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Eric D. Batista
City Manager

Worcester Launches Shannon Community Safety Initiative Grant Letter of Interest Application

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 5/26/2026 1:54 pm

WORCESTER, Mass. – The City of Worcester Division of Youth Opportunities announced Tuesday a Request for Letters of Interest for the Shannon Community Safety Initiative (Shannon CSI) grant for funding up to $75,000 for youth violence prevention work.

All nonprofit organizations and youth-serving community groups, including those working with an eligible fiscal agent, must submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) to be considered for an invitation to apply for funding. Only organizations that submit an LOI, are deemed eligible, and are aligned with the grant goals will be invited to submit a full proposal.

The anticipated funding cycle for projects will begin on or about Jan. 1, 2027, and end Dec. 31, 2027. Applicants may request funding of up to $75,000 to implement youth violence prevention and intervention strategies during the 2027 grant year.

Timeline:

  • Letter of Interest Application Released: May 26, 2026
  • Letter of Interest Application Deadline: June 12, 2026
  • Request for Proposal Released: July 3, 2026
  • Application Deadline: July 24, 2026
  • Awardees Notified: January 2027


Those interested can apply online.

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