Grants to Georgia, Nebraska, and New York Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives

Grants to Georgia, Nebraska, and New York Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives is sponsored by The Home Depot Foundation. Supports community benefit initiatives in Georgia, Nebraska, and New York.

Path to Pro Education Grants: National | The Home Depot Path to Pro Education Grants: National The Path to Pro Education Grants program awards grants to accredited K-12 programs, accredited post-secondary institutions (community and technical colleges) and nonprofit organizations focused on construction skilled trades training across the U.S. Grants are awarded at up to $10,000 in Home Depot gift cards to provide tools, products, equipment and new or remodeled training spaces.

What organizations qualify for this program? What region does this grant program serve? What are the eligibility requirements for the program?

What causes or organizations are ineligible? How do I submit a grant application? When will I know if my project is approved?

Whom should I contact if I have questions or concerns? How do I access a saved application? What if I am an individual needing assistance?

What organizations qualify for this program? Accredited K-12 schools with an existing construction skilled trade program Accredited post-secondary institutions (community and technical colleges) with an existing construction skilled trade program 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with an existing construction skilled trade program What region does this grant program serve?

The Foundation awards grants to qualifying skilled trades organizations/programs across The United States, with an emphasis on carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and construction management trades What are the eligibility requirements for the program?

Be based in The United States Have a current operating budget of at least $300,000 and audited financial statements from the past three years (schools may present exemption documentation) Be an accredited K-12 school, an accredited post-secondary institution or a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations Have an existing program with a mission focused on training, job placement and/or career-readiness for the skilled trades industry What causes or organizations are ineligible?

Individual pursuits or personal grants, including scholarships or tuition costs Certain sponsorship opportunities Organizations newer than three years old Programs supporting only 4+ year degrees Organizations that discriminate, including but not limited to, discrimination based on the following protected classes: race, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, country of origin, citizenship, veteran or disability status Religious organizations, unless they are engaged in programs that are non-sectarian, benefit a broad base of the community and have a separate 501(c)(3) designation Political action committees, candidates, causes and lobbying Labor, alumni, or fraternal groups Recreation, athletic or sports teams, programs, or leagues For-profit entities, including small businesses Endowment or capital funds Other notes: Only one request per organization; Funds must be used for program-related expenses How do I submit a grant application?

To access the grant platform CLICK HERE If you have previously applied for a grant, select “Forgot Password” on the homepage and enter the email address associated with previously submitted grant. If you are a new applicant OR you do not receive an email after using “Forgot Password”, select the “Register” button. Once you're logged in, select "Start a New Application" and "Apply Now" on the "Path to Pro Education Grant" line.

When will I know if my project is approved? Applications will be approved on a rolling basis. The Home Depot Foundation will contact you within 45 days after your grant is received to confirm if the grant was approved.

If approved, more information will be provided on the timing for receiving the grant payment. Whom should I contact if I have questions or concerns? Education_Grants@HomeDepot.

com How do I access a saved application? Once on the home page, you will find your saved application under the “Existing Applications” header in the “Actions Required” folder. You will find a status of your application by checking the “Submitted” folder or “Approved/Declined” folder.

What if I am an individual needing assistance? Individual pursuits or personal grants, including scholarships or tuition costs would not qualify for this program. Individuals seeking skilled trades training programs should visit our partnerships page to find partners who are already funded to assist qualifying applicants.

For more skilled trades training information and resources, please visit PathToPro. com