Grant Supporting Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention in Vermont (USA)
GrantID: 74656
Grant Funding Amount Low: $2,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,000
Summary
Supportive funding to community-serving organizations focused on preventing challenges like truancy, substance misuse, and youth-related problems before they arise. Two main funding options are available: a one-year pilot-style award up to $12,000, ideal for exploring new ideas, and a multi-year opportunity starting at $15,000 in the first year, with potential follow-on support in subsequent years that decreases gradually as programs establish sustainability.
These program grants aim to spark fresh, locally developed initiatives that strengthen family and youth resilience, foster emotional and social well-being, and promote equity. Priority is given to projects that enhance family functioning, build protective factors such as youth and parental resilience or social connection, and help all children thrive across Vermont.
Eligible applicants are nonprofit groups, schools, or local public entities—with a note that individuals and for-profit organizations are not considered. Proposals must be voluntary, community-based, and inclusive; efforts that rely on authority-driven participation or single-targeted groups may not qualify. Importantly, construction projects are not funded under these program grants.
In addition to these program grants, there is a separate equipment funding stream with smaller awards—typically under $2,000—distributed quarterly or in emergencies. These are meant for tangible, transferable items that support prevention-focused work. Applications are accepted throughout the year, with quarterly deadlines and prompt awards.
Together, these opportunities offer meaningful seed and growth support to grassroots organizations across Vermont aiming to build community-rooted prevention programs. If your group is exploring innovative, equity-centered ways to support Vermont’s children and families, these flexible funding paths could help bring ideas to life.
Organizations and individuals based in Vermont who are engaged in Literacy & Libraries may be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. To discover more grants that align with your mission and objectives, visit The Grant Portal and explore listings using the Search Grant tool.
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