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Program has two phases: SPARK ($10,000) for planning and SHINE (up to $100,000 over two years) for piloting solutions. Nine SPARK fellows already selected, suggesting current cohort may be in progress.
Luminosity Collaborative: Social Innovation Grant Program is sponsored by United Way of the Greater Capital Region. This program supports community-based organizations focused on social innovation and systemic change within New York, particularly the Capital District. It targets organizations working to improve education, health, and economic well-being and is structured in two phases: SPARK and SHINE.
Phase 1 involves a learning process and $10,000 grants, while Phase 2 offers two-year grants for pilot innovation plans.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Leaders of community-based organizations in the greater Capital Region of New York focusing on education, health, or economic well-being. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $10,000 (SPARK); up to $100,000 (SHINE). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Luminosity Collaborative: Social Innovation Grant Program is funded by United Way of the Greater Capital Region. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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