MiSpace Grant Program
Empowering Chicago’s youth through community-driven mental wellness programs
Grant Details
Mielle Cares is proud to offer $1 million in funding through the ‘MiSpace’ Grant, awarding Chicago-based nonprofit community centers. This grant is designed to fund the creation and maintenance of mental wellness programs for underserved preteens and teens (ages 11-18). We are excited to equip young people with essential tools for building emotional resilience, creativity, and well-being.
Individual awards range from $75,000 to $500,000 to support a wide range of therapeutic programs, such as:
- Art Therapy
- Dance Therapy
- Music Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Therapies
- Narrative Therapy
- Group Therapy Sessions
We believe every young person deserves access to transformative mental health resources. Through this funding, Mielle Cares aims to foster emotional intelligence, self-expression, and a foundation for lifelong well-being within underserved communities, empowering the next generation with the support they need to thrive.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible community
centers must:
- Must be a non-profit community center based in Chicago, Illinois.
- Center must have been in operation for at least 5 years.
- Serve preteens and teens, with at least 51% of participants coming from disadvantaged or underserved backgrounds.
- Commit to offering at least three mental wellness programs focused on emotional and mental health.
Ready to make a difference in your community?
Here’s how you can apply for the MiSpace Grant:
- Review the Application Package
- Submit your proposal. Complete the application by detailing how your programs will address the mental wellness needs of underserved youth.
- Meet the Deadline. Applications are due by December 30, 2024.
Important Dates
- Application Launch:
November 4, 2024 - Informational Webinar:
November 11, 2024 - Submission Deadline:
December 30, 2024 - Award Announcement:
February 3, 2025
We're here to help!
Join our Informational Webinar on November 11th for guidance on the application process. If you have any questions, please contact us at wecare@miellecares.org.
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Through the Mielle Cares MiSpace Grant, we’re making a lasting investment in the future of Chicago’s youth. Help us empower the next generation to thrive mentally, emotionally, and creatively.
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