Funding Alert: May Edition 1

The Funding Alert is a bi-weekly resource produced by Serve DC highlighting grant opportunities and resources for community-based, faith-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and District Government agencies. 

For Economic Development grants and opportunities, check out Obviously DC.

For all current District Government agency grant opportunities, visit the District Grants Clearinghouse.

 Funding Features

DC Family Fun Destinations Grant is Open!

Mayor Bowser is investing over $7 million to support non-profit organizations or associations in creating exhibits or attractions to attract families to Downtown.

Applications are open until June 2 at 5 pm

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The Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser

May is #NationalMentalHealthAwarenessMonth.

We want to remind our residents of the mental health resources available 24/7.

If you need someone to talk to, certified clinicians are available:  

(888) 793-4357- DC’s Mental Health Hotline | 988- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Come celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage with #MOAPIA at the 2023 AAPI
Heritage Month Celebration!

Get ready for an exciting evening featuring cultural performances by renowned Asian American and Pacific Islander artists and community awards!

🗓️ Mon May 8
⏰6:30PM
📍 1215 U St NW

RSVP

Want to make a difference in our city? Join Us in Service! 

Board Position: 3-year Term on Serve DC's Commission for National and Community Service: 

Serve DC is looking for engaged residents to join the Commission for National and Community Service. The Commission's purpose is to encourage community service and volunteer participation as a means of community and state problem-solving; to promote and support voluntary citizen involvement in government and private programs throughout the District of Columbia; to develop a comprehensive vision and strategic plan for community service initiatives in the District of Columbia; and to serve as the District's liaison between national and other state organizations in concert with the District of Columbia strategic plan. 

Interested residents engaged in the nonprofit, youth, philanthropic, business, and labor communities are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Apply Now

Make this summer a Summer of Service! Looking for a short-term AmeriCorps VISTA experience?

Attend our next webinar on Wednesday, May 10 at 2:00 p.m. ET to learn how you can spend your summer serving as a VISTA summer associate.

Many summer associate opportunities are beginning now and end no later than September.

Register here 

Youth and Families

One Happy Camper Grants at Capital Camps | Shalom DC

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Available Funding: Up To $1,000 Deadline: Rolling

Meant to Move | Movemeant

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Available Funding: Up To $1,000 Deadline: Rolling

Community and Economic Development

Health and Human Services

Infrastructure

Resources and Other Opportunities

This ALICE Report provides the first look at the extent of financial hardship in Washington, D.C. using ALICE metrics since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

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Birthing Justice Virtual Discussion

Join us on May 16 at 7:00 PM for a special virtual panel discussion with Community of Hope leaders as they discuss Birthing Justice. Watch as our leaders Ebony Marcelle, Director of Midwifery. and Abayea Pelt, Senior Director of Maternal and Child Health lead an in-depth conversation on challenges and solutions to address Black maternal and infant health in Washington, DC.

Register here and send the link to friends and family to join in.

Be sure to watch the 90-minute Birthing Justice documentary before this event!

The DC Chamber of Commerce 2023 Small Business Summit will convene leaders from across local & federal governments and the small business industry for a deep dive into the state of the District of Columbia’s small business industry and the future vision, policy, and programs for all businesses. This year’s Summit will also feature a dedicated retail track with educational content tailored to our small retailers. Join us and be a part of shaping the future of small businesses in DC and beyond!

Tuesday, May 9, 2023 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Walter E. Washington Convention Center | 801 Mount Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC 20001

Program Attendee – Complimentary

Includes:

• Entrance to Makers Market, networking opportunities and morning program
• Continental Breakfast
• Attendance at featured workshops throughout the day

Awards Luncheon Attendee – $125 (Members) and $175 (Non-Members)

Includes: All of the above, plus 1 ticket to the Small Business Awards Luncheon with plated lunch (ticket is non-transferable)

Register