Grant applications close Dec. 11
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***Dec. 10, 2024***
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Reminder: Grants available for youth-serving organizations in Kitsap
"Grant applications close at end-of-day Dec. 11."
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*KITSAP COUNTY, WA — *As part of our efforts to prevent youth substance use, *we are offering up to $3,000 in funding [ [link removed] ] to help organizations* create a social event or project where youth can gain coping skills, improve their mental health, and strengthen their sense of community.
*Applications close Dec. 11, 2024. Submit your application [ [link removed] ]!*
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Eligibility
We encourage organizations serving youth living in Kitsap County to apply. This can include coalitions, Tribal organizations, and non-profits. *The organizations should be working with youth and/or young adults aged 12-20.*
We will be giving special consideration to organizations and projects that:
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Support or work with LGBTQ+ youth, rural youth, youth in transition (foster care youth, homeless youth, etc.) and tribal youth.
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Focus on engaging youth with state and/or local elected officials.
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Engage underserved youth in substance use prevention.
Organizations that receive a grant will use the funds to provide activities for youth that help decrease substance use. Examples include, but are not limited to:
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Host an event for youth to learn how they can advocate for healthy choices among their peers.
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Provide opportunities for youth to engage with local decision-makers.
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Provide leadership opportunities to youth.
We can help with technical assistance in the implementation phase of the project. This help can include, but is not limited to:
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Project management.
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Research of best practices.
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Structuring equity into your project.
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Funding
The most funding that one organization can receive is $3,000. We request that organizations apply only for funding needed.
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How to Apply
You can apply* **_online_* [ [link removed] ], by *mail*, or *drop off *your application in-person at our front desk:
Kitsap Public Health District
ATTN: Aldrin Villahermosa II
345 6th St Unit 300
Bremerton, WA 98337
If you require a *paper application*, please contact Aldrin Villahermosa II (
[email protected]) to request one.
*Applications are due on December 11, 2024 by 11:59 p.m.* (mailed applications must be postmarked by December 11th)
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You can find more information about the mini grant process here [ [link removed] ] and at kitsappublichealth.org/minigrant [ [link removed] ].
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