000. The foundation emphasizes community organizing, civil rights, and empowering marginalized groups. Eligible applicants must be associated with a nonprofit organization and demonstrate a commitment to local leadership and broader policy connections. The board meets biannually to decide on approximately 15 grants per year, focusing mainly on general support.

The Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP) offers counties in New Jersey up to $75,000 to hire or designate a Shared Services Coordinator. This initiative encourages collaboration among local government entities to identify and implement shared services, enhancing efficiency in operations. As a rolling application process, interested parties are urged to apply promptly due to the program's popularity and limited funding. The grant supports the state's goal of fostering shared services across municipalities, school districts, and various authorities.

Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP)

In 2019, DLGS established the Local Assistance Bureau (LAB) to provide direct support to local government entities in a variety of ways. This includes a key collaboration with the Czars and local governments to identify and implement shared services opportunities across the state.

The Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP) is a natural extension of this mission.

The LEAP affords an unprecedented opportunity to incentivize shared services implementation across New Jersey’s local government entities, advancing the mission of the Shared Services Program. The LEAP facilitates exploring and establishing shared services. The LEAP provides counties, municipalities, school districts, commissions, authorities, and fire districts assistance for the study or implementation of promising shared services projects undertaken pursuant to the Uniform Shared Service and Consolidation Act. The program is available to all New Jersey local government entities.

Challenge Grant (NJ)

Allocates funds to the most compelling projects in potentially each of New Jersey’s twenty-one counties, affording municipalities, authorities, and counties the opportunity to compete for grant funding to support efficiency-generating shared services. This grant program is designed to promote innovation among peer communities and counties across New Jersey, and challenge municipalities and counties to collaborate on more extensive partnerships that produce shared services of greater significance than is customary.

Funding

Funding in the amount of $150,000 is available within each New Jersey County. Up to three (3) grants per county may be awarded.

The Diabetes Capacity Building Grant Program, administered by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to combat diabetes and prediabetes in high-burden communities. By funding evidence-based strategies, this initiative focuses on improving disease management and expanding access to effective interventions. The program seeks to reduce diabetes risk and address health disparities, ensuring healthier outcomes for populations most affected by diabetes across New Jersey.

New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH)

The New Jersey Department of Health leads the state’s response to public health challenges and works to improve health outcomes for all New Jersey residents. Through its three primary branches—Public Health Services, Health Systems, and Integrated Health—the Department collaborates across programs and partners to strengthen New Jersey’s health system. Guided by its mission to protect public health, promote healthy communities, and improve the quality of health care, the Department supports initiatives that advance prevention, system integration, and equitable access to health services statewide.

Early Intervention Services, Pediatric Tertiary Services Grant Program

The New Jersey Department of Health (DOH) Division of Family Health Services (FHS), Special Child Health Services (SCHS) is presenting a Request for Applications (RFA) for the provision of Pediatric Tertiary & Craniofacial Services. FHS, within the DOH, encompasses a broad range of programs and services that focus on the health and well-being of families and communities in New Jersey. The mission of FHS is to protect and promote the health of mothers, children, and adolescents while reducing health disparities by ensuring access to quality comprehensive systems of care. This is accomplished primarily through the administration of funding for a wide variety of family-centered, culturally competent programs and community initiatives.

The Emergency Department Peer Navigator Program, funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to tackle opioid-related challenges by embedding peer navigators in emergency departments in Newark, NJ. These navigators, who have lived experience with substance use, facilitate access to care and resources, thereby reducing overdose risks and unnecessary emergency department visits. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance addiction recovery services across the state.

The EMS Stakeholder Conference, funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to deliver a comprehensive educational experience for Emergency Medical Services professionals. This inclusive conference will enhance patient care and operational efficiency through targeted sessions addressing the needs of various EMS personnel. By aligning with current medical knowledge and national standards, the conference seeks to improve clinical practices and support system integration, ultimately benefiting public health in New Jersey.

The Programmatic Support - Education Pillar Award by Honda aims to enhance workforce readiness in the manufacturing sector. It supports nonprofit organizations and schools focused on hands-on programs in design, software/data analytics, and AI/machine learning. Eligible applicants must be US-based and have 501(c)(3) status. The initiative prioritizes projects that train individuals for manufacturing roles, develop technical skills, and introduce automation to prepare for evolving industry demands, ultimately fostering economic prosperity in local communities.

Action Against Hunger Grants provide essential financial support to small independent programs in New Jersey that assist women, children, and families facing food insecurity. Offered by the Womens Foundation of New Jersey, these grants typically range from $2,000 to $5,000 and are awarded each fall based on recommendations from the Food Insecurity Task Force. Interested parties can apply through the Letter of Inquiry form on the foundation's website.

