Vermont Cares: Grants for Addressing Immediate Community Needs in Vermont (USA)
GrantID: 74578
Grant Funding Amount Low: $5,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $5,000
Summary
This grant opportunity offers timely, one‑time funding to nonprofit organizations that serve the people of Vermont and are facing unexpected circumstances that threaten their ability to fulfill their mission. Typical awards top out at around $5,000, though smaller sums may also be granted. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and applicants generally receive a funding decision within about 20 business days of submission.
Eligible applicants include IRS‑recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, public agencies, municipalities, or community groups acting under the fiscal sponsorship of a qualifying nonprofit. Individuals and for-profit entities are not permitted to apply. The program prioritizes organizations serving basic human needs—such as social services, food access, housing, and health—or those whose work aligns with youth and family support initiatives.
Funds can be used to address short-term, unplanned needs, including emergency building repairs (e.g., heating systems, water service), replacement of essential equipment or technology when sudden failure could disrupt service, or access to unanticipated resources critical to ongoing programming. The grant can also support brief opportunities that significantly enhance the capacity of the organization’s outreach or service delivery. Proposals related to disaster response—such as storm or flood recovery—may receive special consideration, under adapted guidelines during times of crisis.
This grant is not intended to fund deferred maintenance, long-term capital campaigns, debt service, completed work, or general operating deficits. All costs supported must stem from unbudgeted emergencies or unanticipated opportunities, not routine or planned needs.
Ideal applicants are small‑to‑medium nonprofits located in Vermont, especially those serving low‑income individuals, families, or youth, and those offering health, housing, or basic social services. This fund offers a responsive source of support that can help sustain essential programming through unexpected disruptions or strategic moments of opportunity.
Those working in Income Security & Social Services and located in Vermont may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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