Grants for Expanding Opportunities for Low-Income Youth and Families in Vermont (USA)
GrantID: 74587
Grant Funding Amount Low: $500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $5,000
Summary
This grant opportunity offers short‑term funding designed to support charitable initiatives in Vermont. It is available to nonprofit organizations recognized under IRS 501(c)(3), public agencies, municipalities, or projects sponsored by a qualified nonprofit fiscal sponsor. Small businesses or individuals cannot apply directly.
Funding is available in modest tiers, typically ranging from $500 up to $5,000, with larger sustaining awards (up to the $5,000 ceiling) available for projects that span six to twelve months. The program prioritizes proposals that leverage additional resources or pilot new ideas with meaningful potential impact.
The grant strongly favors programs centered around increasing opportunities for low‑income youth and families, enhancing connections to the natural environment, advancing sustainability or climate‑smart practices, strengthening food security and local agriculture, fostering community engagement, and improving health and wellness for children and families across the region.
The funding may support program delivery, general operating costs, community engagement initiatives, equipment or infrastructure associated with eligible activities, or strategic capacity‑building—so long as expenses are reasonably tied to the goals above. There is no formal matching requirement.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and decisions are made continuously throughout the year. Funds are typically awarded within one year of application and are intended to catalyze or sustain community‑based work that aligns with the fund’s focus areas.
This opportunity is ideal for small nonprofits or public entities in that part of Vermont wanting to launch or scale modest community initiatives that engage families, promote environmental stewardship, or enhance equitable access to services. Although modest in size, the grants are designed to spark ideas and deepen impact in local communities.
Those working in Non-Profit Support 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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