Funding Sources for
Tangible Love Ministries
Links to funding sources are arranged by category. Red font indicates funders that only accept proposals from specific geographic locations. (Return to Funding Sources for Tangible Love Ministries introduction.)
Categories
Peace and Social Justice
http://www.mott.org/about/programs.aspx The Charles Mott Foundation has four priority programs - Civil Society, Environment, Flint Area, and Pathways Out of Poverty. The Pathways Out of Poverty Mission: To identify, test and help sustain pathways out of poverty for low-income people and communities. This includes improving school readiness and performance, expanding economic opportunity, and strengthening and sustaining low-income community organizational structure. In addition to the four programs, there is an Exploratory and Special Projects (XSP) fund.
http://www.fordfound.org/grants The Ford Foundation is a resource for innovative people and institutions worldwide. Three broad programs areas of focus are: Asset Building and Community Development, Peace and Social Justice, and Knowledge, Creativity, and Freedom. See http://www.fordfound.org/programs/psj for more information.
http://staff.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/2sgalpha.htm Michigan State University Libraries' Web site offers a compilation of Web pages and books of potential interest to nonprofit organizations seeking funding opportunities related to the law or relevant social justice issues. Select "Religion and Social Change" from the left menu bar at the site, for peace and social justice funding opportunities and visit http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/2religio.htm.
http://www.soros.org/about The Open Society Institute (OSI) implements a range of initiatives to advance justice, education, public health, and independent media. At the same time, OSI builds alliances across borders and continents on issues such as corruption and freedom of information. OSI places a high priority on protecting and improving the lives of people in marginalized communities.
http://www.peacedevelopmentfund.org/ Peace Development Fund works to build the capacity of community-based organizations through grants, training, and other resources as partners in human rights and social justice movements.
http://foundation.verizon.com/index.shtml Verizon Foundation helps fund programs for people in the areas of education, literacy, domestic violence prevention, health and accessibility, and Internet safety.
http://www.wheatridge.org Wheat Ridge Ministries (originally called the Wheat Ridge Foundation) is an independent Lutheran charitable organization that provides support for helping congregations and agencies work together to build healthy communities that promote peace, respect and harmony among people. Working with a Lutheran congregation or agency is a necessary bonus.
Restorative Justice, Reentry Services, and Mediation
http://www.soros.org/crime/CJI-Guidelines.htm The Criminal Justice Initiative (CJI) embodies the ongoing commitment of the Open Society Institute’s U.S. Programs to national criminal justice reform. CJI’s mission is to reduce excessive incarceration and its consequences; to promote fair and equal treatment in all phases of the U.S. criminal justice system; to redirect public focus and resources away from punishment towards long-term investment in individuals and communities; and to encourage the successful reentry and reintegration of former prisoners through policies that foster public safety, respect human and civil rights, and promote responsible citizenship.
http://www.jamsadr.com/jamsfoundation/xpqGC.aspx?xpST=JAMSFoundation JAMS Foundation offers financial assistance for conflict resolution initiatives with national or international impact. The Foundation’s mission is to encourage the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), support education at all levels about collaborative processes for resolving differences, promote innovation in conflict resolution, and advance the settlement of conflict worldwide.
http://staff.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/2sgalpha.htm Michigan State University Libraries' Web site offers a compilation of web pages and books of potential interest to nonprofit organizations seeking funding opportunities related to the law.
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/about/about.htm Office of Justice Programs (OJP) provides innovative leadership to federal, state, local, and tribal justice systems, by disseminating state-of-the art knowledge and practices across America, and providing grants for the implementation of these crime fighting strategies.
http://www.publicwelfare.org/ The Public Welfare Foundation supports efforts to ensure fundamental rights and opportunities for people in need. Grants areas of focus are criminal and juvenile justice, health reform, and worker’s rights.
http://www.reentry.net/ny/grants/ Reentry Resource Center – New York Grants Clearinghouse is a joint project of Reentry Net, the NYC Discharge Planning Collaboration, and the National H.I.R.E. Network. Funding opportunities are listed from public agencies and private foundations to serve people from arrest to reintegration.
http://www.wheatridge.org/ Wheat Ridge Ministries (originally called the Wheat Ridge Foundation) is an independent Lutheran charitable organization that provides support for helping congregations and agencies work together to build healthy communities that promote peace, respect and harmony among people. Prison ministries is a part of that initiative. Working with a Lutheran congregation or agency is a necessary bonus.
Seniors, Persons with Disabilities, & Caregivers
http://www.aoa.gov/aoaroot/grants/index.aspx Administration on Aging (AoA) develops a comprehensive, coordinated and cost-effective system of home and community-based services that help elderly individuals maintain their health and independence in their homes and communities. Be sure to check state and local Area on Aging websites as well.
http://www.homeinsteadseniorcarefoundation.org/Pages/default.aspx Home Instead Senior Care Foundation This private foundation funds non-profit organizations that are actively changing the lives of seniors and their communities everyday. Areas of grant-making interest include the following: advocacy for the health and well-being of older adults and programs that promote community inclusion for seniors, especially those facing the problem of isolation.
http://staff.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/2sgalpha.htm Michigan State University Libraries has funding and resource listings for the aged and disabled.
http://fdncenter.org/pnd/rfp/index.jhtml The Philanthropy News Digest (PND) is a service of The Foundation Center and provides up-to-date announcements on Requests for Proposals (RFPs) in the categories of: children and youth, community, disabled, education, environment, health, human services, international affairs, substance abuse, and women.
http://www.aging.unc.edu/funding/funders.html UNC Institute on Aging provides a list of major funders for aging services.
