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INCLUSIVE ECONOMY FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Reconnecting Youth to Economic and Education Opportunities
Research indicates that about 14 percent of Forsyth County’s youth ages 16-24 are considered “disconnected,” meaning they are not currently engaged in the education system or economic opportunities. Locally, the Trust is supporting organizations to convene and implement community-informed action plans for reconnecting youth, particularly youth of color, to educational opportunities and living wage jobs. The goal of this work is to identify opportunities and gaps for what is needed to effect lasting change in Forsyth County.
Steps to Apply
Overview
Goal
Increase the percentage of disconnected youth in Forsyth County who move into living wage jobs.
Strategy
Conduct broad-based communications, community education, and advocacy efforts that advance goals.
Convene, facilitate, and coordinate stakeholders to collectively address goals. This could include better coordination within and across systems and regularly convening community partners.
Build community, organizational, and individual capacity in areas with low incomes so that historically marginalized populations can participate in economic, education, and community improvement efforts.
Timeframe for Applications
Call-by date: January 24, 2025
Application deadline: February 6, 2025
Geographic Focus
Forsyth County
Documents & Resources
Next Steps
If you think you are a fit, assess your eligibility below and then contact us to apply. Or, view all funding opportunities here.
Details
Research indicates that about 14 percent of Forsyth County’s youth ages 16-24 are considered “disconnected,” meaning they are not currently engaged in the education system or economic opportunities. Grassroots organizations and institutions are convening in Forsyth County and having conversations with community leaders and youth to address this issue and develop an action plan.
The goal of this work is to identify opportunities and gaps for what is needed to effect lasting change in Forsyth County. The Trust is interested in hearing from organizations implementing this action plan. Efforts could include communications and advocacy campaigns, community engagement and public education work, capacity building, and convening partners. Organizations responding to this opportunity should have been involved, or show a willingness to get involved, in planning and convening with other community groups. The aim of this effort is to remove barriers to employment and education for youth who have been disconnected.
Eligibility Requirements
Before applying, consider the following questions and requirements:
- Is your organization or work a good fit with the Trust?
- Are you located or operating in North Carolina?
- Does your work focus on improving quality of life and health for North Carolinians with low incomes?
- Do you primarily support populations experiencing poverty?
- These populations include: individuals living at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level; the uninsured; and those eligible for Medicaid and/or the free/reduced school lunch program.
- Are your clients (or focus population) residents of North Carolina? If yes, then you may fit our geographic criteria.
Organizations the Trust WILL fund:
- Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations
- Governmental entities
Organizations the Trust WILL NOT fund:
- Individuals
- Faith-based organizations without 501(c)(3)
- Type III supporting organizations
- Organizations providing pass-through funds to an ineligible organization
Eligible? Contact us to schedule a consultation.