MicroGrants

Microgrants provides timely grants up to $1,500 to people of potential seeking to improve their economic stability through education, workforce training, and entrepreneurship. The program is designed to fill funding gaps where traditional financial resources are unavailable, helping individuals overcome barriers to employment and break cycles of poverty.grant recipients are identified and supported by a network of partner agencies that assist applicants throughout the grant process and provide coaching and mentorship to help them achieve their goals. In 2025, Microgrants distributed 64 grants totaling $63,302. Of those served, 82.8% identified as bipoc, 100% reported an improved quality of life and 91.7% reported increased income.

Lights on! Is an award-winning program that replaces equipment violation tickets with repair vouchers, helping low-income drivers address safety-related vehicle repairs without incurring fines and fees they cannot afford. Through partnerships with law enforcement agencies and local repair shops, the program improves public safety by keeping safe vehicles on the road while fostering positive community-police relationships.in 2025, lights on! Funded $118,790 in repairs via 100+ law enforcement agencies. In addition, the program expanded its sidewalks and streets initiative, a community-based model that distributes repair vouchers through block party-style events without requiring a traffic stop. Sidewalks and streets hosted 6 events and that distributed 175 vouchers and gave way 90 bikes, scooters and helmets, and provided 348 meals. One in four voucher recipients reported they would not have been able to afford the repair without the voucher, demonstrating the program's impact in reducing financial barriers and supporting pathways toward greater economic stability.