Next Gen South Grant Program

The Delaware Community Foundation is seeking applications for its Next Gen South Grant Program to support programs for addiction treatment, family services, emergency housing and homelessness prevention.  Donor Name: Delaware Community Foundation State: Delaware County: Kent County (DE), Sussex County (DE) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Next Gen South is a philanthropic organization that was created and is directed by young professionals living and working in Kent and Sussex Counties. Next Gen South utilizes many of the Delaware Community Foundation’s resources, but members have established their own structure to raise funds and support the community.  Next Gen South has support of initiatives that address underlying social challenges faced by the most vulnerable Delawareans in Kent and Sussex Counties. The focus of the organization changes periodically based on the needs of the communities they serve. Funding Information The Next Gen South Grant total is $10,000. Eligibility Criteria Only nonprofit organizations within the state of Delaware that have a 501(c)(3) designation by the Internal Revenue Service are eligible to apply. Agencies receiving Next Gen South grants must serve the state of Delaware and its residents without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin or sexual orientation. The foundation is interested in initiatives that Demonstrate vision, effectiveness, good management and action for positive change. Encourage collaboration between agencies and reduce duplication of services. Leverage funds from other sources. Create a sense of community through neighborhood involvement and outreach. Include an evaluation component. For more information, visit Delaware Community Foundation.