African-American Community Fund Grant

African-American Community Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Dayton Foundation
Amount: US $500 - US $1,000
Last Updated: July 28, 2025

Summary

The African-American Community Fund aims to enhance African-American participation in philanthropy, supporting diverse non-profits in the Dayton/Greater Miami Valley region. Grants typically range from $500 to $1,000, focusing on initiatives that promote community resource efficiency, coordination among organizations, and volunteer involvement. Eligible nonprofits must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entities with a diversity policy. The fund does not support general operations, individual pursuits, or endowments.

Overview

Mission Our mission is to increase African- American involvement in organized philanthropy, thereby strengthening non-profits serving the African-American community. Grants The African-American Community Fund (AACF) awards grants for public charitable purposes to various organizations: from social services to mentoring and education, from health & wellness to the arts. Typically amounts awarded are between $500 - $1,000.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To be Eligible for a Grant, Your Organization Must:be recognized as a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization, according to the Internal Revenue Code;benefit the citizens in the Dayton/Greater Miami Valley region;have a diversity/inclusion policy; andaddress needs that are not fully met by existing organizational or community resources.We Generally Fund Projects that:provide for more efficient use of community resources;promote coordination, cooperation and sharing among organizations;promote volunteer participation and citizen involvement in community affairs; orexpand an existing project or initiative.Examples of Funded Grants:Hard goods (equipment, clothing, school supplies);Youth programming;Educational efforts;Marketing of new services and programs;Cultural events & initiatives;Homeless outreach and support; and Diversity projects.

Ineligibility

What We Generally Do Not Fund:General organizational operations;Individuals;Annual fundraising drives;Scholarships and travel grants; andEndowment funds.