Generously funded by an Inequality and Economic Empowerment Grant from the UPS Foundation, the mission of the First Opportunity Partners (FOP) Grant Program is to fund CIC State Councils in support of new, collaborative, and/or innovative approaches to increasing college access and success of first-generation, low-income, minority, and new American students.
Earlier rounds of grants were matched by third parties. Since the inception of the program, nearly $2 million has been distributed to fund more than 50 grant programs. Reported matching funds total more than $2 million, which brings the total economic impact of these grant programs to more than $4 million.
Current Status
The current FOP grant program offering is dedicated to supporting programs and initiatives that support diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) implemented or supported by the State Council organizations.
Eligibility
Only CIC State Councils are eligible to apply for First Opportunity Partners funding.
Contact Information
If you have questions about the grant application, please contact Sherita C. Ashmon, director of State Councils and networks support, at (202) 466-7230 or sashmon@cic.edu.
About CIC’s State Councils
Learn more about CIC’s State Councils, including the array of progams and opportunities that are available to members.