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 Alert: October Edition 1

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Funding Opportunities

Education, Youth and Families

Heroes of Everyday Life | Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation

Available Funding: $5,000 - $10,000 Deadline: Nov 1, 2024

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Richard K. Gilbert Policy Advocacy Competition | DC Justice Lab

Available Funding: Up to $5,000 Deadline: Nov 11, 2024

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Information and Practice Needs Relevant to Late Talking Children | DHHS

Available Funding: Up to $275,000 Deadline: Nov 19, 2024

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Community and Economic Development

W.K. Kellogg Foundation | W.K. Kellogg Foundation

Available Funding: Varies Deadline: Rolling

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Community Service Grants | CSX

Available Funding: $1,000 to $5,000 Deadline: Rolling 

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Domestic Violence and Animal Shelter | Red Rover

Available Funding: Up to $60,000 Deadline: Rolling

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Google Ad Grant | Google         

Available Funding: Up to $10,000 Deadline: Monthly 

Health & Human Services

Resources and Other Opportunities

Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments Job Board