The City of Bloomington Opens Applications for $150,000 Violence Reduction Grants

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~ Bloomington, IN- The City of Bloomington Community and Family Resources Department has announced the launch of a new project aimed at reducing violence in the community. The Violence Reduction Grants will provide annual funding for evidence-based violence prevention projects offered by neighborhood-based agencies and organizations in Bloomington.

Mayor Kerry Thomson has allocated $150,000 to support this initiative, which aims to prevent, intervene, and reduce violence in the city. Eligible applicants for the grants include non-profit organizations, neighborhood associations, resident councils, and faith communities that serve Bloomington neighborhoods. Those with proven experience in crime intervention and addressing issues related to retaliatory and youth-involved violence are especially encouraged to apply.

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The grants are intended to strengthen grassroots organizations focused on violence prevention and ensure that resources reach those who need them most. Applications that involve collaborations with two or more partners will be given preference. Eligible organizations may apply for grants up to $25,000.

Interested parties can visit bton.in/vrg24 for more information or to submit an application. The deadline for submissions is Friday, August 30th, 2024 at 5 p.m. Grant award announcements will be made no later than September 15th, 2024.

For any questions or inquiries about the Violence Reduction Grants, please contact City of Bloomington Ambassador Program Manager Charles Culp at 812-349-3430 or charles.culp@bloomington.in.gov. This project is a crucial step towards creating a safer and more peaceful community in Bloomington.

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