News for Nonprofits - October 2025 |
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Do you serve one of Central Florida’s communities working to build greater economic opportunity, such as Pine Hills, Mercy Drive, West Winter Park, Downtown Orlando (Parramore Plus), Apopka, East Winter Garden, Oak Ridge, Pine Castle, Holden Heights, Bithlo, Tangelo Park, Azalea Park, or Eatonville? The Thriving Together Collaborative, hosted by the Central Florida Foundation, has released a Request for Proposals for nonprofit organizations focused on advancing economic stability and resilience. This cohort-led initiative brings local leaders together to design and launch collaborative, community-driven projects that help families and neighborhoods thrive. 📅Mark your calendar with these important dates: - Application opens October 20, 2025
- Information Session: October 22, 3PM- 4PM
- Join us to learn more about the RFP process and eligibility requirements: Register here
- Application closes November 7, 2025
💻Nonprofit Search Profile - Click here to create a profile in Nonprofit Search for the first time, or click here to download the Guide to Claim or Create a profile.
- New Nonprofit Search profiles must be submitted for review by October 27, 2025.
- Existing Nonprofit Search profiles must be submitted for review by October 31, 2025.
- For any Nonprofit Search related questions, please contact Susan Ponce at nps@cffound.org.
Ready to Apply? Log into your MyGrant account*. Access Code: TTC2025 *If your organization has previously applied for a grant through this portal, please sign in using your existing credentials. If you've never created a MyGrant Account, please contact Alissa Mahadeo at amahadeo@cffound.org. If you’re unsure who within your organization has access to the MyGrant portal, contact Susan Ponce sponce@cffound.org for assistance. |
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We are now offering Nonprofit Search self-schedule help appointments via Zoom with Susan Ponce, our Community Investment Coordinator and Nonprofit Search manager. Simply click on the button below to schedule a 30-minute virtual help session. Scheduling a session with Susan might be helpful if you are new to Nonprofit Search, have questions about getting your profile active (live), or have an active profile but have additional questions about how to use Nonprofit Search effectively. Don't forget: we have an entire page dedicated to helping you with your Nonprofit Search profile here. We look forward to connecting with you! |
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GRANT & EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES |
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The City of Winter Garden is excited to announce our grant process and program for non-profit organizations focused on supporting initiatives that enhance community support and family stability, promote economic empowerment and sustainable development, and prioritize health and wellness support for our residents. These grants are to support the capability, programs, or operations of nonprofits located in and/or serving Winter Garden. Learn more about the City of Winter Garden grants by clicking below. |
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Funding Opportunity The UCF Lake Nona Hospital Community Benefit Fund, created through a joint venture between an HCA affiliate and UCF Academic Health Inc., is solely funded by the UCF Lake Nona Hospital. $50,000 in funding is available (up to $10,000 per grant) for community-based nonprofit organizations whose projects align with the UCF Lake Nona Hospital Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) 2023–2026 priority areas. Eligible project focus areas include: - Heart Disease and Stroke
- Maternal Child Health
- Unintentional Injuries
Priority consideration will be given to projects serving residents within the hospital’s designated primary and secondary ZIP code service areas. Funded initiatives will support activities taking place January through December 2026. Key Details: - Application Deadline: November 17, 2025
- Proposal Length: Maximum of three pages
- Guidelines: See the attached Request for Proposals for full requirements
This is an exciting opportunity to advance our shared mission of improving community health while strengthening the impact of local organizations across Central Florida. Thank you for your continued dedication to the well-being of our community. |
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Request for Survey Reponses Central Florida Diaper Bank (CFLDB) is embarking on a strategic planning process, and your community input is crucial. For over 30 years, CFLDB has been a vital resource for thousands of families, distributing millions of diapers and hygiene products annually. Your responses to this 15-minute survey are essential for CFLDB to develop a strategic plan that promotes dignity, opportunity, and health in our community. Every response will strengthen the organization’s vision and impact. Please take a few moments to complete the survey at https://sharityglobal.typeform.com/CFLDB-Survey and share it with others. By contributing your voice, you play a vital role in shaping the future of the Central Florida Diaper Bank’s programs and services. Thank you for your time and community engagement. |
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Educational Film Screening Human Trafficking Awareness Series Experience the powerful short film "I See Rose: The Story of Sparkle" and stay for a heartfelt conversation with filmmaker Sarah Ricks. November 6th 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Venue on Lake Lily / Maitland Civic Center This free event is open to the public and presented in collaboration with Rotary District 6980. Together we can #StopHumanTrafficking! |
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Find more nonprofit resources on Central Florida Foundation's website here. |
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