Here are some opportunities for Focus Fairies 1)Chicago Foundation for Women – Community Grants - Funder: Chicago Foundation for Women - Award Size: ~$10,000–$25,000 - Deadline: Annual (typically late winter/early spring) - Geographic Eligibility: Chicago-area nonprofits - Key Requirements: Advancing gender equity and leadership for women and girls - Why Fit: Your focus on Black & Brown girls’ leadership and empowerment aligns with CFW’s mission. - Fit: 5/5 | Effort: 3/5 - Link: https://www.chicagowomenshealth.org/grants/ 2) Chicago Community Trust – Youth & Family Initiatives - Funder: The Chicago Community Trust - Award Size: ~$25,000–$50,000 - Deadline: Annual (varies by initiative) - Geographic Eligibility: Chicago region - Key Requirements: Nonprofit with impactful community programs - Why Fit: Funding youth empowerment, violence prevention, community resilience — directly complements your trauma-informed mentoring. - Fit: 5/5 | Effort: 4/5 - Link: https://cct.org/our-work/ if You want to be on the next list, please comment below with your Website or the name of your organization, mission, location, and a little bit about your program.

I will start posting grant opportunities here starting this Friday. post your organization below, and i will connect you to the right opportunity.