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Special Assistance Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) is sponsored by United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS), supported by NV Energy Foundation. The SAFE program provides one-time utility bill assistance to individuals and families in Northern Nevada experiencing financial hardship. It acts as a gap-filling effort for those needing help to keep their utilities operating.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individuals who are customers of record with NV Energy or Southwest Gas (for Northern Nevada residents), utilities for primary residence, bill at least 30 days past due, have not received other state or federal low-income energy assistance in the past 12 months, and are experiencing a financial hardship. Must apply through a SAFE Partner agency. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $500 per year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Special Assistance Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) is funded by United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS), supported by NV Energy Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Nevada. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Lowe's Hometowns Grant Program is sponsored by Lowe's. This program aims to restore and revitalize community spaces across the country through physical renovations. Consumers can nominate a community space in their hometown, such as a neighborhood garden, park, or community center. While broad, it can apply to infrastructure improvements within a community context.
CFNF Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow Grant is a grant from the Community Foundation of North Florida that funds nonprofits addressing pressing challenges with programs and services of lasting impact in Florida's Big Bend region. Each year, CFNF awards ten grants of $5,000 each to eligible organizations. A separate Arts Nonprofit Grant Cycle awards five grants of $6,000 each for arts organizations in the same region. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations serving one or more of eleven counties including Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla, with at least two years of operating history in the region. Applications for the Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow cycle close September 30.
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