The Escambia Children’s Trust (ECT) announces an innovative funding initiative to strengthen local youth services through its new Community, Access, Resilience, and Empowerment (CARE) Micro-Grants program. This strategic investment aims to enhance support for organizations serving at-risk youth in our community.
The CARE Micro-Grants will provide up to $50,000 in one-time funding to qualified local organizations, focusing on programs demonstrating excellence in advocacy, training, and community engagement. Selected programs will operate within a 12-month project period, beginning no earlier than May 1 and concluding by April 30, 2026.
“Through the CARE framework, we’re investing in programs that build resilience and create lasting positive change for our youth,” ECT Communications Coordinator Michael Moore stated in the ECT announcement. “These micro-grants represent our commitment to supporting organizations that share our vision for a stronger, more empowered community.”
Eligible organizations must demonstrate:
– Established presence in the local community
– Fiscal responsibility and sound management
– Proven track record of high-quality service delivery
– Alignment with ECT’s mission to serve at-risk youth
– Focus on key areas, including health, education, and environmental sustainability
The application process is now open, with submissions due by 5 p.m. on March 7. Interested organizations can access detailed information about RFP #2025-01, including complete application guidelines and submission requirements, through the RFP/ITB tab at escambiachildrenstrust.org.
- The CARE Micro-Grants program reflects ECT’s commitment to fostering community engagement and building resilience among local youth-serving organizations. By providing targeted financial support, ECT aims to amplify the impact of existing programs and create new opportunities for positive youth development.
For additional information about the CARE Micro-Grants program and other ECT initiatives, please visit www.escambiachildrenstrust.org.
