Opportunity Detail
Milbank Foundation Grants
Milbank Foundation
Open
R4: NHELP as Vehicle
4.17
High Priority
Amount
$50K - $200K
Deadline
Rolling
LOI Required
No
Funder Type
Private Foundation
Milbank Foundation Grants
ID: MILBANK-006 Funder: Milbank Foundation Type: Private Foundation Priority: 🔴 HIGH PRIORITY Weighted Score: 4.15
Quick Facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Award Range | $50,000 - $200,000 |
| Typical Award | $100,000 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
| Grant Duration | 12 months |
| Renewable | Yes |
| Geographic Focus | National |
Opportunity Summary
The Milbank Foundation supports community-based organizations serving vulnerable populations. Multiple priorities align directly with NeighborhoodHELP populations.
Funding Priorities
- People with disabilities
- Veterans
- Seniors aging in place
- Mental health services
- Suicide prevention
- Youth development
Key Requirements
- 501(c)(3) status
- Community-based service model
- Measurable outcomes
- Focus on vulnerable populations
Strategic Fit
Alignment with FIU Programs
| Factor | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Thrive Platform | STRONG - Screens for mental health, aging needs |
| NeighborhoodHELP | STRONG - Serves seniors, veterans, disabilities |
| Innovation Story | AI-powered screening for aging-in-place needs |
Population Overlap
- NHELP serves seniors in Miami-Dade
- Mental health screening via Thrive
- Veterans in service area
- Disability services through community referrals
Recommended Framing
"NeighborhoodHELP proposes to expand mobile health services for seniors aging in place in Miami-Dade County, leveraging FIU Thrive's AI-powered screening to identify unmet needs and connect vulnerable residents with community resources..."
Application Process
Online Application
- Register on GrantInterface portal
- Submit proposal and organizational documents
- Rolling review process
Required Documents
- Proposal narrative
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational documents
- 501(c)(3) documentation
Application Portal
- URL: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=jmandmilbankfoundations
- Format: Online portal (GrantInterface)
Action Items
- Register on GrantInterface portal
- Compile data on NHELP senior population served
- Document mental health screening outcomes
- Identify veteran service statistics
- Draft proposal emphasizing aging-in-place support
- Prepare budget ($50K-$200K range)
Contacts
- Application Portal: GrantInterface
Notes
- HIGH PRIORITY - Multiple priority areas match NHELP
- Seniors aging in place = strong framing opportunity
- Mental health screening via Thrive aligns well
- Consider for CHW expansion or senior-focused services
- Renewable funding possible for sustained programs
Alignment Scores
4.17
Weighted Score
Funder Alignment4.5
Capability Match4.5
Success Probability3.5
Strategic Value4.0
Resource Efficiency4.0
Strategic Notes
HIGH PRIORITY - Multiple priorities match NHELP: seniors/aging in place/mental health.