Funding Opportunities

Each year, eligible individuals and groups are encouraged to apply for support for events, short-term projects, and long-term initiatives  through our sponsorship and grant programs. This giving occurs in cycles, with applications accepted during the periods outlined below.

Grants

Grants made by the Alliance come through two funds: one managed by Alliance members and the other directed by our Community Advisory Committee. When requests for proposals are available, information will be included below. To see examples of previous RFPs visit our archive. To learn more about projects we are supporting or have supported in the past, see here.

Grantee Technical Assistance Fund

This fund provides previous or current NJBEFA grantees with mini-grants of up to $5,000 to support access to professional development, consulting services, or technical support in areas such as: strategic planning, financial management, program evaluation, marketing and communications, or technology upgrades. Applications open in June and September.

Birth Worker Mutual Aid Fund

Our mutual aid fund is designed to center the wellness and care of perinatal workers in the tristate area (NJ/NYC/PA/Connecticut) by providing direct access to $500 wellness stipends. These funds are meant to support the holistic well-being of perinatal workers, helping them recharge and sustain themselves in this work.

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We believe that wellness is the state of being whole and cared for in mind, body, and spirit. When perinatal health workers are supported in their wellness, they can continue to provide compassionate care for their communities while also maintaining their own well-being.

Sponsorships

The Sponsorship Fund provides grants to grassroots organizations hosting community-driven events focused on promoting perinatal health in Black, Indigenous, and Latine communities. Sponsorships for standalone events or short-term programs are typically available on a quarterly basis. When applications are open, they will be accessible on this page.

For questions about support outside of our open submission periods, contact us here.