City of Kent’s Human Service Grant Program – Washington

The City of Kent is seeking applications for its Human Service Grant Program 2023-2024.

Donor Name: City of Kent

State: Washington

City: Kent

Type of Grant: Grant

Deadline: 04/08/2022

Details:

Funding Priorities

In general, the City of Kent recognizes the need to support programs that meet broad continuum of human service needs and welcomes applications from agencies that provide such services to Kent residents. Those programs best able to demonstrate solid outcomes for participants will be viewed most favorably.

The City of Kent Human Services Commission is committed to promoting an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community that is focused on ensuring that all residents can fully and effectively access services and feel a sense of safety and belonging. They seek to support community-led and community-informed organizations that are reflective of and embedded in the communities they serve across all aspects of their leadership and service. They further seek to support organizations that recognize and address the disparities that exist in communities, particularly agencies that serve individuals that identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, and sexual and gender minorities.

In order to be considered for funding, agencies must meet one of the priority and goal areas:

• Priority – A Good Start
  • Goal 1 – Children are healthy and ready to start school.
  • Goal 2 – Youth are healthy, successful in school, and have positive attachment to community.
• Priority – Healthy Aging
  • Goal 1 – Older adults thrive in the community as they age.
• Priority – Enhanced Individual and Community Well-Being
  • Goal 1 – Community members are safe, welcomed and included in social, civic and economic life.
  • Goal 2 – Individuals and families have the opportunity to consistently meet their basic needs.
  • Goal 3 – Residents have opportunities to improve their economic condition, build assets, and improve their long-term security.
  • Goal 4 – Residents can access culturally relevant resources to achieve quality physical and mental well-being.
• Priority – Pathways to Stable Housing
  • Goal 1 – Homelessness prevention and housing assistance services are tailored to individual’s unique needs and strengths to help them achieve and maintain stable housing.

Funding Criteria

In order to be eligible for City of Kent funding, agencies must be able to:

• Submit a complete application and demonstrate the program serves City of Kent residents.
• Be willing and able to accept reimbursement for funds.
• Regularly track and submit required reports regarding services and demographics.
• Be current with Federal and State licensing requirements, including current 501(c)3 status.
• Provide the Agency’s non-discrimination policy for employment and program participants.
• Meet the City’s insurance and business licensing requirements, minimum requirements, or contact city staff for information.
• The Human Services Commission will use the 2020 – 2025 Human Services Strategic Plan as a guide to review applications and makes recommendations for funding. The Commission’s funding recommendations are presented to the City Council in Fall.

For more information, visit City of Kent.