COVID-19 Response Fund – Capacity Building Grant Cycle (United States)

Deadline: 24-Feb-21

The Main Street Community Foundation launches Phase 3 of its COVID-19 Response Fund grant program. The Foundation will be accepting applications to stabilize, build capacity and strengthen recovery efforts related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Early Grant Information for NGOs

Grant requests may include:

Technology and/or consultant services to support the delivery of virtual programming;
Equipment (laptops, cell phones, etc.) to facilitate staff working remotely and/or serving clients remotely;
PPE, supplies, and office equipment (partitions, Plexiglass shields, etc.) to adhere to safety protocols and ensure a safe office work environment for staff and clients;
Other services identified which will help organizations adapt their business models and practices in order to continue successful operations in the current climate; and/or
In certain circumstances, limited unrestricted operating support will be considered.
Funding Information

Grants are one-time and may range from $2,500-$7,500.
Eligibility Criteria

Small Grants to conserve the Forest for Sustainable Development

Joint Call for addressing Human Rights Issues and promoting Peace

Funding Call for NGO Projects that strive to make a Social Impact

Turn your Environmental Project Idea into a Reality with up to €10.000 Grants: Apply Now

Turn your Environmental Project Idea into a Reality with up to €10.000 Grants: Apply Now

USD 1 MILLION Grants for Innovative Solutions to combat Water Scarcity

Climate Fund to alleviate energy poverty in Developing Countries

This Request for Applications is open to strengthening the Economic Development Efforts

Grants for African CSOs to implement activities in SGBV, SRHR, HP, and VAWG

Small Research Grants for the improvement of education

This grant-making trust inviting Charities to help Socially Disadvantaged Groups during COVID-19

Support available for NGOs working on social innovation, inclusiveness and sustainability

Advocacy grants to strengthen the voice of communities and grassroots activists

USD $250,000 to $2 million funding available for each selected partner to address Covid-19 impact in select countries

Funding provided through capital support for community development projects

To be eligible for funding, organizations must meet the following criteria:

Capacity Building Grants will be awarded to 501(c)3 not for profit organizations and other charitable organizations able to receive tax-deductible contributions per MSCF’s discretion.
The nonprofit organization must have a main office in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, or Wolcott and be serving a significant population in those communities.
The nonprofit organization must have an existing relationship with the Foundation.
How to Apply

Organizations who meet the above criteria and wish to apply must contact Kate Kerchaert, Director of Grants & Programs, for a preliminary discussion at least 7 business days prior to the deadline.
The application will be made available to organizations that qualify after they contact the Foundation to determine eligibility. The application must be completed in the Online Grants Center by 4 P.M. on February 24, 2021.
For more information, visit https://www.mainstreetfoundation.org/apply-for-grant#COVID-19