The City of Asheville is currently accepting applications from qualified organizations working to eliminate the opportunity gap in Asheville for school-age youth from low- to moderate-income households
Donor Name: City of Asheville
State: North Carolina
City: Asheville
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/31/2023
Size of the Grant: $35,000 – $100,000
Details:
Purpose
Strategic Partnership Grant Program funding is intended to support program outcomes of nonprofit organizations that are in alignment with Asheville City Council’s 2036 Vision of an equitable and diverse community by eliminating the opportunity gap in their school system and increasing access to quality schools and other educational resources and by fostering economic mobility.
Funding Information
Applicants are encouraged to request between $35,000 and $100,000. Applications requesting less than $35,000 may not be considered.
Eligible Projects
- Applicants will be asked to specify the focus area and category that best fits their project.
- Providing access to educational opportunities
- Examples include: Tutoring, literacy, language, STEAM activities, computer skills, etc.
- Building networks and readiness for success
- Examples include: Internships, apprenticeships, mentorships, field trips, cultural events, financial literacy skills, etc.
- Providing access to support services and resources
- Examples include: Access to mental health services, health services, college prep assistance, food security, device provision or equipment loan programs (like tablets or computers), internet connectivity support or activities, etc.
- Providing access to educational opportunities
- Funded projects must align with the focus of the Strategic Partnership Grant program of eliminating the opportunity gap in Asheville for school-age youth from low- to moderate-income households. This focus area is in alignment with Asheville City Council’s 2036 Vision of an equitable and diverse community and a thriving local economy by eliminating disparities in their school system, increasing access to quality schools and other educational resources, and fostering economic mobility.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be nonprofit organizations, classified as tax exempt by the Internal Revenue Service, in active operation as an incorporated nonprofit for a minimum of two (2) years.
- Organizations must provide services to close the opportunity gap in Asheville, however attendance at Asheville City Schools is not a requirement.
For more information, visit City of Asheville.
