ESR Community Wellness & Safety

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government is seeking proposals for the Extended Social Resources (ESR) Grant Program, with a focus on Community Wellness & Safety. The program aims to support non-profit agencies in providing social services to vulnerable populations in the community. The grant will cover a period of two years, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations with a physical presence in Lexington-Fayette County and a Gold Seal of Transparency or higher profile on Candid.org. The proposal should include a program proposal and design, program measures and evaluation, and capacity and sustainability. Some key points to consider include: • The program should utilize best practices and evidence-based models when engaging, assessing, intervening, and terminating services with underserved population groups. • The program should ensure services are available and accessible to all potential participants, including persons with limited English proficiency, physical or other disabilities, and those impacted by poverty and economic distress. • The program should have a clear outreach and inclusion strategy, including policies and standard operating procedures to ensure equal opportunity in the provision of program services. • The budget summary form should include a detailed breakdown of the program budget, including staff salaries, consultant services, space and facilities, operating expenses, scholarships, and other costs. Some of the key evaluation criteria include: • Program proposal and design (45 points) • Program measures and evaluation (30 points) • Capacity and sustainability (25 points) The total funding available for this grant is approximately $995,700.