IMPACT Grant

 

The Grant Application is due August 22,2025 Late applications will not be reviewed, no exceptions. Grant requests are restricted to a funding range of $10,000-$20,000.

Grant Timeline:

  • Application Release Aug 1, 2025
  • Applications Due Aug 22, 2025
  • Grants Announced Oct 1, 2025
  • Intermediate or four Month Report Due Feb 2
  • Final Report Due April 1st

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Impact Project Grants support programs that are currently funded by United Way MSJC Community Investment Grants in good standing. Projects should expand and support programs. 
Grant Request range$10,000 - $20,000

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Applicants must be current recipients of our Community Investment Grant Program.
  • Ineligible Projects: The following types of projects are not eligible for funding through the Impact Project Grants:
    • Capital projects
    • Building projects
    • Staffing expansion
    • New programs
    • Projects are not eligible for more than one Impact Project Grant application cycle every 5 years.
    • Projects submitted can be included in subsequent Community Investment Grant Applications.  
    • Focus Areas: Project requests must align with one of our four designated impact focus areas:
      • Youth Opportunity
      • Healthy Communities
      • Financial Stability
      • Community Resiliency

Project Timeline:

  • Projects must be completed within 4-6 months from the time of the award.

Reporting Requirements

  • A status report must be submitted:
  • At two months or when half of the grant funds have been utilized.
  • Upon conclusion of the project.
  • Reports must be submitted through our online report portal.

 

 

Criteria to Apply

  • Eligibility & Selection Criteria Applicants must provide services within the United Way of Mid & South Jefferson jurisdiction (zip codes) 77619, 77627, 77640, 77641, 77642, 77643, 77651, 77655 & cities included Groves, Nederland, Port Arthur, Port Neches, and Sabine Pass. Any funds awarded will be restricted to programs and support of programs within those identified zip codes.
  • Applications will be reviewed only if the completed packet and all requested documentation are included at the time of submission. The committee will not review incomplete applications.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Applicants must currently receive United Way of Mid & South Jefferson County's Community Investment Grants.
  • An active local or regional governing board of adequate size, background, and diversity to represent the community, serving without compensation, holding regular, documented meetings (at least quarterly), and demonstrating effective administrative control.
  • Clearly stated, measurable objectives for programs seeking funding dating at least two years of services in the community.
  • Each program must relate to one of the United Way of Mid & South Jefferson County's four service pillars: Youth Opportunities, Healthy Communities, Household/Financial Stability, or Community Resilience. 
  • A satisfactory record of providing community services is demonstrated by two years of service utilized by the community, as evidenced by service utilization figures; individual program financing during this time comes from several sources (including at least one that is inherent to the community).
  • A categorized operating budget system that translates program plans into financial terms uses proper financial accounting procedures and regular annual financial reviews/audits.
  • There is evidence of consultation and cooperation with established, related agencies to prevent duplication of effort and achieve efficiency and economy of operation.
  • Programs available to community citizens without regard to race, religion, national origin, or political creed; Incorporated, non-profit corporation status under Section 501 (c) 3 of the Internal Revenue Code. Compliance with all applicable statutes, licensing, accreditation, and governmental code requirements.

 

  • August 1  - application opens
  • Aug 22 - application due at noon
  • October - grant awards announced
  • February - First report due
  • April 1 - Final Report due

 

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