The Youth Violence Prevention Week Micro-Grant, offered by the City of Knoxville, supports non-profit and community-based organizations in addressing youth violence through awareness, education, and prevention efforts. Grants ranging from $500 to $3,000 are available for programming held during National Youth Violence Prevention Week, April 28 to May 2, 2025. Eligible activities include events, trainings, campaigns, resource development, and other initiatives aimed at reducing youth violence and promoting community safety.

The grant is open to organizations of all sizes, including smaller non-profits, and encourages programs that engage youth, adults, or the community at large. Funded programs should demonstrate alignment with the goals of Youth Violence Prevention Week and a clear impact on reducing violence involving youth. This competitive grant process may result in partial or no funding for some applications.

Applications must be submitted by December 5, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. Grants will be awarded in April 2025. Recipients are required to submit a post-project report summarizing activities, the demographics and number of people served, and the outcomes of their programming.

Applicants should review the funding guidelines and align their proposals with the program’s objectives. For assistance, contact Star Starks or LaKenya Middlebrook at the provided phone numbers. This grant is an opportunity to contribute to youth violence prevention efforts and foster safer communities in Knoxville.