The West Virginia First Foundation provides grants to support initiatives that align with the mission to combat the opioid crisis in West Virginia through evidence-based strategies and community-driven solutions.
Donor Name: West Virginia First Foundation
State: West Virginia
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 10/05/2024
Size of the Grant: up to $800,000
Details:
Target Areas
The 2024 Initial Opportunity Grants focus on four key target areas. These areas have been identified as critical in the fight against the opioid crisis and are prioritized for funding:
- Diversion Programs and Interdiction Programs
- Examples include LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion), CIT (Crisis Intervention Teams), QRTs (Quick Response Teams), Police and Peers programs, Day Report Centers, etc.
- These programs aim to divert individuals from the criminal justice system and provide them with the necessary support and treatment.
- Youth Prevention and Workforce Development
- Initiatives that focus on preventing substance use among youth and developing workforce skills.
- Programs may include educational campaigns, school-based prevention programs, and job training initiatives.
- Child Advocacy Centers/PPW Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Programs:
- Programs that support children and families affected by substance use disorders.
- Includes services for pregnant and parenting women (PPW) and programs addressing Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS).
- Transitional/Recovery Housing Expansion
- Limited to currently certified operators within the State of West Virginia.
- Programs that provide transitional and recovery housing for individuals recovering from substance use disorders.
- Includes supportive housing services and recovery housing programs.
What Can These Funds Be Used For?
- The Foundation has allocated a budget of $19,200,000 for the 2024 Initial Opportunity Grants. Each region will receive $800,000 per Target Area, with up to four awards per Target Area per Region.
- Applicants can apply for up to $800,000 in total across all Target Areas. The Foundation may award less than the amount requested by an applicant, and applicants must apply for a minimum amount to be considered.
Who Can Apply?
Initial Opportunity Grants are now open to:
- Non-profit organizations that qualify for IRC 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
- Tax Exempt organizations under IRC 115 or other similar organizations that fulfill a charitable or public purpose, excluding for profit entities.
- Organizations with a statewide presence may apply in the region where they are headquartered or where the project will be located.
For more information, visit WVFF.
