Grant application open to groups that work to prevent substance use/misuse in underserved communities
Kentucky Health News
The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky is accepting grant applications for its Partnerships for Success Grants, for programs that enhance and support grassroots work to prevent alcohol, tobacco and marijuana use/misuse in BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) communities in Kentucky.
“Applicants should focus on reducing alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana use/misuse and related consequences by implementing evidence-based prevention programs, practices, and policies that are trauma and resilience informed, culturally responsive, equitable and inclusive,” according to the news release.
Grant size will vary based on the scope of the project. Eligible organizations may apply for grants of up to $50,000. Applications are due by Jan. 3.
The foundation is requesting proposals for projects that meet these goals:
- Focus on BIPOC communities
- Authentically center BIPOC Kentuckians and communities in the project, including through leadership and decision-making power
- Work to improve behavioral health outcomes by reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors in their communities
- Have goals for the grant period that are clear, feasible and aligned with the goal of the Partnerships For Success (PFS) grant
- Demonstrate that the organization can achieve the goals outlined in the proposal with the budget, timeline and staff capacity indicated;
- Focus on a substance use (alcohol, marijuana and/or tobacco) issue or challenge identified by BIPOC Kentuckians who live and work as part of their community
This project is supported by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Go to https://healthy-ky.org/ky-partnerships-for-success to learn more about the grant and to download the application.