Several funding opportunities are available for organizations who
recognize the value of our aging U.S. population. The first funding
opportunity is a grant available from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS)
to provide Senior Corps RSVP programs (volunteers aged 55+). Funding
will be provided to projects which support older volunteers who are
serving their communities meeting local needs through a diverse range of
activities. Technical Assistance calls are being held this week and
next. Applications are due October 11. Click here to learn more about this funding opportunity and to apply for the grant.
The second funding opportunity is being provided by LeadingAge
through its Innovations Fund. $100,000 is being made available this
year to groups for projects that meet the needs of lower income elderly
individuals through combined housing and other services which would
allow for aging in place. Specifically, proposals should match one or
more area of emphasis. This grant identifies self-management and
chronic care management health and wellness programs within one of those
areas of emphasis. Applications are due October 30 with priority
provided to applications received prior to September 30. Click here to learn more about this funding opportunity and to apply for the grant.