Berkshire First Five

February 20, 2024

The First Five from Berkshire Funding Focus includes a mix of content for nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and businesses. See the BFF website for more - or contact kpelto@berkshireplanning.org.

Federal Grants

New! Advancing Health Equity in Asthma Control through EXHALE Strategies seeks to improve the health and quality of life for people living with asthma.

Community-based coalitions addressing youth substance abuse that have not previously received a Drug Free Communities grant can apply for up to $125,000 per year for five years.

State Grants

Proposals are due on April 5, 2024 to:

Dam, Levee, and Seawall Repair and Removal Grant Program for design and engineering or construction projects.
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program for marketing, promotion, research and development, and expanding access to specialty crops (fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, horticulture, and nursery crops).

Workshop Series

How to Plan and Start a Business

Berkshire Community College Workforce Development

Wednesdays, February 28 through April 10, 5:45 - 7:15 p.m., in person

Learn how to generate business ideas, understand your customers, build a strong brand, market your product and bounce back from setbacks.

Grant Opportunity Webinars

Community One Stop for Growth - New - Grant Program Webinars!

All One Stop grant programs have posted pre-recorded webinars to provide guidance to applicants.

View One Stop Webinars Here

Drug Free Communities Grant New Applicant Training

February 22, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Advancing Health Equity in Asthma Control through EXHALE Strategies

March 8, 2024 2:00 p.m.

Grants and Equity Advocacy

Take the Massachusetts Justice40 Working Group's survey on the state's Climate Pollution Reduction Grant application to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

About Berkshire Funding Focus

Berkshire Funding Focus (BFF), a regional initiative housed at BRPC, supports Berkshire County towns, businesses, nonprofits, and schools seeking state and federal funds to aid with recovery and rebuilding efforts. Learn more here: www.berkshirefundingfocus.org.

Have questions? Contact Recovery Grant Specialist Karen Pelto. We look forward to helping you find opportunities and resources that are right for you.

Berkshire Funding Focus