The Equity Grant Round is part of a long-term strategy focusing on the fundamental causes of systemic racism and socioeconomic inequity that impact historically marginalized populations in Herkimer and Oneida counties.
Donor Name: The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
State: New York
County: Herkimer County (NY), Oneida County (NY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/30/2024
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Nonprofit organizations serving the two counties can apply for up to $15,000 in funding for projects and programs that seek to:
- Effect policy and systems changes that address the origins of inequality and inequity; including, but not limited to, education, economic stability, housing, healthcare, food insecurity grounded in supporting and enhancing diverse communities.
Priority will be given to organizations:
- Led by persons of color
- That have strong community engagement and leadership-driven partnerships that focus on equity and have a strong track record of working together with others.
The Community Foundation’s Equity Grant Round supports the following types of projects that promote community impact, capacity building and diversity:
- Programs – support for new and innovative programs, or the expansion of proven existing programs
- Organizational Development – capacity building efforts around strategic planning, board development and succession planning
- Capital Projects – including but not limited to repairs and replacements, technology upgrades and equipment/furnishing purchases
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization, an organization with a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, or a faith-based organization seeking support for projects/programs that address non-religious needs or issues, serving diverse constituencies without regard to religious affiliation.
- Programs or projects seeking funding must begin no earlier than May and be completed within 12 months, with identifiable and measurable outcomes.
For more information, visit The Community Foundation of Herkimer.