You have a chance to make a real difference in your community. By applying for this program, you'll gain access to funding that supports initiatives aimed at reducing tobacco use among American Indian and Alaskan Native communities in California. This is an opportunity to not only improve public health but also strengthen your organization’s capacity and impact.

The program focuses on collaboration and community engagement, equipping you with the resources to implement effective tobacco prevention strategies. By being part of this initiative, you can lead meaningful change, enhance health education efforts, and create a healthier environment for everyone. Additionally, the emphasis on policy and systems change ensures that your work will have lasting effects, helping to reduce tobacco-related issues in your area.

Applying is straightforward. There are no minimum or maximum revenue requirements, allowing organizations of all sizes to participate. If selected, you'll be positioned to make a significant impact while receiving the support necessary to amplify your mission. This is your chance to drive positive change and contribute to a healthier future for your community.

Type of Financing
This program offers grants specifically designed for non-profit organizations and tribal consortia. These grants do not require repayment, allowing you to focus solely on your initiatives.

Eligible Expenses
You can use the funds for a variety of purposes, including:

• Building capacity and skills among tribal members and staff.
• Implementing tobacco use prevention and reduction interventions.
• Providing health education services.
• Engaging community residents in tobacco prevention and cessation efforts.
• Supporting policy and systems changes within your community.

Restrictions and Fees
The funds cannot be used for promoting commercial tobacco products or activities that undermine traditional or ceremonial tobacco usage. As for fees, this program does not associate any hidden costs or extraneous charges with the grant, making it straightforward for you to utilize the funding effectively.

• Type of Organization: Must be a non-profit organization or tribal consortia.
• Location: Must operate in California.
• Profit Structure: Must be Not For Profit.
• Employee Requirements: No minimum or maximum number of employees required.
• Revenue Requirements: No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.
• Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.

Disqualifications:

• Entities that are not non-profits or tribal consortia are disqualified.
• For-profit organizations are not eligible for this program.

This program offers funding opportunities for nonprofits and tribal consortia focused on reducing tobacco use in American Indian and Alaskan Native communities throughout California. By participating, your business can receive support for initiatives that promote tobacco prevention and health education. This means you can work on strategies that truly benefit your community.

You can use the funding to build capacity among tribal members and support community engagement. You’ll be working to implement effective tobacco prevention campaigns and develop policies that promote healthier lifestyles. Your work will directly influence the reduction of tobacco-related issues in your area.

The program emphasizes collaboration and community involvement, ensuring that you have the tools and partnerships needed to make a significant impact. While there is no set amount for funding, the opportunity to drive meaningful change in your community is what this program is all about.