This literacy program serves adults in the Metro Richmond area. The Fresh Start program provides transitional housing and case management to individuals experiencing homelessness in the Greater Richmond area. $45,000 to Groundswell Conservancy to build a Conservation Graduate Crew, in collaboration with Operation Fresh Start, to help overcome some of the barriers of entry into the conservation field for people of color. Nature-based programming enhances learning for students at under-resourced schools. The Teaspoons Bakery provides a life skills and employment training program for young adults with developmental disabilities. Smart Beginnings Southeast - $25,000 The Creative Workforce Innovation Initiative introduces youth and young adults to the arts (filmmaking in particular), teaching them technical skills for careers in the industry and connecting them with jobs in the field. WebCommunity Impact Grant Program is open to 501(c)(3) organizations in Burnett, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix Counties for programs impacting the health, education, and financial This Fulton-based nonprofit social services center includes a Financial Opportunities Center that provides access to financial, benefits, and job coaching. Grant funding is designed to support a broad range of community needs such as arts and culture, social and health services, education, recreation, beautification and preservation, animal welfare, the environment, and community development opportunities. WebTo learn more about ESL Community Impact and the ESL Charitable Foundation, please call us at 585.339.4411 or email us at [email protected]. Sports Backers - $25,000 Analysis and advocacy develops and champions policies and practices that positively impact the health and well-being of Virginias children and families. Forward Theater's production of "I and You" featured talented young artists Chantae Miller and Alistair Sewell. Chesterfield Education Foundation - $25,000 The Richmond Housing Outreach program provides legal representation and education to prevent eviction of low-income, elderly and disabled people at no cost. Race and income often determine who has access to sports and the hardships of the COVID-19 pandemic made these disparities worse. $100,000 to the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestrafor its capital campaign to construct a new 40,000 square foot youth music center on East Washington Avenue. Intensive home and community-based services work to achieve an equitable, resilient community where families and individuals are living a healthy, meaningful life. Communities In Schools of Petersburg - $25,000 Community Collaboration Grants provide organizations with training and technical assistance to address health inequities stemming from the social determinants of health. To be eligible, organizations must be led by the community impacted by the inequities and face high health equity needs in their community. JRA utilizes a comprehensive approach to solving systemic problems facing our waters and fosters opportunities for the community to engage with the James River. Rebuilding Together provides free home repair and modification services to low-income homeowners, including seniors unable to repair homes independently. Re-Establish Richmond - $25,000 Madison Community Foundation is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) community trust. Grant recipient: The Chicago Urban League (the League) works for economic, educational and social progress for $30,000 to CEOs of Tomorrow to provide programming directly in high-need schools, creating real-world entrepreneurial and business-management learning opportunities for students. Chicago Urban League, IL. Startup Virginia - $15,000 GRASP (Great Aspirations Scholarship Program, Inc.)- $25,000 $60,000 to Madison Childrens Museum to expand the Wonderground outdoor playground to include more complex play experiences for older children and additional accessible experiences for visitors with limited mobility.