Douglas County offers several grant programs:
- Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
- Development Disabilities
- Philip S. Miller Grant Program
- Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) »
The CDBG program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and was created to improve the physical, economic and social conditions for low- and moderate-income residents or assist in low-income areas. Non-profits, governmental or quasi-governmental agencies are eligible to apply for grants that can be used for:
- affordable housing development
- public facilities improvements
- economic development
- public services
- home ownership
- housing services
Any project or program funded with these federal dollars must meet specific eligibility criteria set by HUD, address local priorities and goals, and meet a national objective of the program. The national objectives of the CDBG program are to:
- benefit low-to moderate-income persons;
- prevent or eliminate slum and blight conditions; or
- address an urgent community need.
Activities funded with this grant must meet one of the local objectives identified in the County’s 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan, which is the long range planning document that identifies local priority needs and goals.
Developmental Disabilities »
The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council of Douglas County developed a plan for services and supports that addresses a variety of the needs of adults with developmental disabilities. Major areas of focus include: Life in Common, Housing, Transportation, Employment, Recreation/Leisure and Health.
Douglas County Mill Levy grant funds will be used to fund projects and services that can demonstrate innovative and collaborative projects or programs in the six areas listed above. Preference will be given to best practices and the service of unmet needs. All
proposals must be approved by the Douglas County Commissioners.
Philip S. Miller Grant Program »
The Philip S. Miller Grant Program is the legacy of Douglas County
businessman and philanthropist Philip Simon Miller and his wife, Jessie. In 1980
the Millers, having no children, established The Philip S. Miller Charitable
Trust and named nine beneficiaries to receive an annual cash distribution from
income generated by the trust upon their deaths.
As one of the beneficiaries of the Philip S. Miller Charitable
Trust, Douglas County has established the Philip S. Miller Grant Program to
administer the funds received from the trust. This program supports a broad
array of services designed to enhance the quality of life of Douglas County
residents. Income from the Trust varies from year to year.
Grant applications, due each year by January 31, are awarded to organizations
serving Douglas County’s at-risk and underserved populations in health and human
services.
To qualify for a grant an applicant must:
- Be a 501(c)3 or 501(c)4 tax-exempt organization;
- Serve residents of Douglas County; and
- Provide a service that supports health and human services for at-risk and underserved populations.
Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) - Douglas County Tier III Grant »
The SCFD is a unique collaboration between rural, suburban and urban counties. The distribution budget for scientific and cultural organizations in the seven-county area is approximately $40 million annually.
Only eligible organizations may apply for SCFD funds. Visit SCFD Eligibility to learn about eligibility requirements.
Applications for Douglas County's SCFD funds must reflect support for the Douglas County Cultural Council’s Mission and Goals. DCCC’s Mission is: To serve a diverse citizenry through access, research, and communication, thereby facilitating the development of cultural opportunities in the arts, science and history. DCCC’s goals are to: Identify cultural priorities of Douglas County citizens and communities; expand the awareness of arts, sciences, and history in the County; create a countywide environment for arts, sciences, and history to flourish; and preserve and enhance the unique character of Douglas County.
2011 Grant Deadlines
The 2011 Grant deadline is April 22, 2011 at 4:00 p.m.
2011 Douglas County Tier III Grant Guidelines »
Grant applicants are also reminded to attend at least one of the SCFD grant workshops. Applicants may also sign up for interviews at the workshops. Visit SCFD for more workshop dates and locations.
| 2011 Important Grant Dates | |
| April 22 - 4:00 p.m. | GRANT DEADLINE |
| May 10 - 5:30 p.m. | Grant Application Review |
| May 14 - 8:00 a.m. | Grant Interviews |
| May 16 - 5:30 p.m. | Grant Interviews |
| May 25 - 5:30 p.m. | Grant Interviews |
| May 31 - 5:30 p.m. | Allocation |
| July 12 - 1:30 p.m. | Presentation of SCFD Funding and Allocation Recommendations to the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners |
| October 18 - 12:30 p.m. | Grant Reception |
| October 18 - 1:30 p.m. | Check Ceremony |
Grant allocation recommendations are made at the Final Grant Review and Allocation Meeting and presented to the Douglas County Commissioners for final approval.