The City of Doral's annual grant opportunity for local nonprofits has officially opened. The Community Based Organization (CBO) Grant cycle for the year 2025 began accepting digital applications earlier this week, with the deadline set for March 7 at 3:30 p.m. Aimed at charitable groups within Doral city limits, qualified applicants must hold either a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) designation to be eligible for a slice of the funding pie, with caps at $5,000 per organization per fiscal year.
Mayor Christi Fraga underscored the program's importance, stating in an announcement, "The CBO grants are a vital part of our efforts to empower local organizations and enhance the quality of life for our residents. By fostering these partnerships, we’re investing in innovative programs that uplift our community and deliver the exceptional opportunities our residents deserve." This sentiment was mentioned on the City's official website, where more details on the grant are provided, including specifics on application requirements.
The grant categories cover a broad spectrum of community services, including Community Development, Education, Health/Human Services, Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement, and Environment. Throughout its history, the program has extended aid to various key players in the local landscape, such as Miami Youth Orchestra, Bridge for Hope Inc., and the Girl Scouts of USA. Aiming for a transparent and accessible application process, all submissions must be completed through the City’s completely digital system, as per the city's announcement.
Non-profits seeking support for their initiatives aimed at perpetuating growth and assistance in Doral can find full requirements, as well as file their applications, via the City’s CBO website. Inquiries and requests for pre-application meetings can be made by contacting the city through [email protected], as indicated in the official call to action. For those interested, reach out directly to Maggie Forster for media inquiries at [email protected], as organizations prepare to make their cases for a piece of this year's funding allocations.
