Grant Programs

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The Herb Block Foundation’s grant programs support initiatives that defend basic freedoms, find pathways out of poverty and encourage civic responsibility.

"PULL OVER TO THE CURB"
Letters of Inquiry Due: 10/2/2024

This program helps safeguard the basic freedoms guaranteed in our Bill of Rights, to help eliminate all forms of prejudice and discrimination, and to assist government agencies to be more accountable to the public.

SCHOOL BELL
Letters of Inquiry Due: 2/05/2025
This program will focus on helping needy young people and adults gain a quality education. For projects serving youth, The Herb Block Foundation seeks proposals which focus on improving student achievement and healthy development of young people. Projects may include in-school and community-based educational programs, after-school activities, and mentoring programs. Programs designed to increase high school graduation rates are encouraged to apply.
STILL GRASPING IN HIS HAND OF ICE
Full Proposals invited: 7/16/24

The Herb Block Foundation seeks to help ensure a responsible, responsive democratic government through citizen involvement. Proposals may focus on citizen education and greater voter participation in the electoral process.