Investing in Leaders of Color Grant Program

Ceiling: $6,950
Applications Due: Closed
Private
Maine Community Foundation

Description

Maine: Investing in Leaders of Color Grant Program offers a maximum award of $6,950 to support nonprofit leaders of color and their organizations. The program provides one-on-one coaching, a stipend for professional development and operating costs, and networking opportunities. It is designed for people of color in leadership positions in nonprofit organizations that serve communities of color and promote racial equity in Maine. Priority is given to leaders from organizations led by people of color. The grant consists of capacity-building funding, including one-on-one coaching, professional development, and operating costs. The program aims to promote and increase racial equity in Maine through supporting leaders and organizations serving communities of color.

Eligibility

States
Maine
Regions
All
Eligible Entities
City or township governments, Nonprofits, County governments, Independent school districts, Native American tribal organizations

Funding

Program Funding
Award Ceiling
$6,950
Award Floor
Award Count

Timing

Posted Date
December 07, 2023
App Status
No Longer Accepting Applications
Pre-app Deadline
Application Deadline
September 15, 2024

Funder

Funding Source
Source Type
Private
Contact Name
Gloria Aponte
Contact Email
Contact Phone
Previous Recipients
2023 Cycle Stats Applications received: 35 Amount requested: $243,250 Number of grants awarded: 10 Grant dollars awarded: $69,500 Average award: $6,950 Percentage of applicants that received grants: 29% Additional grants by donors: two totaling $13,950 Recent grants: Click here to see the last three years of grants.

Why Organizations Trust GrantExec

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Available Funding
7,151
Active Grants
224
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