DeKalb County Human Services Grant Program

The DeKalb County Human Services Grant Program supports local non-profits focused on improving community welfare. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)(3) status and operate for at least two years, serving DeKalb residents in priority areas such as youth development, crisis intervention, and public health. The program aims to enhance public safety and advocate for vulnerable populations, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to foster sustainable communities.

NOTE: Applicants must complete the Human Services Grant Reference Form and submit it to obtain an electronic copy of the grant application.
The Office of Grants & Administration provides support and services to all DeKalb citizens to maintain sustainable communities and to improve their public safety.
This Division allocates and administers resources through the Human Services Grant Program to support local victim assistance initiatives that have a prevention, early intervention or crisis focus and to support local human service programs that address youth development, child and family welfare and senior services through advocacy, planning and education initiatives.

Eligibility

Local non-profits with 501 (c) (3) status, operational for two (2) years or more and provide services to DeKalb residents within a minimum of one (1) priority area.Priority AreasChildren & Youth Crisis Intervention/Domestic ViolenceDisabilityElderlyFamily ServicesFood InsecurityHomelessnessPublic Health