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Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award is sponsored by Russell Berrie Foundation. A signature program of the Russell Berrie Foundation that recognizes unsung heroes and changemakers in New Jersey. For 2026, the award focuses exclusively on Gen Z leaders who demonstrate exceptional commitment to creating positive change in their communities.
Geographic focus: New Jersey
Focus areas: Community & Civic Engagement, Environment and Sustainability, Arts & Culture, Youth Mentoring and Education, Social Entrepreneurship, Advocacy and Social Justice
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: New Jersey residents ages 16-24 who have initiated or led a meaningful project or organization, or display exceptional commitment as a volunteer in New Jersey. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was February 13, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Russ Berrie Making a Difference Award is funded by Russell Berrie Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New Jersey. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Pilot and Feasibility Program for Obesity Research (Russell Berrie Foundation Research Initiative on the Neurobiology of Obesity) is sponsored by Russell Berrie Foundation (through Columbia University's New York Nutrition and Obesity Research Center). This initiative supports groundbreaking research at the intersection of neuroscience and metabolism/obesity. While not directly focused on argininosuccinate lyase, it addresses metabolic approaches which could be broadly relevant.
Pilot and Feasibility Program for Obesity Research (Russell Berrie Foundation Research Initiative on the Neurobiology of Obesity) is sponsored by The Russell Berrie Foundation (through New York Nutrition and Obesity Research Center at Columbia University). This program aims to advance transformative research at the intersection of neuroscience and metabolism/obesity. It provides funding opportunities for innovative obesity-related research, including pilot projects.
Yashar LaChayal Humanitarian Support is sponsored by The Russell Berrie Foundation (via Yashar LaChayal). The Russell Berrie Foundation has issued grants to organizations like Yashar LaChayal to provide humanitarian support to Israeli soldiers. While the specific 2023 grant has passed, the foundation continues to make investments through its Israel portfolio for long-term rebuilding and revitalization, aligning with existing program strategies.
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.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
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.