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A.L. Lewis Black Opportunity and Impact Fund Grants

These grants will support nonprofit organizations and programs/projects working within predominantly Black neighborhoods in Duval County.

A.L. Lewis Black Opportunity & Impact Fund

The A.L. Lewis Black Opportunity & Impact Fund will support nonprofit organizations and programs/projects working within predominantly Black neighborhoods in Duval County. The overarching objective of these small grants is to empower residents to collaborate and enhance their communities by leveraging their skills, experiences and expertise to uplift community health, education, and economic opportunities. Grant Size: Up to $2,000

Deadline: February 12, 2024

Application Closed

Eligibility:

  • Nonprofit organizations with current 501(c)(3) status: Organizations must be an active 501(c)3 public charity, private operating foundation, or religious institution, or have a formal agreement with a Fiscal Agent that is a 501(c)3 in order to be eligible.
  • Organization size must have an annual operating budget under $150,000. Volunteer led organizations will be prioritized.
  • Organizations and programs that work within predominantly Black neighborhoods in Jacksonville (Duval County) with a priority for the following zip codes: 32202, 32204, 32206, 32208, 32209, 32218, and 32254
  • Your work/project must focus on health, education and economic opportunity

Priority will be given to organizations focused on serving and strengthening Black neighborhoods.

Timeline

  • January 2, 2024: Grant application opens
  • January 2, 2024 – February 9, 2024: We are here to help. If you need assistance with applying, either in-person, virtual, or by phone, please submit your appointment request here.
  • February 12, 2024: Applications due by 11:59 PM
  • April 1, 2024: Notification of funding decisions are sent.
  • April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025: Grant-funded projects occur

Application is closed.

Here to Help

For more information, please contact:

Wanda Willis, M.A.

Vice President, Civic Leadership

 

wwillis@jaxcf.org

904.356.4483