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Quote from Carol Grayshaw on November 22, 2022, 4:55 pmUse this topic to share grant and fundraising opportunities.
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Quote from Carol Grayshaw on January 2, 2024, 9:23 amEPA Community Change Grants Now Open
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting applications for the new Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants Program.
Approximately $2 billion is available to benefit disadvantaged communities through projects that reduce pollution, increase community climate resilience, and build community capacity to address environmental and climate justice challenges.
Eligible applicants are partnerships between two community-based non-profit organizations, and partnerships between such organizations and local governments or higher education institutions.
Grants will be awarded on a rolling basis through November 21, 2024. Interested applicants can apply using the Grants.gov website.
EPA Community Change Grants Now Open
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting applications for the new Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants Program.
Approximately $2 billion is available to benefit disadvantaged communities through projects that reduce pollution, increase community climate resilience, and build community capacity to address environmental and climate justice challenges.
Eligible applicants are partnerships between two community-based non-profit organizations, and partnerships between such organizations and local governments or higher education institutions.
Grants will be awarded on a rolling basis through November 21, 2024. Interested applicants can apply using the Grants.gov website.
Quote from Carol Grayshaw on February 29, 2024, 9:22 amGrant Writing Classes Available through National Grant Foundation
The sole Mission of the National Grant Foundation is to educate individuals and organizations in the skills and best practices needed to successfully find – and apply for – attainable grants for themselves and their organizations. We offer many different Classes in Grant Writing, Fundraising and Non-Profits, as well as General Interest Classes in Excel, WordPress, QuickBooks, Social Media Marketing, PowerPoint, and Email Marketing.
Available Classes:
- Grant Writing
- How to Find and Apply for Grants
- Understanding Grants
- How to Become a Grant Writer
- And more!
Visit Grant-Foundation.org for more information.
Grant Writing Classes Available through National Grant Foundation
The sole Mission of the National Grant Foundation is to educate individuals and organizations in the skills and best practices needed to successfully find – and apply for – attainable grants for themselves and their organizations. We offer many different Classes in Grant Writing, Fundraising and Non-Profits, as well as General Interest Classes in Excel, WordPress, QuickBooks, Social Media Marketing, PowerPoint, and Email Marketing.
Available Classes:
- Grant Writing
- How to Find and Apply for Grants
- Understanding Grants
- How to Become a Grant Writer
- And more!
Visit Grant-Foundation.org for more information.
Quote from Carol Grayshaw on April 11, 2024, 4:23 pmNew Guide to Obtaining Federal Funding for ADA-Compliant Pedestrian Facilities Released by Polara Industries
There are billions of dollars in federal transportation funding each year, but can any of them pay for Pedestrian Accessibility Improvements in your town? What you need to know gas been distilled into this helpful guide - an overview of the 13 federal funding programs that pay for pedestrian accessibility infrastructure - with links and guidance for applicants. DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE.
New Guide to Obtaining Federal Funding for ADA-Compliant Pedestrian Facilities Released by Polara Industries
There are billions of dollars in federal transportation funding each year, but can any of them pay for Pedestrian Accessibility Improvements in your town? What you need to know gas been distilled into this helpful guide - an overview of the 13 federal funding programs that pay for pedestrian accessibility infrastructure - with links and guidance for applicants. DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE.
Quote from Carol Grayshaw on April 12, 2024, 12:44 pmRiver Network Releases Federal Funding Toolbox for Critical Water Projects
While we know that implementation of critical water projects and policies ultimately comes down to the local level, federal funding is an important resource, providing communities and cities with the dollars they need to carry out this important work. Historic federal funding made available via the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will help meet this need. However, improving and ensuring long-term access to these funding streams by communities that are most in need is essential. ACCESS THE TOOLBOX.
River Network Releases Federal Funding Toolbox for Critical Water Projects
While we know that implementation of critical water projects and policies ultimately comes down to the local level, federal funding is an important resource, providing communities and cities with the dollars they need to carry out this important work. Historic federal funding made available via the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will help meet this need. However, improving and ensuring long-term access to these funding streams by communities that are most in need is essential. ACCESS THE TOOLBOX.
Quote from Carol Grayshaw on April 24, 2024, 2:35 pmAmericaWalks Review of Federal Programs (shared by PA Downtown Center)
Back in March AmericaWalks hosted presenters from the Safe Routes Partnership, the League of American Bicyclists, and Smart Growth America for a webinar on federal funding options for safer streets. They focused on Safe Routes to School (SRTS), Transportation Alternatives (TAP/TASA), and the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Programs and provided good summaries of all the options (though it's important to remember that there are some variations from state to state in the way SRTS/TAP funding is deployed). AmericaWalks has assembled all the material nicely in one spot where you can read the blog post, view the webinar video recording, and check out each presenters' slides.
