By Nneka Nwogwugwu
Nonprofit organisations can now apply for the BGE Community Safety Grant, a funding opportunity aimed at supporting initiatives that promote safety and well-being within local communities.
The grant focuses on projects that address urgent neighbourhood needs while fostering a culture of safety through collaboration with community partners and emergency services.
Grant Amounts: $2,500 to $10,000
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be nonprofit organisations whose proposed projects align with one or more of the following focus areas:
1. Neighborhood and Community Placemaking
Funding support for initiatives that enhance public spaces to create safer, more vibrant communities. Examples include:
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Installing lighting in alleys and shared public areas
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Organizing public safety events
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Community beautification and engagement projects
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Other placemaking strategies that promote safety
2. Safe Space Support
Support for programs and services that promote mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
3. Community Emergency Response and Resilience Building
Funding for initiatives that strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience. These may include:
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Climate change prevention and mitigation
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First aid and emergency response training
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Stormwater management and water infrastructure improvements
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Water conservation and safety education
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Heat reduction and air quality improvement projects
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Energy efficiency initiatives
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Emergency response education for community members
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Distribution of supplies to resiliency hubs
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Other strategies that address local emergency preparedness needs
Application Deadline: May 16, 2025
Interested NGOs can learn more and apply through the official website.
Nonprofit organizations can apply for the BGE Community Safety Grant, which provides funding for projects aimed at enhancing safety and well-being in local communities. Grant amounts range from $2,500 to $10,000. Eligible applicants must be nonprofits with projects that align with focus areas such as Neighborhood and Community Placemaking, which includes initiatives like installing lighting in public spaces and organizing safety events.
Additional focus areas include Safe Space Support to promote mental, emotional, and physical well-being, and Community Emergency Response and Resilience Building. This includes initiatives like climate change mitigation, emergency response training, and energy efficiency programs. The application deadline for the grant is May 16, 2025, and further details can be found on the official website.
