Berkshire First Five

December 4, 2023

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

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant Program invests in surface transportation infrastructure that will have a significant local or regional impact.

State Grants

Schools and Districts can apply for up to $50,000 from an Emergency Management Planning Grant to create and maintain safe, healthy, and inclusive learning environments through emergency management planning and threat assessment.

Webinar

How to Use the Online Registration and Filing Portal for Public Charities

Massachusetts Attorney General's Office

Tuesday, December 12 at 10:30 a.m. online

Last chance for this live demonstration of the new Charity Portal for nonprofits.

Training

Introduction to Grants Research

Philanthropy Massachusetts

Tuesday, December 12 from 10:00 a.m. to Noon

This introductory program is for grant seekers who are new to the process or who would like to brush up their skills.

Grants and Equity Advocacy

Municipalities who are applying for federal grants can use the Federal Grant Intake Form to inform the Massachusetts Federal Funds & Infrastructure Office of any support they need.

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 your municipality or school.

Berkshire Funding Focus