Public Service Grant Program (PSG) builds a stronger, more stable Jacksonville by offering competitive funding for programs specifically geared toward our priority populations. The selection process of PSG awards is outlined in Chapter 118.806 and evaluated by the Public Service Grant Council.
Public Service Grants are available to nonprofits that serve categories of Most Vulnerable Persons (MVP) and/or Needs. Most Vulnerable Persons and/or Needs are groups of citizens or the common needs and traits requiring services from Requesting Agencies, whose needs have justified priority consideration over other deserving populations or groups in competition for City funding. The PSG Council assesses the needs of the community and recommends the categories of Most Vulnerable Persons and/or Needs for the upcoming fiscal year.
The FY26 application cycle will open May 2025.
Public Service Grant FY 2025 Application Funding
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FY 25 PSG Awards
How to Apply
Grant Application Process
The PSG Process is an annual, competitive application that begins in the Spring. The following is required to become eligible to apply.
- Attend a Mandatory Workshop (Two offered in May, agency represetnative(s) must attend at least one)
- Agency must be in operation for at least 3 years
- Provide a Solicitation Permit
- Provide 3 Years of Federal Tax Returns (990's)
- Provide 2 Years of Agency Fiscal Balance Sheet & Statments of Income
- Provide a Certificate of Good Standing
- Provide a Notarized PSG Application Affidavit
2024 UNF Research Study Presentation
The City of Jacksonville engaged with the University of North Florida (UNF) to research and identify best practices for process improvements for the Public Service Grants process. Please see attached presentation and report for key findings and recommendations.
Public Service Grants Research Study
Public Service Grants Research Report
Public Service Grant Council Meetings
Public Service Grants Council Monthly Meeting
Use the link and passcode below to join the Zoom Webinar, Monday, December 9, 2024, 2:00 - 4:00p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84656243952?pwd=UC92UFZtL29iSVlMb1JSZU8zRHhJQT09
Passcode: 465364
Public Service Grant Council Most Vulnerable Population (MVP) Committee Meeting
Use the link and passcode below to join the Zoom Webinar, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, 1:00p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83499637811?pwd=xR0GwGFU6MbCJtlQMgOJAlFNciuvlY.1
Passcode: 105389
Public Service Grants Council Rules Committee Meeting
Use the link and passcode below to join the Zoom Webinar, Monday, December 9, 2024, 12:00 - 2:00p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84089127786?pwd=hMZIiN6gvA4KAKM4ZUZ4Z4XrbK62RL.1
Passcode: 358912
Public Service Grant Budget Committee Meeting
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the PSG funding allocation for FY26 and create a mission statement for the council.
Use the link and passcode below to join the Zoom Webinar, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 @ 1:30p.m.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85359155054?pwd=ZFDhTHrC45rLPbDc6hdxLjFt0i07IE.1
Passcode: 465275
Mandatory Training
Two mandatory training sessions are offered each year prior to the closing of the PSG application. Applicants are required to attend at least one of the sessions to apply for funding. Certificates will be issused after sessions are completed. If you do not have a training certificate, you will be deemed ineligible to apply. The PowerPoint presentation for the FY25 training is located in the Technical Assistance area below.
Each of the workshops will be in the 8th floor conference rooom of the Ed Ball Building, 214 North Hogan Street as well as available on-line. Please use the links below to access the workshops.
Zoom/Webinar Dates & Times
TBD
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81810780360?pwd=RnIwaFg2Q3NPUkRlWE1IbnQ3SHNQQT09
Passcode: 356352
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87683884148?pwd=L293VzlHVjNWU1RzWk15K0hsQldWZz09
Passcode: 800772
Please click here for the link to the on-line application
Click on the below link to review the ordinance governing eligiblity and requirements for the Public Service Grant program.
Ordinance Chapter 118 part 8
FY25 Grantee Orientation Workshops
The FY25 Grantee Orientation Workshops have concluded. This essential training will ensure that all required documentation is submitted, so that invoices can be processed as promptly as possible.
Use the link and passcode below to view the FY25 Grantee Orientation Workshop
https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/xGWtv-CFFCA6X9xotAwEWoiiCq7cGaZuTxuS2nnBvobd3g8UV8PAcfMt83tgef6i.JXjtS9BTdSRMklAs
Passcode: *GJg8VBv
Click on the link to view the Grantee Training Slide Presentation
Public Service Grant FY 2025 Application Information
The FY25 PSG application process is closed. Below you will find helpful documents and information from the past application process which can help you prepare for the upcoming application process. Keep in mind that these forms are from FY24 and are subject to change for the next grant cycle.
Use the link and passcode below to view the June 10,2024 PSG Council Meeting, where they conduct the FY25 Norming Exercie.
https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/LUHcqP7pqOEm4MDpAqWuVcou88vudLx7z96wu-6AmUbzW4-iNPmbgw3_MasVAcM2.DMOVwLNEi5Ffeaak
Passcode: i9uccy@Y
Application Template and Sample Forms
To review the ordinance governing eligibility and application requirements, see Chapter 118, section 8. (Municode has not been update with 2023-238-E)
Technical Assistance
If you have any questions regarding the Public Service Grant application process or contractual requirements, please contact the Office of Grants & Contract Compliance PSG Staff.
- Jeneen Hampton, jhampton@coj.net, 255-5026
- John Snyder, jsnyder@coj.net, 255-8202
- Ashleigh Brew, abrew@coj.net, 255-8638
- Willie Coleman, wcoleman1@coj.net, 255-5160
- Tiffany Wells, twells1@coj.net ,255-8547
- Tracy Israel, tisrael@coj.net, 255-8221