UWKV will soon be opening applications for another round of Racial Equity Grants. Applications will be accepted between February 10 - March 10, 2023
The Request For Proposals document and more details will be posted at https://www.uwkawvalley.org/RacialEquityFund on Feb. 10th.
Funds are invested in grassroots and/or community nonprofit organizations in Douglas County, KS, with projects focused on increasing equity and opportunities for local BIPOC communities. These grants provide support for organizations or individuals whose work benefits people with low incomes, communities of color, and historically and/or systematically marginalized people. Collaborative efforts and coalitions are eligible to apply. You do NOT have to be a 501c3, non-profit organization. This funding is for anyone wanting to lead and create change.
Priority will be given to organizations:
- led by Black, Indigenous, People of Color with organizational mission and goals focused on elevating and increasing equity for Black, Indigenous, People of Color
- leading efforts that include power-building with and for BIPOC communities
- taking a multi-generational approach that priorities youth and families
- aligning with United Way’s mission of ending poverty, facilitated by equitable access to quality education, healthcare, jobs, housing, food, and community engagement
- that embed trauma-informed practices into their work by acknowledging the widespread impact of trauma
Not eligible for funding:
- Organizations with budgets over $500,000
- Organizations with less than 25% BIPOC executive leaders and board members
- Government programs
- Other foundations or granting programs
- Public, private, or charter schools
- College or university programs
- Businesses or business associations
- Organizations outside of the Douglas County, KS service area
- 501c3 nonprofits designated as a church or religious organization
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