The Hope in Action Anti-Violence Project Fund Application
Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced a new anti-violence program that is community refocused and led. This program will strengthen sustainable peace efforts in our county by helping bring down violent crime through collaboration with law-enforcement and community stakeholders. The Hope in Action Anti-Violence Project Fund will provide grants up to $50,000 to non-profit organizations with a physical address/location in Prince George’s County and/or Washington, DC.
Applications will be accepted between December 15, 2021 and January 14, 2022.
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ELIGIBILITY:
- Programming must service Prince George’s County residents.
- Physical location is in Prince George’s County and/or Washington, DC.
- Must be in “good standing” with the State of Maryland.
- Not be in bankruptcy or litigation.
- Must be a 501c3 or 501c4 non-profit organization.
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USE OF GRANT:
Non-profits may receive a grant up to $50,000 to support program operating expenses. Programs that will be considered MUST directly Impact violence reduction efforts in communities.
Grant Impact Areas:
- Community Wrap-Around Services
- Mental Health Services for victims of gun violence and other violent crimes
- Diversion and reentry services
- Afterschool programming services to include tutoring and enrichment activities for elementary through high school
- Job and Career Readiness services
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HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for funds, fill out the application in its entirety by 01/14/2022 deadline Prior to submission of your application, confirm that your non-profit is “Active” and in “Good Standing” by using SDAT’s search the link below. Evidence of Good Standing is required to complete the online application.
https://egov.maryland.gov/BusinessExpress/EntitySearch
If your non-profit is not in good standing, you will be ineligible to receive funds.
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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Upload all required documents in Required Documents section of Application.
REMINDER: If all the items listed and specified above are not submitted, your application will not be reviewed for funding. For additional clarification, please visit our “Frequently Asked Questions” section on our website. Link to FAQ’s is here. Also please don’t hesitate to send an email to pgcnonprofits@co.pg.md.us with any questions.
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NOTICE OF GRANT AWARD:
Recipients of a grant will be notified by email provided on the application.
Applicants will certify at the end of the application that all information provided is accurate and true.
Grant recipients, and the dollar amount of the grant received, are public information. Grant dollars must be used by October 31, 2022.
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