Macon Violence Prevention Grant Program
The Macon Violence Prevention Grant funds youth-focused programs in Macon-Bibb County that use mentorship and positive activities to reduce violent crime, emphasizing evidence-based impact and community collaboration.
Funder: Community Foundation of Central Georgia
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 or $20,000 per award; approx. $350,000 total available per cycle; one award level per organization per cycle.
Summary: Supports Macon-Bibb County organizations working to reduce violent crime through youth engagement, mentorship, and positive community activities.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) public charities or faith-based organizations based and operating in Macon-Bibb County are eligible.
Description
The Macon Violence Prevention Grant Program, administered by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia in partnership with Macon-Bibb County, funds local charitable and faith-based organizations focused on reducing and preventing violent crime. The program prioritizes initiatives that engage youth through afterschool programs, seasonal break activities, mentoring, and other positive extracurricular opportunities, especially in areas of the county with the highest crime rates. Emphasis is placed on community impact, collaboration, and alignment with the county’s violence prevention strategic plan. Grants are not available for organizations or projects that are not youth-focused, are not 501(c)(3) public charities or faith-based entities, or operate outside Macon-Bibb County.
