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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits in Arizona focusing on education, youth development, and workforce development. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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NRA School Shield Grant Program is a grant from The NRA Foundation that funds security improvements at K-12 schools across the United States. Administered by the NRA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, this program provides financial assistance to public and private K-12 schools seeking to upgrade safety infrastructure and implement security measures. Eligible applicants include schools that are government-owned, incorporated as nonprofits, or hold an IRS 501(c) determination letter. The annual application deadline is August 1. Grant amounts vary based on project scope and need. Schools must demonstrate how requested funds will directly improve the safety and security of their campus and student population.
Farm to School Implementation Grant is sponsored by USDA Food and Nutrition Service. This program aims to increase the availability of local foods in schools and connect students to the sources of their food through education, taste tests, school gardens, field trips, and local food sourcing for school meals. Projects should incorporate both local sourcing and agricultural education efforts.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.