How much funding does Rapid Response Grant provide?

Rapid Response Grant provides Up to US $1,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Rapid Response Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Who is eligible for Rapid Response Grant?

Required: Tax-exempt status. Not funded: Expenses already incurred.

Rapid Response Grant

Peaks Island Fund Inc

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Funding Amount

Up to US $1,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Public schools.
Indian tribal governments (or political subdivisions) recognized by the Department of the Interior.

Required status

Tax-exempt status
Groups without any tax status may apply with a fiscal sponsor that is an eligible organization as described above,To receive a grant, an organization or project must:Serve Peaks Island community members.

Other requirements

Public agencies working for the State of Maine.
Have potential for continuing impact on the community.
Include clear financial documentation (purchases of equipment or services must include estimates provided by external contractors).

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Eligibility includes nonprofits, municipalities, and public schools, while ineligible expenses encompass food, political campaigns, and previously incurred costs.
Not eligible: Ineligible expensesFood, promotional materials, etc.
Not eligible: Paper, ink, or telephone contracts.
Not eligible: Programs or activities that are continuing or have already occurred.
Not eligible: Fees related to receiving nonprofit 501-c-3 status.
Not eligible: Expenses already incurred
Not eligible: Political campaignsLobbying.
Not eligible: Religious activities, including but not limited to,religious services, promotion of religious beliefs, or activities that are restricted to church or religious group membership.
Not eligible: Endowments, capital campaigns, or annual appeals

Overview

The Rapid Response Grants by Peaks Island Fund provide quick funding for unexpected needs, awarding up to $1,000. These grants support various initiatives, including software, equipment, professional training, community events, and essential repairs. Priority is given to projects that positively impact the island community, enhance medical and social services, and improve access to educational programs while preserving the environment. Eligibility includes nonprofits, municipalities, and public schools, while ineligible expenses encompass food, political campaigns, and previously incurred costs.

Rapid Response Grants provide funds for new or unexpected needs that do not fit the timeline for Regular Grants. The maximum award is $1,000. They fund needs such as:
Software, equipment and/or fees that are needed for the organization to deliver servicesSpecial training and professional development, such as attending conferences, or workshops that will improve skills or future professional opportunities.ProgrammingBuilding repairsCommunity events
What we fund
Peaks Island Fund gives priority to projects or organizations that enrich the island community by:
Reducing economic barriers to living on the islandSupporting services that enhance medical and social needs of islandersProviding enhanced access to educational and enrichment programsPreserving and protecting the island environment

Eligibility

Eligible organizationsNonprofit, charitable organizations tax-exempt under section 501-c-3 of the Internal Revenue CodeMunicipalitiesPublic schoolsPublic agencies working for the State of MaineIndian tribal governments (or political subdivisions) recognized by the Department of the InteriorGroups without any tax status may apply with a fiscal sponsor that is an eligible organization as described above,To receive a grant, an organization or project must:Serve Peaks Island community members.Have potential for continuing impact on the community.Include clear financial documentation (purchases of equipment or services must include estimates provided by external contractors).

Ineligibility

Ineligible expensesFood, promotional materials, etc.Paper, ink, or telephone contracts.Programs or activities that are continuing or have already occurred.Fees related to receiving nonprofit 501-c-3 status.Without exception, we will not fund:Expenses already incurredPolitical campaignsLobbyingReligious activities, including but not limited to,religious services, promotion of religious beliefs, or activities that are restricted to church or religious group membership.Endowments, capital campaigns, or annual appeals