Apply now for Grief Reach School-Based Community Expansion Cycle Grant (United States)

The Grief Reach School-Based Community Expansion Cycle offers funding to enhance school-based bereavement programs. Jointly managed by the New York Life Foundation and the National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG), the initiative provides grants to U.S. nonprofits expanding or establishing grief support in schools. Applications are open from 19 October 2026 to 30 November 2026. The Grief Reach program aims to strengthen nonprofit infrastructure and expand access to bereavement support for grieving children. The 2027 cycle focuses on school-based programming, encouraging innovative community expansion efforts. Organizations are expected to address unique community needs by establishing or expanding school partnerships and services. Grants support the development and implementation of school-based bereavement programs. Funding seeks to increase access to services, enhance organizational capacity, and address unmet community needs. Organizations can apply for either the Changemaker Supported Community Expansion or the Community Expansion grant.

Eligible applicants must:

Additional criteria apply for organizations within larger institutions, which must provide a program-specific budget.

Grants support the following activities:

The Grief Reach initiative addresses critical gaps in bereavement support within schools, promoting resilience and coping strategies among grieving students. By fostering innovative approaches, the program aims to build sustainable support systems tailored to diverse community needs. For detailed guidelines, please refer to the Request for Proposal. Eligible organizations are encouraged to carefully review the official guidelines and complete the eligibility form to determine application suitability. For further inquiries, contact the National Alliance for Children’s Grief at info@nacg.org.