Emerging Needs & Opportunity (ENO) Grants are one-time grants that respond to needs and opportunities that impact the delivery of critical human services to individuals and families in Howard County. ENO Grants will be awarded for specific, time-sensitive projects. Projects may address community needs that arise out of emergencies or crises, as well as emerging opportunities that have the potential for measurable impact in the areas of Basic Human Needs and/or Safety and Security. The purpose of these one-time grants is to support nonprofit organizations in effectively responding to critical human services needs and can be used to support the following:
Focus Areas:
Level I: Basic Human Needs
A thriving community starts with everyone having the ability to equitably access basic needs for themselves and their families. OCP provides targeted CSP grants through its Basic Human Needs funding area of focus to nonprofits serving individuals and families who lack access to adequate resources or are facing financial hardships in the following areas:
Level II: Safety and Security
Achieving the vision of connected, resilient and thriving communities means reaching beyond basic human needs to address safety and security needs of Howard County residents. To continue building the foundation for all residents to equitably access opportunities, grow and thrive, OCP will invest in the resources individuals need to create a better future for themselves and their families, ultimately leading to a stronger community. Through its Safety and Security funding area of focus, OCP will provide CSP grants to nonprofits serving individuals and families in the following areas:
