GEDA Awards $260,000 to Support Nonprofit Community Projects

Hagåtña, Guam - The Office of the Governor, through the Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA), awarded the latest recipients of the Qualifying Certificate Community Contributions (QCCC) Grant Program Series 7. During a check presentation ceremony today, a total of $259,045 was awarded to nonprofit organizations to support local culture and art, recovering youth, training and facilities for disabled individuals, public health and safety, and general maintenance and upkeep. This set of recipients marks the final category of applicants awarded for the program.

"Every recipient plays a vital role in strengthening the future of Guam by collectively addressing the needs of our island at the community and individual levels," said Governor Lou Leon Guerrero. "We are proud to partner with the island's nonprofit organizations in this new round of grants and support their good work that benefits our community."

The QCCC Grant Program is funded through Qualifying Certificate Beneficiary funds from the Guam Regional Medical City. The QCCC program saw a record-breaking number of applicants in 2024, which allowed the agency to divide the Series 7 grants into three categories: government agencies, village mayors, and nonprofit organizations. In February 2025, GEDA awarded $340,955 to village mayors' offices, municipal planning councils, and government agencies to support projects that enhance community development, safety, education, and community services across Guam. To date, GEDA has awarded $600,000 through the Series 7 grant program.

Through the QCCC Grant Program Series 7, the following organizations have been awarded funding for their initiatives:

• The Archdiocese of Agana - Our Lady of Guadalupe ($25,000) to support the Master Apprentice Pairs programs for techas, florists, and carpenters; novena books and CHamoru books.
• Farm to Table Guam Corp. ($15,605.76) To support new and beginning farmers by providing them with a low tunnel hoop house and equipment for their use and technical support.
• I Kuttura'ta, Inc. ($25,000) To facilitate and publicize a research-based history of the Talo'fo'fo Bay area, Inalåhan, and surrounding areas. Display panels will be erected at the Valley of the Latte, and video will be featured at the Guam Museum.
• Artspace Guåhan, Inc. ($25,000) To provide low costs and free Workshops for artists, youth and community members focused on preserving the Chamorro culture.
• The Guam Museum Foundation ($25,000) To support the Annual Marianas Storytelling Series, Celebrating Chamoru Month 2025.
• Most Valuable Players Foundation, Ltd. ($24,247.24) To host a Men's Basketball Tournament to foster community engagement and promote healthy lifestyles.
• Westcare Pacific Islands, Inc. ($25,000) To Support Guam's Youth in Crisis: Providing essential care and stability. Assisting those recovering from trauma, homelessness, abuse and substance abuse.
• Flame Tree Freedom Center ($20,500) Art Curation Training Program; to train a student of the arts to become a proficient exhibitor of contemporary local art.
• Guam Humanities Council dba: Humanities Guåhan ($10,000) for the support of the 7th Marianas History Conference.
• Guma' Mami, Inc. ($13,942) To fund its Wellness in Motion Project: to provide strength and conditioning training and consultation; training of the use of gym equipment; and the purchase of sports equipment for residents of the Community Homes.
• Tumon Typhoons Soccer Club Guam ($24,750) For community outreach events promoting health, public safety and environmental awareness.
• Marianas Disabled Workforce Industries ($25,000) To provide training for people with disabilities in the areas of Administrative Skills Development, Marketing and Outreach, Information Technology, and Soft Skills Training.

"As we wrap up the latest series for the QCCC Grant Program, we recognize the significance of supporting organizations that promote growth within our community through the direct support of our people, culture, and the arts. Investing in our local nonprofit organizations allows us to address more immediate needs within our community while also directly contributing to the improvement of our island," added GEDA CEO and Administrator Melanie Mendiola.

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