FAQ

JRE supports organizations and efforts that center racial equity and justice, strengthen children’s social-emotional health, and contribute to systems change. We consider work based in Wake County as well as broader efforts across North Carolina that affect the systems and conditions shaping children’s lives. We look beyond organizational size, formal infrastructure, and professional grant-writing experience.

Not necessarily. Some opportunities build on existing partnerships or specific strategies, while others are open to organizations that are new to JRE. When funding is available, the opportunity will explain who may apply and how to get started. JRE does not accept unsolicited proposals outside these opportunities.

Sometimes. JRE may provide flexible or multi-year support when it fits the opportunity’s purpose, our strategy, and available resources. Each opportunity will specify the grant duration and how funds may be used.

JRE supports 501(c)(3) public charities as well as nonprofit organizations, programs, coalitions, and other efforts working with an eligible 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. Additional requirements will be listed with each funding opportunity.

Capacity building strengthens an organization’s ability to fulfill its mission as conditions change. It may include leadership and board development, strategy, operations, racial equity practice, evaluation, communications, collaboration, and other organizational support.

JRE generally does not fund direct program or service delivery as a standalone request. We focus on strengthening organizations, relationships, strategies, and systems that shape the conditions around children and families.

We recognize that written applications are not the only way to understand an organization’s work. Depending on the opportunity, we may offer shorter applications, conversations, or other ways to share information.

We aim to communicate decisions clearly and with care. When possible, we share the main reasons behind a decision and offer an opportunity for follow-up.

Yes. JRE believes in being transparent with our community. We share what reviewers had to say about an application in the notification email we send to applicants informing them of our decision. Organizations are encouraged to reach out if they have any additional questions. 

Grantees are typically asked to meet and report with JRE twice a year for each year of the grant – at the midpoint and end of each year. 

We request a budget report for the end of year report. Grantees can either meet with JRE to review their answers in the submitted report or answer those questions at the meeting in real time. 

Yes. We only support nonprofit organizations based in the 12 municipalities of Wake County, North Carolina.