Our GrantTank program seeks to strategically partner with organizations that work with trafficking survivors.
These organizations have proven strength and leadership in this field and require financial support to either expand or elevate their work.
The selected areas of focus for 2023 GrantTank Awards are housing, technology, and policy.
Applications are no longer being accepted as of September 1, 2023.
Policy GrantTank recipients will be announced September 29, 2023.
Grants range from $100,000 to $500,000, depending on the need expressed and the individual grant extended.
Meet our previous recipients, organizations that have proven strength and leadership in the fight against sexual violence.
Thank you for stepping into the fight to end sexual violence. You’re not alone. Our holistic approach to help empowers nonprofits with grants, offering support to our partner organizations.
Below is the criteria that must be met in order to be considered for funding from our GrantTank program.
Your core mission is to contribute to the fight against human trafficking.
You have been established for at least two years.
You are willing to be transparent with goals, financials, needs, successes, and failures.
You are seeking a two-way partnership with The Jensen Project. We are looking for an on-going relationship to help improve the landscape of sexual violence for the better.
You currently serve adult female survivors of sex trafficking with housing, have proprietary technology to advance the movement, or are working in Equality Model policymaking.
You have a proven record of success.
Please note, ALL criteria must be met to be eligible for funding consideration. If you do not meet all criteria at this time, we encourage you to wait to apply at a time when you do.
Our holistic approach to partnerships requires transparency, mutual support, and collaboration.
The depth of the initial GrantTank application allows us to get to know you and your organization better.
Two (2) letters of recommendation from other organizations you collaborate with. They must speak to the quality of your work and the expressed need for funding. This step is optional as we judge our first Policy category, August 1–18, 2023.
Example letter of recommendation (PDF)
2-3 Minute Pitch Video of who you are and how you would use the funding to amplify your mission. This step is optional as we judge our first Policy category, August 1–18, 2023.
Instructions on how to create an “unlisted” video
2-3 Minute Why Video about what makes your program unique and game-changing.
Instructions on how to create an “unlisted” video
Completed application which is submitted online. It includes your mission statement, how you operate, tax information and documents, amount requested and why, and financial statements.
GrantTank 2021 and GrantTank 2022 were both excellent learning processes for The Jensen Project team. To best aide in applications for the upcoming GrantTank 2023, we have shared the GrantTank 2022 Insights Report and the Application Checklist.
GrantTank Insights Report – This captures our thoughts and processes and will hopefully help highlight how to create a great application that fits the criteria we seek to support.
Application Checklist – Use this tool to ensure your organization is fully prepared to answer all of the questions on the formal application. This may be downloaded and saved for reference.
Stage One – Submit your application, and supporting financial and tax documentation, as specified at the end of the application no later than August 18, 2023 at 11:59pm CST. Submission of a pitch video, unique video, and 2 letters of recommendation are optional.
Stage Two – Zoom introduction and deep dive into programmatic needs for those selected to proceed. (Starting August 21, 2023)
Additional Vetting – Follow up conversations to fully understand the program may occur, if needed.
Announcement – GrantTank recipients will be notified no later than September 29, 2023.
Please note, dates are subject to change. Current CDC guidelines will be monitored and followed.
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