Does your school or non-profit organization need help funding projects? If yes, then apply for the Matching Grant for Schools and Non-Profit Organizations!
Donor Name: City of Orlando
Deadline: 03/31/2023
Size of the Grant: $1,000 to $10,000
Details:
The Mayor’s Matching Grant Program was implemented to partner with neighborhood associations, schools and non-profit organizations to fund projects which address neighborhood needs, improve education and build community pride. The Mayor and City Commissioners believe in the power and creativity of its citizens to address challenges, build communities and develop relationships with fellow neighbors, community partners and local businesses through the Mayor’s Matching Grant Program.
Grants are awarded to schools and non-profit organizations for projects that offer educational enhancement, academic enrichment, and mentoring for their city’s youth.
Grants are awarded to high quality out-of-school opportunities for youth in the following areas:
- Education
- Academic
- Athletic
- Civic Engagement
- Mentoring Opportunities
Grant funds are available bi-annually, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 that are matched dollar for dollar by the applicants using a combination of cash, in-kind contributions and volunteer labor.
Eligibility Criteria
- Public or Private Schools
- Federally Tax Exempt 501(c)3 Organizations Project Criteria
- Project must offer high-quality educational, academic, civic engagement or mentoring opportunities for youth during non-school hours
- Applicant cannot be a current recipient of a Mayor’s Matching Grant
- Applicant must be in existence for at least one year
- Applicant must ensure dollar-for-dollar match of the grant request using a combination of cash, volunteer labor and/or in-kind goods or services
- Project must take place within the Orlando city limits
For more information, visit Mayor’s Matching Grant for Schools and Non-profit Organizations.
