AACF: Alexandria "Difference Maker" Grants

The AACF "Difference Maker" Grants provide support for innovative community initiatives in Alexandria. Targeting 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and government entities, the program focuses on education, social services, health, arts, and civic engagement. Grants aim to empower projects that create sustainable positive impacts, foster collaboration, and enhance community well-being. Applications are encouraged for projects that address pressing community challenges and promote diversity and inclusion, thereby ensuring lasting change in the region.

Brief Description
The Alexandria Area Community Foundation (AACF) "Difference Maker" grant round seeks to support community initiatives through a variety of grants. Programs funded will bring about positive change in the Alexandria area community. AACF Is looking to provide leadership, financial support and build a partnership that goes beyond the grant in order to advance the project or initiatives.
What We Fund:

• Capital projectsNew or expanded programs/projectsOther strategic Investments that will have a lasting impact
• Focus Areas

Education - Grants will be made to support education; especially K-12 and after-school programs.Social Services - Grants will be made to support and strengthen families, children and youth.Health - Grants will be made that support health education, physical and mental health and activities that reduce abuse or violence.Arts and Culture - Grants will be made to support activities that generate an appreciation of diverse cultures and that enhance and improve cultural opportunities.Civic - Grants will be made to support activities that build, promote and preserve communities.

Eligibility

Eligible organizations: 501(c) 3 nonprofit organizations, schools or government entities.Geographic Area: Grants must serve the residents within Douglas County.

Ineligibility

What We Don't Fund:IndividualsReligious organizations for religious purposes (Funding for Faith-Based Organizations Policy)Political organizations or political campaignsAnnual fundraising drivesEndowmentsDebt retirement or deficit financingProjects that have already been completedScholarships or medical researchGrants for travel or conferencesGovernment funding that has been reduced or eliminated