THE GOOD TROUBLE NEIGHBORHOOD GRANTS

BACKGROUND

The John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation was established to carry on the Lewises’ passion for purposeful living, civic engagement and building the “beloved community,” and to inspire and support Good Troublemakers everywhere. We are focused on supporting democracy and voting, youth civic engagement and building bridges.

GRANT PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Good Troublemaker Neighborhood Grants will identify and support community-based organizations that are committed to the same ideals shared by Congressman John Lewis. These grants will be given to organizations with a proven track record of making a difference in their communities.

This grant program focuses on three key areas: Education, Social Justice, and the Environment. Grants are available to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that operate and provide services from Congressman Lewis’ district. Eligible organizations will have an annual revenue of $500,000 or less. These grants aim to support community-based programs that foster positive change, advance democracy, and empower communities guided by truth, integrity, and moral clarity.

Selected community-based organizations will be honored at the Good Trouble Gala May 29, 2025.

Application Deadline: May 2, 2025

Winners will be notified by May 12, 2025

Recipients will be recognized at the Foundation’s awards event on May 29, 2025*

QUESTIONS

Contact grants@jlmlf.org if you have any questions.