Conscious Kids Grant

Conscious Kids Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Conscious Kids Inc
Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000
Last Updated: May 04, 2025

Summary

The Conscious Kids Grant, established by Marlee-Jo Jacobson, aims to support at-risk children and families in underserved communities. With an average grant size of $10,000 to $20,000, the foundation prioritizes educational support and life enhancement services. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) exempt and serve specific counties in New York and New Jersey. The grant focuses on assisting homeless youth, children in foster care, and those with disabilities, fostering community engagement and empowerment.

Overview

NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by the deadline. About the Foundation Marlee-Jo Jacobson was a successful businesswoman who held a seat on the commodities exchange. She believed that people from all walks of life should have the opportunity for academic education, as well as cultural education. Marlee-Jo loved kids and especially wanted to help disadvantaged children find the right opportunities. She believed that these children have unique value that can provide society with enormous benefits. It was her wish that literature, music, arts and crafts, gardening and other positive aspects of daily living be taught in addition to academics. Conscious Kids Grant Conscious Kids awards grants to organizations to provide support services to children and families struggling in underserved communities, including but not limited to those experiencing homeless, living in or aging out of foster care, needing access to tuition assistance, tutoring and internships, or other basic services to improve their daily lives. Their goal is that the individuals who benefit from these grants will recognize these benefits and will be inspired to serve their community or society at large. Mission To support at-risk children and young adults, with a primary goal of providing educational support and a secondary goal of providing general support and life enhancement. Funding Average grant size: $10,000 to $20,000 Average number of grants per year: 5 Average total giving per year: $100,000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.Program areas:Education Human services States served:New York New Jersey Grants are limited to select counties in New York and New Jersey.New York:New York (Manhattan) Richmond (Staten Island) Kings (Brooklyn) Bronx QueensNew Jersey:Essex Monmouth Union Middlesex MorrisGrants are primarily focused on Program Support.Population served:Children and families struggling in underserved communities, with a focus on children in foster care, homeless youth, and children with physical and/or developmental disabilities.

Ineligibility

There is limited funding available for General Operating Support and Capital Needs.