[Missouri Department of Economic Development](https://ded.mo.gov)

May 31, 2023 (Applications Opened) | June 23, 2023 (Submission Deadline)

$25,000 flat award per eligible nonprofit; total program allocation $7,500,000; one-time funding round.

Provides financial support to Missouri nonprofits serving disadvantaged or vulnerable populations impacted by COVID-19.

One-time, first-come, first-served opportunity; not recurring.

--- ## Description This program provided one-time financial assistance to Missouri-based 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(19) nonprofit organizations that primarily serve disadvantaged, underserved, or vulnerable populations and have experienced negative impacts due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal was to help eligible nonprofits continue delivering essential services to at-risk communities throughout Missouri. Funds were distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until the total allocation of $7.5 million was expended. --- ## Due Dates - May 31, 2023: Application launch date (applications opened) - June 23, 2023: Application close date / submission deadline (applications stopped being accepted at 5:00 PM) This was a one-time funding opportunity; there are no future cycles planned. --- ## Funding Amount - Each eligible nonprofit could receive a flat $25,000 award. - Total program funding was $7,500,000. - Awards were made on a first-come, first-served basis in a single funding round. - No matching funds required. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants had to meet **all** of the following criteria: - Be a Missouri-based nonprofit with a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) IRS tax exempt status. - Have been in operation prior to March 13, 2019. - Primarily (at least 51% of clients served) provide services to disadvantaged, vulnerable, or at-risk populations residing in Missouri. - Be registered and in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State. - Be enrolled in E-Verify (if applicable). - Have experienced negative economic impact due to the COVID-19 pandemic. **Ineligible applicants included:** - Hospitals and hospital foundations - Schools and school foundations (including public, private, and charter schools) - Post-secondary education institutions and foundations - For-profit businesses, governmental entities, individuals - Entities debarred or suspended from receiving federal funds - Entities permanently closed or in bankruptcy proceedings - Organizations that received or expect to receive other Missouri DED ARPA grants (e.g., Community Revitalization Grant, DED ARPA Tourism Grant) --- ## Application Process - Applications were submitted online via the [MO DED ARPA Federal Initiatives Submission Manager](https://modedfederalinitiatives.submittable.com/submit). - Required documents included: - IRS determination letter (501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19)) - Articles of Incorporation (and amendments) - E-Verify registration/MOU (if applicable) - Completed and notarized beneficiary agreement (must match legal name on application) - Vendor input form (if not already registered as a Missouri vendor) - List of board officers/executive leadership - Narrative responses (with word limits) described the organization's services, population served, COVID-19 impact, and intended use of funds. - Only one application per entity was allowed; one per email address. - Applications could not be changed after submission, but drafts could be saved before final submission. - Award notifications were sent via Submittable. --- ## Additional Information - Funds could be used for normal operating expenses (e.g., payroll, rent, utilities, supplies, professional services) but not for capital expenditures or construction. - No demonstration of specific revenue loss was required—only a narrative of negative COVID-19 impact. - Nonprofits with only volunteers (no employees) were not required to enroll in E-Verify. - No requirement to register with SAM.gov. - If the organization already had a Missouri vendor number, a new vendor input form was not required. --- ## External Links - [Program Homepage](https://ded.mo.gov/programs/community/nonprofit-grant-program) - [Program Guidelines (PDF)](https://ded.mo.gov/media/pdf/nonprofit-grant-program-final-guidelines) - [Program FAQs (PDF)](https://ded.mo.gov/media/pdf/nonprofit-grant-program-guidelines-faqs) - [Application Portal (Submittable)](https://modedfederalinitiatives.submittable.com/submit) - [Pre-Application Training Recording (YouTube)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNR6xgwzYqI) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact Form | |------------------------|------------------------------|---------------|-----------------------------------------------| | Missouri DED Grants Team | grants@ded.mo.gov | 573.751.4962 | [DED Contact Page](https://ded.mo.gov/contact) | For specific questions about eligibility or the application process, review the program guidelines or contact the DED Grants Team directly.

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