ARP Grant Application Process Summary
CFAAC recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic presented significant challenges for area organizations, and its impact is still being felt by some of the most vulnerable members of our community. Since 2020, the Community Crisis Response Fund has awarded 282 rapid response grants totaling $1,709,692 to 134 unique nonprofits to support programs that provide food security, support for basic human needs, and assistance with housing insecurity and homelessness. Our goal is to work collaboratively to accelerate recovery for a thriving, resilient and even stronger community.
As the effects of the crisis continue to impact our community, nonprofit organizations are affected in a variety of ways, from meeting increased needs and higher demands in services, to decreased income due to canceled fundraisers or reduced program revenue. Throughout multiple stages of funding and in addition to continuing to support programs that provide services to our community’s most vulnerable populations, the Community Crisis Response Fund awarded grants to help stabilize area organizations that are responding to and recovering from the significant consequences of, and disparities exacerbated by, this health crisis.
Grants will provide financial assistance to eligible nonprofits that identify solutions to the needs identified in the 2022 Poverty Amidst Plenty Community Needs Assessment Report and who sustained a loss of income/revenue and/or an increase of programming or expenses due to COVID-19 impact on their operations and the communities they serve. Grant sizes will range between $10,000 and $50,000.
Priority for this grantmaking will be directed to support community nonprofit organizations impacted by COVID-19 as they support vulnerable communities and communities who have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic.
Organizations may use funding to support programs that provide critical services in our community. Successful proposals for funding will align with the needs identified in the 2022 Poverty Amidst Plenty Needs Assessment Report.
Youth Development
Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Economy
Health
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
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Community Surveys
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Equity Audits
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Staff and Leadership Training
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Demographic Data Collection and Analysis
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Targeted Community Outreach
Examples of previous funding through the Community Crisis Response Fund have included proposals that:
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provide access to basic needs, food or shelter
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address challenges with meeting basic living expenses
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prevent and mitigate the impacts of job or income loss
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provide health and/or mental health services for clients and staff
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fulfill the need for a one-time capital expenditure that allow for increased services to constituents
Successful grant applicants will demonstrate:
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Prolonged impact of COVID-19, on the organization and/or people served
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Strategic and data-informed solutions, aligned with community needs and the organization’s mission
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Credibility in the field or project
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The ability to create a measurable impact
To be eligible to apply, organizations must meet all of the following criteria:
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Operates and serves primarily Anne Arundel County residents
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Have a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt designation from the Internal Revenue Service; and is in good standing
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Be in good standing with the Maryland Department of Assessment and Taxation;
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Be in compliance with the Maryland Secretary of State Charitable Organization Registration Requirements (exempt for religious organizations)
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Requests for funding must directly relate to needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and that align with the needs identified in the 2022 Poverty Amidst Plenty Community Needs Assessment Report.
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If organization has previously received funding from the Community Crisis Response fund, and in order to be considered for funding in the current grant cycle you must have 1) expended the funding received in any prior cycles, and 2) completed the follow-up report on your dashboard at this link which includes the approximate number of people served by the grant and the difference the grant made to your organization.
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An organization may file only one application
Exclusions:
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Activities that are non-secular or promote a religious doctrine
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Academic or medical research
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Funding to schools and public agencies that would supplant tax-supported, mandated services
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Creation of, or addition to, endowment funds
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Payment of debt or legal settlements
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Political or partisan purposes
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CFAAC does not support organizations that discriminate in their employment practices, volunteer opportunities, or delivery of programs and services on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of three public presentations of the 2022 Community Needs Assessment. These information sessions are open to the public and will be held at:
TIMELINE:
Grant applications open on October 14, and close on November 18, 2022 at 11:59pm. The grant review committee will review applications and conduct interviews if necessary. Grants will be awarded at the conclusion of the process. The funding period is February 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. Note: A final evaluation assessing project outcomes is required for all grant projects within six weeks of completion. Report formats will be provided.
QUESTIONS: See www.cfaac.org under Nonprofits/Grants, or email/call Rosalind Calvin rosalind@cfaac.org/410-280-1102 x104
Read the Press Release from County Executive Pittman and CFAAC here.
Nonprofit Grant Login