Gun Violence Prevention Grant (GVPG)

Description

Gun violence is a critical public health issue in Alachua County, Florida, with disproportionate impacts on young people, communities of color, and historically underserved neighborhoods. The County seeks to adopt a Public Health Model to prevent and reduce gun violence by addressing root causes and promoting protective factors at individual, relational, community, and societal levels. The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners (hereinafter referred to as "Board") is seeking applications from the following, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, Faith-based organizations, Schools and educational institutions, Health and behavioral health providers, Local government departments and agencies, and Grassroots organizations that have a physical business location in Alachua County (hereinafter, referred to as "Applicant") for this Request for Application for Gun Violence Prevention Grant Initiative (hereinafter known as “GVPG”). Recipients of grant awards from RFA 25-44-PM are eligible to apply and may be evaluated based on successful completion of their current grant fund.