AmericaWalks Review of Federal Programs (shared by PA Downtown Center)
Back in March AmericaWalks hosted presenters from the Safe Routes Partnership, the League of American Bicyclists, and Smart Growth America for a webinar on federal funding options for safer streets. They focused on Safe Routes to School (SRTS), Transportation Alternatives (TAP/TASA), and the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Programs and provided good summaries of all the options (though it's important to remember that there are some variations from state to state in the way SRTS/TAP funding is deployed). AmericaWalks has assembled all the material nicely in one spot where you can read the blog post, view the webinar video recording, and check out each presenters' slides.
Quote from Carol Grayshaw on May 15, 2024, 8:18 amU.S. Department of Transportation releases DOT Navigator Tool
The DOT Navigator is a resource to help communities understand how to apply for grants, and plan for and deliver transformative infrastructure projects and services. The site will evolve over time. Its pages provide general information to develop grant applications and understand frequently required documents, contacts to DOT regional and field offices, and a searchable menu of technical assistance resources available to help new and repeat grantees to realize their communities’ vision for moving goods and people safely, efficiently, sustainable, and equitably.
Here you can:
- Find Federal Grant Opportunities
- Access Grant Application Resources
- Access Data and Mapping Tools
- Search Technical Assistance Resources
- And More!
Contact U.S. Department of Transportation: [email protected]
U.S. Department of Transportation releases DOT Navigator Tool
The DOT Navigator is a resource to help communities understand how to apply for grants, and plan for and deliver transformative infrastructure projects and services. The site will evolve over time. Its pages provide general information to develop grant applications and understand frequently required documents, contacts to DOT regional and field offices, and a searchable menu of technical assistance resources available to help new and repeat grantees to realize their communities’ vision for moving goods and people safely, efficiently, sustainable, and equitably.
Here you can:
- Find Federal Grant Opportunities
- Access Grant Application Resources
- Access Data and Mapping Tools
- Search Technical Assistance Resources
- And More!
Contact U.S. Department of Transportation: [email protected]
Quote from Carol Grayshaw on May 29, 2024, 8:14 amUSDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program (SS4A)
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. Over $3 billion is still available for future funding rounds.
The fiscal year (FY) 2024 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Safe Streets and Roads for All program is accepting applications for Planning and Demonstration Grants through 5 p.m. (EDT) August 29, 2024.
USDOT Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program (SS4A)
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. Over $3 billion is still available for future funding rounds.
The fiscal year (FY) 2024 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Safe Streets and Roads for All program is accepting applications for Planning and Demonstration Grants through 5 p.m. (EDT) August 29, 2024.
Quote from Carol Grayshaw on June 12, 2024, 10:41 amNational Endowment for the Arts Ourt Town Grants
Deadline: August 1, 2024. Our Town is the NEA’s creative placemaking grants program. Through project-based funding, the program supports activities that integrate arts, culture, and design into local efforts that strengthen communities over the long term. Our Town projects engage a wide range of local stakeholders in efforts to advance local economic, physical, and/or social outcomes in communities. Competitive projects are responsive to unique local conditions, develop meaningful and substantive engagement in communities, center equity, advance artful lives, and lay the groundwork for long-term systems change. MORE INFORMATION.
The Federal Grant process can be complicated and time consuming. Check out the following resources for assistance:
National Endowment for the Arts Ourt Town Grants
Deadline: August 1, 2024. Our Town is the NEA’s creative placemaking grants program. Through project-based funding, the program supports activities that integrate arts, culture, and design into local efforts that strengthen communities over the long term. Our Town projects engage a wide range of local stakeholders in efforts to advance local economic, physical, and/or social outcomes in communities. Competitive projects are responsive to unique local conditions, develop meaningful and substantive engagement in communities, center equity, advance artful lives, and lay the groundwork for long-term systems change. MORE INFORMATION.
The Federal Grant process can be complicated and time consuming. Check out the following resources for assistance:
Quote from Carol Grayshaw on July 10, 2024, 2:48 pmReconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Program FY24 NOFO Now Live Through US Department of Transportation
The Office of the Secretary of Transportation (OST) has released an FY24 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) program. This is a continuation of two previous rounds of RCP Funding in FY22 and FY23. The RCP Program focuses on improving access to daily needs such as jobs, education, healthcare, food, nature, and recreation, and foster equitable development and restoration, and provide technical assistance to further these goals.
Funding for this fiscal year is a combined allocation of FY 2024, 2025, and 2026. Up to $607 million is available for planning, capital construction, and technical assistance. The funding will be implemented as appropriate and consistent with the priorities in Executive Order 14052.
Deadline to Apply: September 30, 2024
Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Program FY24 NOFO Now Live Through US Department of Transportation
The Office of the Secretary of Transportation (OST) has released an FY24 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) program. This is a continuation of two previous rounds of RCP Funding in FY22 and FY23. The RCP Program focuses on improving access to daily needs such as jobs, education, healthcare, food, nature, and recreation, and foster equitable development and restoration, and provide technical assistance to further these goals.
Funding for this fiscal year is a combined allocation of FY 2024, 2025, and 2026. Up to $607 million is available for planning, capital construction, and technical assistance. The funding will be implemented as appropriate and consistent with the priorities in Executive Order 14052.
Deadline to Apply: September 30, 2024