Stop Trafficking on the Plains' Grants

The Stop Trafficking on the Plains Fund, managed by the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation, aims to address unmet charitable needs to combat trafficking primarily in Hall County. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to eligible 501(c)(3) organizations and governmental agencies. Initiatives focus on education, justice, and support for victims. Applications are accepted year-round, with quarterly reviews, encouraging community collaboration and sustainability in addressing trafficking issues.

NOTE: This grant cycle accepts applications throughout the year starting January 1st. Applications will be reviewed quarterly.
The Stop Trafficking on the Plains (STOP) Fund at the Greater Grand Island Community Foundation is designed to address unmet charitable needs and unique program opportunities that create, educate, and assist with solutions to eliminate trafficking in the Greater Grand Island area, primarily Hall County. The Foundation reviews requests and awards grants up to $5,000 based on the project and the availability of funds. It is strongly recommended that before beginning a grant application, you contact the Foundation staff to discuss your organization and the program and/or project for which you are seeking funding.
Requests must fall into one of the initiatives below, please reach out if you are unsure the project/program fits within the intent of the fund.
Education and Prevention - These grants should focus on preventing new victims through education and increased awareness of trafficking.Justice - Protocols, screening tools, creating and enforcing laws that prosecute, incarcerate, and/or deter criminals and protect victims.Support/Treatment - Restoration, rehabilitation, and healing trauma from trafficking. Basic needs; housing, medical, counseling, social, or cognitive therapy. Programs to help address substance abuse.

Eligibility

The STOP Fund awards grants to both private and public organizations. To be eligible for a grant, organizations must be classified as either a 501(c)(3) by the Internal Revenue Service or as a governmental agency. Organizations may only apply once per 12 month period and, if prior funding has been received, a final grant evaluation must be completed and accepted before applying for any additional funding. The STOP Fund serves the Greater Grand Island area: Hall, Hamilton, Howard, Merrick, and Adam counties are eligible, preference will be given to Hall County.

Ineligibility

Grants for the following purposes will NOT be considered:To individuals.Religious or political purposes.Endowments, capital campaigns (unless with special exception), or annual fund drives.Fundraising event sponsorships or creation of fundraising event collateral materials.Programs that create an indefinite, long-term commitment by the STOP Fund or Greater Grand Island Community Foundation.Requests for additional funding for projects that have already been approved or funded.For ongoing projects or programs, applicants must address funding for maintenance and operations.Incomplete requests.