The Newton County Board of Commissioners approved a $3.1 million fund to help non-profit organizations recover from the negative economic impacts of COVID-19. These programs are funded by Newton County’s allocation of the ARPA/Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds.
Donor Name: Newton County
State: Georgia
County: Newton County (GA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/28/2023
Size of the Grant: $100,000
Details:
Types of Grants
- Newton County Non-Profit Assistance Grant Programs (NCNPAGP): The NCNPAGP was established in response to the economic impacts experienced by non-profit businesses because of the COVID-19 pandemic and its lasting impacts on local non-profits. Funding for the NCNPAGP is made available by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) and will be administered by the County of Newton.
- Newton County Non-Profit Youth Engagement Grant Program (NCYEGP): The NCYEGP was established in response to the economic impacts experienced by non-profit organizations serving the youth of Newton County. Some of the most effected citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic have been the youth (5-18 years old), and we acknowledge the needs of the organizations that service this demographic. Funding for the NCYEGP is made available by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) and will be administered by the County of Newton.
- Newton County Non-Profit Food Pantry Grant Program (NCFPGP): The NCFPGP was established in response to the economic impacts experienced by non-profit organizations that provide much needed food to the citizens of Newton County. Some of the most effected citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic have been those struggling financially and with food insecurities that local non-profits have stepped up to assist. Funding for the NCFPGP is made available by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) and will be administered by the County of Newton.
How much can be Applied For?
Non-profits may be eligible for more than one program
- $100,000 (maximum) – General Nonprofit Assistance
- $50,000 (maximum)—Youth Engagement
- $30,000 (maximum)—Food Security
Eligible Expenses
- Non-Profit Assistance Grant Program
- Payroll, Mortgages, Rent, Other Operating Expenses, and Costs associated with mitigation or prevention of COVID-19 (i.e.: enhanced cleaning expenses, barrier or partitions, or COVID-19 vaccination, testing masks, hand sanitizer and other COVID-19 related expenses).
- Non-Profit Youth Engagement Grant Program
- Supplies, Youth Program Staffing Costs, Food & Beverage for youth participants, transportation, community outreach and marketing, and other related programmatic operating expenses
- Non-Profit Food Pantry Grant Program
- Food & Supplies, Food Storage, Staffing Costs, Community Outreach & Marketing, and Other related programmatic operating expenses for existing food pantries only.
Who Is Eligible?
- Nonprofits operating within Newton County may apply. The nonprofit must have been in operation on or before March 3, 2021, and still, be in operation currently.
- Must have a valid SAM number (can apply without one).
- Those in a Qualified Census Tract (QCT) will have award preference.
- Must possess the capacity to be successful with the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds.
- Must have a current and active Newton County Occupational Tax Certificate (churches are exempt)
- Must have a valid Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)
- Must be registered and in good standing with the Georgia Secretary of State.
- Must not currently be in bankruptcy.
- Must be current on all annual 990 taxes.
- Must intend to stay in business for the following 12 months.
For more information, visit Non-Profit Grant Programs.
