Following the Money: American Rescue Plan and Other Federal Relief Funds
Nonprofit Covid-19 Response Meeting
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from local, state and federal experts on the American Relief Plan and other federal funds that Montgomery County nonprofits may be able to access to provide services to County residents. How are dollars flowing into the State of Maryland, and what might be available in Montgomery County? We’ve assembled a panel of experts, so come with your questions.
This meeting is part of Nonprofit Montgomery’s series of virtual meetings with Montgomery County and nonprofit leaders.
Speakers:
- U.S. Senator Ben Cardin of Maryland
- David Brinkley, Secretary of Budget and Management, State of MD
- Montgomery County Council President Tom Hucker
- Dr. Deann Collins, Director of the Division of CARES Act, Early Childhood, and Title 1, MCPS
- Gene Smith, Legislative Analyst, Montgomery County Council
- Jackie de Carlo, CEO, Manna Food Center and President, Nonprofit Montgomery Board of Directors
When: Wednesday, August 11 at noon-1:15pm
Who: Everyone is welcome to attend.
Click here to register.
Grants & Funding Opportunities
Just Announced!
Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC): Phase 2
Phase Two of the MoCo Economic Development Grant Program for Nonprofits will offer broader eligibility and is open to nonprofits that offer programming in Montgomery County and can specify how these funds contribute to economic development in the county.
Phase Two applications will open on August 9, 2021 and close August 18, 2021 5pm. The new program would provide competitively selected grants ranging from $7,500 to $25,000 with additional potential grants of $50,000 or $100,000. The funds will be distributed to all selected nonprofits no later than October 1, 2021 and the nonprofit must make use of the funds by no later than December 31, 2021.
The Carl M. Freeman Foundation: FACES (Freeman Assists Communities with Extra Support) Grants Program
- targets smaller organizations that are often overlooked by funders. Grant awards are available at $10,000, $5,000, and $2,500 for a total grant award fund of $100,000.
The Horning Family Foundation (HFF): Racial Justice Initiative
- in support of Black-led organizing and advocacy for efforts to change systems, policies, narratives, and practices that oppress and harm Black communities and other communities of color.
- Grant applications are now being accepted for the first round of five-year grants totaling $2.5 million. Grants requests may range from $25,000 to $100,000 per year. The applications are due on Friday, September 10, 2021 at 11:59PM.
City of Rockville: Community Development Block Grant Program
- federal grant for housing and community development projects that benefit low and moderate-income persons. Applications are due 9/27.
Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC): Phase 2
Phase Two of the MoCo Economic Development Grant Program for Nonprofits will offer broader eligibility and is open to nonprofits that offer programming in Montgomery County and can specify how these funds contribute to economic development in the county.
Phase Two applications will open on August 9, 2021 and close August 18, 2021 5pm. The new program would provide competitively selected grants ranging from $7,500 to $25,000 with additional potential grants of $50,000 or $100,000. The funds will be distributed to all selected nonprofits no later than October 1, 2021 and the nonprofit must make use of the funds by no later than December 31, 2021.
Whitman HS Looking to Partner with Organizations
Walt Whitman High School is starting a new program called the Leadership Academy for Social Justice (LASJ). LASJ courses are rooted in personal development and intercultural skills while building on communication and thinking skills. Students in the program will participate in courses such as an Introduction to Social Justice, Women’s Studies, LGBTQ+ Studies, African-American Studies, Media in Society, and an internship program.
The program is looking to partner with local and regional organizations to provide meaningful internships for students. Through these internships, students will be able to apply their knowledge of social justice issues and advocacy skills to real-world experiences. If your organization is interested in partnering with Walt Whitman High School, please contact Sheryl Freedman, LASJ Lead Teacher.
July 31: Last Chance to Save $25 on Membership
Throughout the pandemic Nonprofit Montgomery was here for you, bringing County decision makers to meet with nonprofits, highlighting the work of the sector, adding programs and content to meet the crisis, and successfully advocating for increases in County contracts.
Renew today and receive $25 off your membership dues. Use the code EARLYBIRD and click apply discount. Not sure you are a current member? Check this list!
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Job Opportunities
Executive/C-Level
Treehouse Child Advocacy Center: Executive Director
Cornerstone Montgomery: Chief Financial Officer
Manager/Director Level
Primary Care Coalition: Development Manager
Montgomery Coalition for Adult English Literacy (MCAEL): Manager of Grants & Administration and Manager of Network Learning and Development
MoCo Food Council: Multiple positions
Coordinator and/or Manager roles focused on Food Economy, Food Security, Advocacy, Agriculture, and/or Environmental Impact priorities (rolling)
Agriculture, Food Economy, and Sustainability Programs Coordinator/Manager
Community Bridges: Multiple Program Manager positions (College, HS, and Middle School Program Managers)
Adventure Theatre MTC: Education Director
Identity, Inc.: Workforce Development Specialist
Coordinator Level
Nonprofit Montgomery: Administrative and Finance Coordinator
Manna Food Center: Community Food Education Program Coordinator
Rebuilding Together MC: multiple AmeriCorps positions: Volunteer Coordinator, Client Outreach Coordinator, and Project Coordinator
Grants & Funding Opportunities
MSDE Childcare Stabilization Grant: The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) announced that licensed child care centers and registered family child care providers in Maryland can apply for Child Care Stabilization Grants. The more than $309 million American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021 child care stabilization initiative provides grants to licensed providers that sustain the child care sector and build a stronger child care system. Click here for FAQs, worksheets, the application link, and more.
The Council for Professional Recognition, Maryland State Department of Education and
Maryland Family Network: Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential Funding
Trust for Learning: Head Start Quality Grants-Request for Proposals
Open grant application for current Head Start providers who wish to adopt an ideal learning-aligned approach. Applications due September 12. Click here for more information.
The Community Foundation: Summer Grant Round
- Arts Forward Fund: helping arts organizations stabilize, adapt, and recover from COVID-19
- Donors Investing in the Arts (DIVAs): promoting children’s mental health and well-being through the arts
- Food for Montgomery: helping partners pivot, collaborate, or innovate food security work
- Fund for Children, Youth, and Families: supporting housing services, foster care programs, and academic and career success
- Sharing Montgomery: ensuring an equitable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic
Apply to the Community Advocacy Institute
The Community Action Board’s Community Advocacy Institute provides County residents with the opportunity to learn and utilize basic advocacy skills. Participants must attend monthly workshops and complete an advocacy project (testifying before County Council or submitting a letter to County Council) in order to graduate from the program. This year, the program will include virtual workshops, in-person outdoor networking events, and in-person testimony practice sessions. Participants must be Montgomery County residents with a combined household income of $57,000 or less. Applications are due August 20.