United Way of Henry County & Martinsville announces the release of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the 2023- 2024 Community Impact Grant.
Donor Name: United Way of Henry County & Martinsville
State: Virginia
County: Henry County (VA)
City: Martinsville
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 01/13/2023
Grant Duration: 1 year
Details:
United Way mobilizes for the common good to create lasting changes in their focus areas of Education, Financial Stability and Healthy Living so that lives of their most vulnerable are improved.
Funding Priorities
Education
Children learn, achieve and succeed with families and the community engaged in the process
- Priority 1 Children enter kindergarten ready to learn (Birth to 5)
- Priority 2 Children reach academic milestones on time and successfully advance to middle school (K to Grade 5)
- Priority 3 Children advance to high school and develop the skills needed to graduate on time with opportunities to gain additional credentials to meet demand occupations in the area
Financial Stability
Individuals and families are provided with education, skills and support that lead to financial wellbeing
- Priority 1 High school students learn the skills needed to make financially smart decisions
- Priority 2 Adults are equipped to support themselves and/or their families
Healthy Living
Individuals and families aspire to get and stay healthy
- Priority 1 Residents are supported, connected and engaged to lead healthy living lifestyles
Basic Needs/Emergency Services
Vulnerable members of the community have a safety net in times of need and/or crisis
- Priority 1 Residents are supported with services vital to basic needs (food and shelter)
Project Period
Proposed grants are awarded for one year from May 1, 2023, to April 30, 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
Agencies’ administering a program self-select which focus area (education, financial stability and healthy living) and/or basic needs/emergency services they would like to advance and/or support based on their abilities to align with United Way’s funding priorities.
Eligible organizations must
- Document nonprofit status and reflect services meet a recognized human service need.
- Prohibit discrimination by an individual’s sex, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected characteristic.
- Operate on a sound financial basis in accordance with GAAP and maintain adequate accounting and reporting systems; and if operating budget exceeds $150,000, have an annual audit. Agencies with an annual operating budget under $150,000 must have an annual financial review.
- Be anti-terrorism compliant with the USA Patriot Act and other counter terrorism laws.
- Complete a formal program funding agreement prior to receiving a grant award.
In general, grant proposals seeking funds for the following will be deemed ineligible:
- Political purposes or programs requiring religious participation
- Fundraising expenses or debt reduction
- Activities which are contrary to the goals, aspirations and policies of United Way or incompatible with United Way’s mission as determined by the Board
For more information, visit Community Impact Grant.
