JRCF 2026 Community Grants (Discontinued)

JCF Grants – Spring 2026 Cycle is a grant program from the Jewish Community Foundation, Inc. that funds new programming and services benefiting residents of Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester counties in Southern New Jersey. Offered twice annually (Spring and Fall), the program provides up to $5,000 per approved application, with approximately $45,000 total awarded each cycle. Eligible applicants include the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey and its family of agencies, synagogues, Jewish day schools, and secular non-profits. Grants are intended for new programs and services, not to supplement existing funding or ongoing operating budgets. Multiple applications per organization are permitted. Grants operate on a reimbursement basis, requiring a brief report with receipts after program completion.

The Jeffers Foundation 2026 Garden Grant provides Minnesota schools and 501(c)(3) nonprofits with up to $2,000 to start or improve schoolyard gardens used as student educational resources, with a two-year completion window. Nearly 100 gardens have been established through the program. The companion Innovation in Outdoor Education Grant offers matching grants of up to $5,000 to create or enhance dedicated outdoor learning spaces — from simple benches to sheltered picnic areas with bird feeders and boulders. Both grants support the foundation's belief that hands-on nature experiences build environmental stewardship and improve academic outcomes. Applications for both programs are available on the Jeffers Foundation website.

Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Grants is a grant from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee that funds nonprofits building a more thriving and inclusive community across Middle Tennessee. The foundation supports a broad range of causes including arts, education, health, human services, and civic engagement, with a commitment to addressing inequity and strengthening community connections. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving residents of Middle Tennessee. The foundation offers multiple grant programs throughout the year, including competitive grants and discretionary funds from donor-advised accounts supporting organizations across the region.

The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.

Community Foundation of Rutherford County Grant is sponsored by Community Foundation of Rutherford County (an affiliate of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee). This grant aims to promote positive change in Rutherford and Cannon Counties by supporting local nonprofits. It encourages grant requests for program and project support, allowing eligible organizations to apply for funding up to $3,000.

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Community and National Grants is a program from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation that funds systemic approaches to advancing health equity, behavioral health integration, social determinants of health, community resilience, and policy reform in the United States. RWJF supports a wide range of issue areas including birth justice, disability rights, economic inclusion, physical environment, and leadership development. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, health centers, academic institutions, public health agencies, and community organizations. Typical grants range from $500,000 to $5 million with 3-5 year funding periods. Some programs are invitation-only while others accept Letters of Intent. RWJF does not accept unsolicited proposals outside of specific open solicitations.