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A.L. Lewis Black Opportunity and Impact Fund Grants

These grants 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 14, 2025

Application now open. Apply below.

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 6, 2025: Grant application opens
  • January 6, 2025 – February 14, 2025: 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 14, 2025: Applications due by 11:59 PM
  • April 2025: Notification of funding decisions are sent.
  • April 2025 – March 31, 2026: Grant-funded projects occur

Application opens on January 6, 2025

Here to Help

For more information, contact:

Kalilah Jamall

Civic Leadership Impact Officer

 

kjamall@jaxcf.org

904.356.4483