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
Counties:
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/31/2023
Size of the Grant: up to $10,000
Details:
Nonprofit organizations serving the two counties can apply for up to $10,000 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.
- Bring people together to accomplish what they would not be able to do individually. Support multi-sector partnerships that have strong community engagement, and leadership-driven partnerships that focus on equity and have a strong track record of working together will be prioritized.
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 in need of funding must begin no earlier than May and be completed within 12 months, with identifiable and measurable outcomes.
- Priority will be given to applications from groups, led by persons of color, that focus on racial equity and social justice issues and/or related, causal issues; and organizations engaged in efforts grounded in supporting and enhancing diverse communities.
- Programs – support for new and innovative service delivery 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
Ineligible Funding Requests
- Financial assistance, scholarships, or loans to individuals
- Funding for religious or faith-based specific programming
- Organizational payroll and operational needs
- DEI and similar educational/awareness programs
- Expenses already incurred (projects in progress or already completed)
For more information, visit Equity Grant.