Day of Dignity 2026 Grant

Note : Of grant funds used, 85% should be allocated to direct services that would benefit the target audience while a maximum of 15% may be allocated for administrative/ operational costs.
A funding opportunity designed to support food security, refugee services, licensed free healthcare clinics and community development organizations in the United States.
Day of Dignity creates an opportunity for caring individuals from diverse communities to provide services to their neighbors in need. Bookbags, school kits, jackets, and hygiene kits are some of the in-kind items provided by IRUSA to be distributed during Day of Dignity events. A grant is also given to help support the costs of food, entertainment, venue, etc. Free medical care, screenings, and even barber services can be offered out by the host organization at the event. The host organization is responsible for accommodating their community’s needs and reaching out to different services and vendors. The day is an effort to provide basic living essentials, medical care, and connect those in need to support services available to them in the long term.

Eligibility

The organization is an IRS registered 501(c)(3) public charity in good standing.The organization has been active for 3 full calendar years in the United States.The organization’s proposed project’s activities and funds must be distributed exclusively within the US.The organization has an annual cash budget of under $3 million. (strongly desired, but not a disqualifier)The organization is not seeking funding to conduct direct religious activities or services.