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 Chicagoland area-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 Here
- Submit your application. Complete the application by detailing how your programs will address the mental wellness needs of underserved youth.
- Meet the Deadline. Applications are due by May 5, 2025 at 11:59 pm CST.
Important Dates
- Application Launch:
March 3, 2025 - Informational Webinar:
Coming Soon - Submission Deadline:
May 5th, 2025 at 11:59 pm - Award Announcement:
Spring 2025
We're here to help!
If you have any questions, please contact us at wecare@miellecares.org.
Register for the Mielle Cares MiSpace Grant Webinar!
Join us on May 18th at 11 AM CT for an exclusive webinar on the Mielle Cares MiSpace Grant, where you'll learn about eligibility, the application process, key deadlines, and get your questions answered in a live Q&A session.
Support the Mission
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