Applications for the 'Empower' Grants are Temporarily Paused
To provide sufficient time to finish processing current grants and ongoing projects before year-end, we have temporarily paused new ‘Empower’ grant submissions.
We hope to reopen the ‘Empower’ grant application for new submissions later this year. However, if current grant demands extend through the remainder of 2025, applications will reopen at the start of the 2026 grant season in January 2026.
If you have questions please email Contact@HigherHope.org
Empower Grants are available to registered 501(c)(3) organizations whose missions align with supporting victims of violent crime and their communities. Applicants must demonstrate clear project objectives, sustainable impact plans, and efficient resource allocation. We partner with organizations of various sizes, from local grassroots initiatives to national programs, prioritizing those that show innovative approaches to victim support and community healing.
Review the Requirements The Empower Grant supports registered 501(c)(3) organizations dedicated to serving victims of violent crimes and their families. Examples of qualifying initiatives include victim advocacy programs, community support services, educational outreach, healing resources, and direct assistance programs. All grants are open until December 31 of the current year.
*PLEASE NOTE – Higher Hope provides financial assistance for existing or planned programs. Organizations must have detailed implementation plans and clear objectives ready before applying.
IF YOU ARE A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION SEEKING FUNDING FOR VICTIM SUPPORT INITIATIVES, PLEASE READ OUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SUBMIT AN APPLICATION.
- Must be a registered 501(c)(3) organization related to helping victims of violent crime.
- Must have established programs or detailed plans for new initiatives
- Must provide comprehensive project budgets and implementation timelines
- Must demonstrate sustainable impact potential
- Must provide proof of current nonprofit status and organizational documentation
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THE APPLICATION PROCESS
- EIN or UEI number for nonprofit verification
- Detailed project proposals and budget breakdowns are mandatory for all applications
- Applications that fail to provide required documentation may not be eligible for consideration
- Qualifying documentation includes, but is not limited to: detailed project proposals, budget allocations, impact metrics, organization history, and implementation timeline
37 years is far too long to wait for answers.
As part of United Search Corps’ cross-country search efforts, made possible in part through our Empower Grant, their team is in Colorado helping aid in the search for Richard Stanley Meyer, known to his loved ones as Rickey, a 39 year old electrician and preacher.
At the time of his disappearance, he was a volunteer camp host for the U.S. Forest Service, and was en route back to where he was staying at the Columbine Campground .
Rickey, along with his 1978 Dodge Monaco, has been missing from Nederland, Colorado, since July 29, 1989.
This week marks 37 years since he was last seen — 37 years of unanswered questions and a family still searching for answers.
United Search Corps is bringing specialized search resources to Colorado in hopes of uncovering answers and, most importantly, reminding Rickey’s family that he has not been forgotten.
Because every missing person deserves to be searched for, every family deserves answers, and no case should be forgotten.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to please contact the Colorado Bureau of Investigation at 303-239-4211
#HigherHopeFoundation #UnitedSearchCorps #MissingPersons #ColdCase
We recently had the opportunity to join @unitedsearchcorps at Chatfield State Park and witness the impact of our Empower Grant firsthand during one of their water search operations.
Seeing their team in action was an incredible reminder of the expertise, dedication, and persistence these searches require. Every detail matters when bringing families closer to answers.
We’re honored to support United Search Corps as they provide critical search resources that many families wouldn’t otherwise have access to. Seeing this work in action reinforced exactly why their mission is so important and why we’re proud to support their operations.💙
#HigherHopeFoundation #UnitedSearchCorps #EmpowerGrant #MissingPersons #SearchAndRecovery
Imagine living through the daily nightmares of not knowing what happened to a missing family member.
For many families, this agonizing uncertainty stretches from days into years, and sometimes even decades. Local law enforcement doesn’t always have the resources to continue their efforts after a certain amount of time, and in these instances, cases go cold, leaving families with unanswered questions. This is where United Search Corps steps in…
Read the full article about how our Empower grant is supporting United Search Corps` cross-country cold case project at the blog link in our bio!
In case you missed our July newsletter, here`s our monthly recap!
This month`s edition highlights the latest case updates, advocacy efforts, and ways you can help bring hope and justice to victims and their families.💙
Want to dive deeper? Read our latest blog articles at higherhope.org/blog.
Take action today:
🖊️ Support Hailey`s Law: change.org/haileys-law
🖊️ Support Dom & Davion`s law, and their families` nonprofit efforts: change.org/domanddavion
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Healing doesn`t happen overnight, but ChildSafe Colorado is where healing can start!
ChildSafe provides trauma-informed, financially accessible therapy for children and families affected by child sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, and domestic violence across Northern Colorado. As the region`s only comprehensive outpatient treatment center offering long-term care without limits on the number of sessions, they ensure survivors receive the consistent support needed to heal.
Their licensed clinicians use evidence-based therapies—including EMDR, art therapy, play therapy, neurofeedback, sand tray therapy, and more—to create personalized treatment plans that meet each survivor where they are.
We`re honored to support their mission through our Empower Grant, helping sustain life-changing trauma treatment, family support, and long-term healing for survivors who might otherwise lose access to these critical services due to funding gaps.
Every survivor deserves the opportunity to heal.💙
To learn more and support their mission, visit ChildSafeColorado.org
☀️ NEW SUMMER MERCH IS HERE ☀️
Featuring bright, limited-edition designs for all of your favorite shows! But hurry, this collection is only available through the end of Summer, so grab your favorite pieces before they`re gone🍒
Shop now at MileHigherMerch.com or the link in our bio!
This is exactly the kind of change we hoped for when creating our Empower grant💙
We believe organizations serving vulnerable communities deserve the resources they need to create lasting impact. By supporting nonprofits like CARE House of Oakland County, we`re helping ensure survivors have access to the advocacy, services, and safe spaces they need to heal.
Thank you for the incredible work you do every day!
This month`s blog article explores common misconceptions about sex trafficking.
Representing 15% of our Empower and Hope grants in 2025, this issue is more significant than many realize - though it often differs from the scenario usually portrayed in the media and TV.
When the majority of people think of sex trafficking, they think of the image we were all taught to fear as children...
Read More at the blog link in our bio, or go to HigherHope.org/BLOG
Join our community of active supporters who are making a real difference in the lives of those affected by violent crime. Your donation, no matter the size, directly funds crucial assistance for families and empowers organizations dedicated to healing and justice.
What documentation is required for an Empower Grant application?
Organizations must provide proof of 501(c)(3) status, detailed project proposals, budget allocations, and anticipated impact metrics. We also require information about your organization’s history and current programs.
How are Empower Grant recipients selected?
Applications undergo a thorough review process evaluating project impact, organization capacity, sustainability, urgency, and alignment with our mission. We identify truly impactful initiatives that demonstrate clear objectives and efficient resource use.
Is there a geographic restriction for applying organizations?
No, we accept applications from organizations both across the United States and internationally, so long as the initiatives align with our mission of supporting violent crime victims and their communities.
How does reporting work for granted funds?
Recipients may be required to provide updates on project implementation, impact metrics, and fund utilization. This ensures transparency and helps us share success stories with our community of supporters.