Substance Abuse
http://www.americanlegacy.org/64.aspx American Legacy Foundation grants further its goal of creating tobacco-free generations by reducing and preventing the toll tobacco takes on youth and families. They call for national and grassroots programs working together.
http://www.ondcp.gov/dfc/ Office of National Drug Control Policy’s Drug-free Communities program provides the funding necessary for communities to identify and respond to local substance use problems.
http://fdncenter.org/pnd/rfp/index.jhtml The Philanthropy News Digest (PND) is a service of The Foundation Center and provides up-to-date announcements on Requests for Proposals (RFPs) in the categories of: children and youth, community, disabled, education, environment, health, human services, international affairs, substance abuse, and women.
http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_topic_details.php?topic=Substance%20abuse Rural Assistance Center provides summaries of funding programs for substance abuse and related topics.
http://www.samhsa.gov/grants/ The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the Federal agency charged with improving the quality and availability of prevention, treatment, and rehabilitative services in order to reduce illness, death, disability, and cost to society resulting from substance abuse and mental illnesses.
Women
http://www.aauw.org/fga/fellowships_grants/community_action.cfm The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Community Action Grants provide seed money to individual women, AAUW branches, AAUW state organizations, and community-based nonprofit organizations for innovative programs or nondegree research projects that promote education and equity for women and girls. Projects must have direct public impact, be nonpartisan, and take place within the United States or its territories.
http://www.avonfoundation.org/funding-and-grants/ Avon Foundation was founded to improve the lives of women and their families. Priority is currently being given to proposals that address breast cancer or domestic violence.
:http://diningforwomen.org/Programs/grants Dining for Women is an educational dinner giving circle. Across the U.S., we "dine in" together each month, and our "dining out" dollars are sent to grassroots international programs empowering women living in extreme poverty. DFW donations fund programs that foster good health, education, and economic self-sufficiency in developing countries.
http://www.thekrogerco.com/corpnews/corpnewsinfo_charitablegiving.htm Kroger Company's Family of Stores includes The Kroger Co. Foundation, The Fred Meyer Foundation, and The Ralphs/Food 4 Less Foundation. Kroger focuses its charitable giving in several key areas: hunger relief; K-12 education; grassroots service organizations; women's health; and advancement for women and minorities.
http://www.levistrauss.com/about/foundations/levi-strauss-foundation The Levi Strauss Foundation and the company have a global presence and have identified three specific program areas where they can have the most significant impact to alleviate poverty among women and youth. These are building assets for low-income working people; preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS by addressing stigma and discrimination; and improving the working and living standards of garment workers through a global workers’ rights initiative.
http://www.mkacf.org/Pages/Home.aspx Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation is dedicated to ending women’s cancers and domestic abuse.
http://staff.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/2sgalpha.htm Michigan State University Libraries has funding and resource listings for women.
http://www.ms.foundation.org/ The Ms. Foundation has a strong record of creative and effective grantmaking, training, and public education strategies to create and improve economic opportunities for women in the United States; safeguard women’s health and safety; and help girls sustain their self-confidence and vitality.
http://www.4woman.gov/fund/ Office on Women's Health (OWH) in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the government's champion and focal point for women's health issues, and works to redress inequities in research, health care services, and education that have historically placed the health of women at risk. The Office on Women's Health coordinates women's health efforts in HHS to eliminate disparities in health status and supports culturally sensitive educational programs that encourage women to take personal responsibility for their own health and wellness.
http://www.ovc.gov/ Office of Victims of Crime is under the Office of Justice Programs of the U.S. Department of Justice. Its resources and grant opportunities are available to address such crimes as domestic and dating violence, elder abuse, victims’ assistance, and support services. Check your state department for similar resources and programs available.
http://fdncenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_women.jhtml The Philanthropy News Digest (PND) is a service of The Foundation Center and provides up-to-date announcements on Requests for Proposals (RFPs) in the categories of: children and youth, community, disabled, education, environment, health, human services, international affairs, substance abuse, and women.
http://www.saraleefoundation.org/funding/focus.cfm The Sara Lee Foundation focuses its giving on organizations dealing with women, hunger, homelessness and affordable housing, and job training primarily in the Chicago area.
http://www.thirdwavefoundation.org/grant-making Third Wave Foundation funds reproductive rights, social justice and advocacy, and organizational or scholarship resources for young women willing to move forward.
http://foundation.verizon.com/index.shtml Verizon Foundation helps fund programs for people in the areas of education, literacy, domestic violence prevention, health and accessibility, and Internet safety.
http://whofoundation.org/ The WHO Foundation: Women Helping Others®, nationally supports grass-roots charities serving the overlooked needs of women and children. Grants are provided to organizations serving women and/or children in the United States and Puerto Rico. Specific projects and programs addressing health, education and social service needs are our priority. The Foundation recognizes the value of new programs created to respond to changing needs and will consider funding projects of an original or pioneering nature within an existing organization.
http://www.womensway.org/ WOMENS WAY raises funds and mobilizes resources to support programs for more than 260,000 women and their families through 15 member and associate member agencies located in the Greater Philadelphia area. WOMENS WAY and its agencies...advocate freedom from violence, challenge discrimination, affirm reproductive freedom, foster economic self-determination, and guarantee equal opportunity.