GRANTS

*GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED*

NEW! Call for Phase 41 Emergency Food and Shelter Program annual supplemental funds

The High Point City/Davidson, Guilford Counties Jurisdiction of the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program (EFSP) has been awarded $287,035 for Phase 41 to supplement emergency food, utilities and shelter programs.

United Way of Greater Greensboro is pleased to accept applications for Emergency Food and Shelter Program Phase 41 grant funds. Qualified agencies are urged to apply.

The deadline to submit funding applications for consideration is Wed., July 17, 2024, by 11:59 P.M. Applications received after the due date will not be considered.

Grant Eligibility and Restrictions

Local organizations chosen to receive funds must be able to adhere to the following:

  • Be private voluntary non-profits or units of government.
  • Not be barred or suspended from receiving Federal funding.
  • Practice non-discrimination.
  • Be providing services and using its other resources in the area in which they are seeking funds.
  • Have a voluntary board if private, not-for-profit.
  • Have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs.
  • Have ability to fulfill all reporting requirements as requested.
  • Have a checking account in the organization’s name (cash payments are not allowed).
  • Have an accounting system or fiscal agent approved by local board.
  • Have a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) http://www.irs.gov
  • Have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) https://sam.gov
  • Conduct and provide a copy of an independent annual audit if receiving $100,000 or more in EFSP funds or conduct an accountant’s review if receiving $50,000 to $99,999 in EFSP funds.

For grant guidelines, go to https://www.unitedwaygso.org/our-grants/ or contact Laila.hosseinzadeh@unitedwaygso.org United Way of Greater Greensboro, 336-378-6614.

 

 

 

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