Division of Programs
In addition to providing administrative support to the various Boards and Commissions that promote cultural awareness and community advocacy within the Department of State. The Division also assists the commissions with cultural events and commemorations which highlight the contributions and diversity of the citizens of New Jersey.
We facilitate meetings with key community stakeholders to encourage participation in community projects and volunteerism.
We also provide grants for the support of community based programs that facilitate social service, faith based outreach and capacity building to grass roots organizations that enrich the quality of life for our residents.
OFBI Announces FY 2013 Direct Services Grant Availability
The Office of Faith-Based Initiatives announces the release of the 2013 Direct Service (DS) grant request for proposals. The DS grant program is geared towards building the capacity of New Jersey faith and community-based organizations and enhancing their ability to implement effective community programming. The DS grant program is a competitive program and will provide funds to faith-based and community-based organizations that afford social services to low and moderate income NJ residents.
Application Deadline: 11:59PM, June 28, 2012
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2012 AmeriCorps Formula Grant Funding
The NJ Commission on National and Community Service, NJ Department of State, announces funding opportunities for 2012 AmeriCorps Formula grants, a new 3 year cycle.
AmeriCorps is a national service program funded by the Corporation on National and Community Service (CNCS). The CNCS strategic plan has highlighted the following focus areas where service can make a major impact: education, economic opportunity, service by and for veterans, disaster services, energy conservation, and health.
Agencies eligible to apply include: public or private non-profit organizations; community and faith-based organizations; Local Education Agencies including charter schools; institutions of higher education; local, county or state government. Formula applications are reviewed only at the state level.
Application Deadline: May 10, 2012
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National Service Agency Requests Applications for September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance Grants
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) released a Notice for Federal Funding Availability (NOFA) today for the 2012 grant competition for the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance grants.
The September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance initiative grants range from approximately $50,000 to $150,000 are made to eligible organizations engaged in service activities that meet vital community needs and honor the sacrifice of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 or who rose in service as a result of that tragedy.
Please consult the CNCS website to read or download a copy of the NOFA, which provides complete information about this grant competition, including instructions for how to apply.
