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General Grants for Children of Targeted Activists

ROSENBERG FUND FOR CHILDREN INC

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

General Grants for Children of Targeted Activists

Program Status: Active

Geographic Scope: United States

Background: The RFC's core granting program supporting children and young adults of parents and guardians targeted for their activism and resistance work. Established in 1990, this is the primary grant vehicle through which the organization supports beneficiary families.

Focus Areas:

Educational programs and resources

Mental health support and therapy

Art and creative expression

Recreational activities and sports

Computer/technology access

Academic enrichment

Youth development

Eligibility:

Children (and young adults up to age 24) whose parents or guardians have been targeted for their activism

Young activists (youth ages 18-24) who have themselves faced harassment, targeting, or police violence for their own organizing efforts

Children in families that have experienced:

- Police harassment, violence, or arrest
- Loss of employment or income due to activism
- Community ostracism or harassment
- ICE targeting and immigration-related harassment
- Threat of or actual family separation
- Severe trauma from state violence

Funding Categories:

Individual child/youth grants

Group grants for multiple children in a family

Renewal grants for continuing beneficiaries

Carry-It-Forward awards for long-term beneficiaries aging out

Emergency grocery gift cards for families in economic crisis

Award History:

Over $8 million awarded since 1990

78 grants totaling $200,000+ in fall 2022 cycle

Over 1,000 children served

80+ applications received in fall 2022

Granting Cycles: Two major cycles per year (spring and fall)

Contact Information:

Rosenberg Fund for Children

116 Pleasant Street, Suite 335

Easthampton, MA 01027

Phone: (413) 529-0063

Email: info@rfc.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Overview: The RFC works with families on an individualized basis, recognizing that no single application process works for everyone. The organization attempts to make applications as user-friendly as possible while gathering necessary information for funding decisions.

Key Application Features:

Flexible application accommodations available

Phone/email interviews offered for applicants who cannot complete written applications

Case-by-case approach for families with unique circumstances

Accessible format for families with varying literacy levels or trauma

Application Support:

RFC Granting Coordinator available to help families through the process

Permission to discuss applications by phone if written format is difficult

Outreach to potential new applicants from RFC staff

Clear explanation of what information the RFC needs to make funding decisions

Board Review: All applications are presented to the RFC Board for review and decision-making

Processing:

Grants are awarded following Board approval

Payment made directly to service providers (schools, therapists, activity providers, etc.)

RFC coordinates with providers to ensure funds are used as intended

Renewal Process: Existing beneficiaries can apply for renewed support in subsequent granting cycles

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Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

Deadline

Rolling / Open

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