The DC Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement has as its mission to build partnerships and implement strategies that reduce gun-related violence in the District.
Donor Name: Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement
State: District of Columbia
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 11/18/2024
Size of the Grant: More than $1 million
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
To fulfill the mission, the ONSE Violence Intervention Division (VI) seeks applications for funding under Empowering Communities Through Innovative Violence Intervention (EC) grant. This investment offers an opportunity to address violence intervention by establishing relationships with people and communities at the center of gun violence. The EC grant will fund organizations that will work together to reduce gun violence in Washington, D.C. by implementing anti-violence strategies that provide intervention and prevention support while strengthening local partnerships among community members and stakeholders. Interact with residents and community members by providing Violence Intervention Specialists, ceasefire and mediation support, adult life coaching, and mentorship. During this period, the grantees will execute deliverables and requirements listed in the RFA. Applicants who are currently implementing strategies may use funding to expand or enhance existing services.
This funding is targeted for individuals between the ages of 18 – 35 and who are at the highest risk of violence and are often resistant and/or not eligible to be served with other services.
Funding Information
ONSE anticipates awarding approximately $5 million to organizations through this RFA. The ONSE will consider applications from community-based organizations. The awards are estimates, contingent on the quality of applications received and budget availability. Award amounts may vary. The ONSE reserves the right to issue additional funding based on availability. The RFA does not commit ONSE to offer an award. ONSE may award multiple awardees. Applicant must be able to fully satisfy all of the requirements and deliverables within their organization. Funding will offer interventions that mitigate the spread of violence and address the needs of communities.
Grant Period
January 1– September 30, 2025.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants eligible to apply and receive funding under this grant must be registered to do business in the District of Columbia and be in good standing. Any public or private community-based organization can apply. For-profit organizations are eligible but may not include profit in their grant application. For-profit organizations may also participate as subcontractors to eligible organizations. Faith-based organizations are also eligible.
- Applicants must serve in the public interest and use the funding to maintain, improve, or expand their organization’s operation. Organizations must demonstrate the ability to execute the grant on the day of the award, which includes, staffing and contractors.
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