Department of Law & Public Safety

Under the direction of the Attorney General, the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Law & Public Safety are dedicated to making New Jersey safe for all its residents and visitors. Its diverse and complex responsibilities focus on protecting the lives and property of New Jersey citizens. In addition to providing statewide law enforcement and emergency response services, this Department and its approximately 7,700 employees are responsible for protecting citizens’ civil and consumer rights, promoting highway traffic safety, maintaining public confidence in the alcoholic beverage, gaming and racing industries and providing legal services and counsel to other state agencies.

New Jersey Law Enforcement Wellness and Resiliency Grant

The New Jersey Law Enforcement Wellness and Resiliency Grant Program (NJLEWRG) will provide funding to New Jersey law enforcement agencies to implement wellness and resiliency initiatives designed to support the physical, mental, emotional, and financial health of officers and employees. Programs will promote officer wellness and resiliency by providing funding for initiatives, including but not limited to counseling services, wellness training and programs, physical fitness enhancements, peer support, and the development of spaces or tools that improve officer health and well-being. 

The Compassion Fund Grants, provided by the Womens Foundation of New Jersey, support agencies responding to natural disasters and community crises, such as floods, fires, and health emergencies. This funding is crucial during traumatic events, including the COVID-19 pandemic. To quickly access assistance, applicants can complete the Letter of Inquiry form on the foundation's website, ensuring timely support for urgent needs.

The Diminished Tree Species Grant Program focuses on restoring native tree species crucial for biodiversity and forest health. By funding scientific research, seed orchard development, and land preservation, the program aims to combat climate change through effective tree restoration projects. The Oak Hill Fund, a private entity, encourages project-specific applications, prioritizing organizations that meet eligibility criteria under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS. This initiative is vital for sustaining healthy ecosystems and mitigating environmental impacts.

Department of Law & Public Safety

Under the direction of the Attorney General, the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Law & Public Safety are dedicated to making New Jersey safe for all its residents and visitors. Its diverse and complex responsibilities focus on protecting the lives and property of New Jersey citizens. In addition to providing statewide law enforcement and emergency response services, this Department and its approximately 7,700 employees are responsible for protecting citizens’ civil and consumer rights, promoting highway traffic safety, maintaining public confidence in the alcoholic beverage, gaming and racing industries and providing legal services and counsel to other state agencies.

SFY26 Non-Competitive Hospital Based Violence Intervention Program

Since September 2019, Governor Murphy and the Department of Law and Public Safety have invested in the development, implementation, and sustainability of hospital-based violence intervention programs (HVIPs) across New Jersey. These programs are designed to engage victims of gun and other community based violence at the time of crisis, providing immediate support and connecting them to critical services.

This funding supports programs that connect victims of crime to services, starting in hospitals or other medical settings and continuing into the community aiming to enhance support, improve outcomes, and reduce the risk of future victimization. 

This funding is limited to recipients who received SFY25 NJHVIP Continuation Funding and who have:

• Met the program’s goals and objectives,
• Submitted all required reports on time,
• Remained in compliance with all grant conditions, and
• Satisfied any additional criteria determined by the Department of Law and Public Safety.

The Environment Pillar Award by Honda supports nonprofit organizations and schools in the U.S. focused on sustainability. Grants aim to reduce environmental impact through programs in decarbonization, clean energy, and efficient resource use. Eligible projects must align with Honda's mission and primarily benefit communities where Honda associates live and work. Organizations can apply for up to two grants, provided they meet specific eligibility criteria, including tax-exempt status under the IRS.

The Honda USA Foundation's Mobility Pillar Award aims to empower individuals with disabilities by funding programs that enhance access and mobility. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations and schools that provide therapeutic, adaptive, and comprehensive care programs, as well as mobility modifications and assistive technology. Applications are accepted from U.S.-based organizations with 501(c)(3) status or fiscal sponsors, ensuring that the joy of mobility is accessible to all.

Partners for Health Foundation offers Small Grants of up to $15,000 to promote health equity in communities. These grants support both general operating expenses and specific projects aimed at improving health outcomes. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and local government entities serving designated communities in New Jersey. The foundation prioritizes proposals that demonstrate collaboration, data-driven results, and a commitment to addressing health inequities.

Partners for Health Foundation offers General Operating and Project Grants aimed at strengthening organizations and supporting specific initiatives that promote health equity. These grants prioritize proposals that focus on improving services based on community feedback, collaboration, and data-driven outcomes. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and local government entities serving specific communities in New Jersey. By investing in these initiatives, Partners for Health aims to create thriving communities where health equity is recognized and addressed.