March 18, 2009 – Mini-grants are now available to Virgin Islands government agencies and non-government organizations through the Department of Human Services (DHS) for existing non-school-hour programs. Total funding available for this program is $261,588 for the period ending Sept. 30, 2010. The practical budget range is $5,000 to $10,000 per applicant.
Programs must be geared toward assisting with the purchase of computer equipment and supplies, hiring instructors, or developing innovative program activities that provide youth with safe, drug-free environments, tutorial services, unique experiences and/or supervised activities, according to a press release from DHS.
Completed applications in four sets [one original and three copies] must be received by the DHS Offices, 1303 Hospital Ground, Knud Hansen Complex or Commissioner Office in Golden Rock on St. Croix no later than 4 p.m., on Monday, May 4. 2009.
For additional information or technical assistance, call Clarrisa Belleau at 774-1166.