The Manchester Youth Commission’s Philanthropy Committee is requesting proposals for Mini Grants to Manchester community groups which are either led by, or intended to benefit, youth in Manchester.
Donor Name: Manchester Youth Commission
State: Connecticut
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/01/2023
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Qualifying candidates must plan to facilitate a project or program which fulfills one of three categories: Out of School Time/After School Initiatives, Service-Learning Initiatives, and Arts and Culture Initiatives. Grant money may not be used for religious instruction or materials, capital expenses, or donations to other organizations.
Purpose of Manchester Youth Commission’s Philanthropy Program
- To play a vital role in supporting initiatives for Manchester’s youth, resulting in long lasting formal partnerships with local organizations
- To empower youth commissioners to make funding decisions traditionally made by adults
- To fund initiatives which support the recommendations of the children, youth, and Family Master Plan
Funding Information
- Education and After School Services
- Objective: To increase opportunities for OST (Out of School Time) programs that provide support services for youth in grades K through 12 who live in Manchester.
- Will Fund: Enrichment programs, projects or initiatives that benefit the educational, social, emotional and/or physical well being of children.
- Grants up to $1,000
- Service Learning Project/Initiatives
- Objective: To combine community service with education and reflection to create an enriched learning experience resulting in youth civic engagement.
- Will Fund: Youth initiated service projects in the areas of Education, Health and Human Services, Public Safety, or Environmental Stewardship
- Grants up to $1,000
- Arts and Culture Initiatives
- Object: To increase cultural opportunities for youth in grades K-12 living in Manchester
- Will Fund: Programs such as dramatic arts, visual arts, music, dance, creative writing, or cultural activities.
- Grants up to $1,000
Grant money MAY be used for the following:
Supplies, materials, and other expenses that are directly involved with your project, and are necessary to making it a success.
Eligibility Criteria
Local Manchester non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations and/or government/education organizations, neighborhood groups, religious organizations, or other appropriate organizations.
For more information, visit Manchester Youth Commission.
