The Raymond John Wean Foundation is announcing a grant opportunity for grassroots groups and small nonprofits working in Warren and Youngstown neighborhoods.

Organizations interested in applying for a Resident Engagement Grant must attend one workshop in September, where they’ll receive hands-on support in developing a budget and refining their grant narrative, plus the opportunity to connect with other local nonprofits. Attending a workshop is the first step to apply for up to $5,000 in grant funding.

Workshops will be offered at these locations in Warren and Youngstown:

• Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, 305 Wick Ave., Room 161, Youngstown. 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 16.
•  Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, 305 Wick Ave., Room 161, Youngstown. 5–7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 17.
• The Wean Foundation, 147 W. Market St., Warren. 5–7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 18.
• The Wean Foundation, 147 W. Market St., Warren. 9–11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 20.

Workshop registration closes on Friday, Sept. 12. Interested nonprofits can register to attend here. A link to the Resident Engagement Grant application will be emailed after registering. Email questions to re****************@************on.org.

For more information on the Wean Foundation’s grant opportunities, see here. To learn more about the Raymond John Wean Foundation, visit weanfoundation.org.

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