Overview _NOTE: The Foundation will not review unsolicited proposals. In general, the first step in the RFP application process is to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) or short Concept Note. FORE will…
Capacity Building Grants
Capacity building grants invest in the infrastructure of organizations — strategic planning, technology upgrades, leadership development, financial systems, and operational improvements. Unlike program grants, these funds strengthen your organization's ability to deliver all of its programs more effectively.
Conagra Brands Foundation Capacity-Building Grant Funder: Conagra Brands Foundation (in partnership with Feeding America) Amount: $50,000 Focus Areas: - Food bank capacity building - Infrastructure…
Conservation Challenge 0 - Groundwork For Collaboration Fund 2026 Status: Active, launched December 2, 2025 Purpose: Supports critical early engagement work between Wise Ancestors and potential…
Consultant Support Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Greater New Haven Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation for Greater…
Consultant Support Program Purpose: Short-term consultancy for organizations building capacity Focus Areas: - Governance - Fundraising - HR - Planning Award Amount: Varies Application Status: Ongoing…
Contra Costa Health Staff Grant Requests Geographic Scope: Internal to Contra Costa Health (CCH) staff only Purpose: The Contra Costa Regional Health Foundation (CCRHF) provides funding for…
Cook Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cook Family Foundation Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Cook Family Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents…
Cooper Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cooper Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Cooper Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Nebraska, especially in…
COOPERATIVE LEADERSHIP FUND – ORGANIZATIONAL GRANT - Organization: Ralph K. Morris Foundation - Type: Foundation Grant
Cooperative Leadership Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ralph K. Morris Foundation Amount: US $300 - US $1,500 Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The Ralph K. Morris Foundation offers…
Coover Regional Resiliency Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $15,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Coover Regional…
Core Certificate Program Overview: A certificate program that equips nonprofit, public, and social impact leaders with the skills, knowledge, and networks to make strategic, mission-driven decisions…
Overview CORE Fellowship Program The Core Fellowship offers several benefits for fellowship participation, which includes the following: * leadership development * in-depth equity and/or…
CORE Grant Program Full Name: Community Outreach, Recruitment, and Engagement (CORE) Fund Overview: Friends of CMH Foundation accepts grant requests to help team members enhance the patient…
Core Grants Geographic Scope: Orange County or the Coachella Valley Eligibility: - Applicant must be a public charity, organized under IRC sec. 501(c)(3), and qualified under IRC sec. 170(b)(1)(a) -…
COVID-19 Nonprofit Resiliency and Sustainability Grant Program Funder: Valley Health Foundation (VHF), administered through Community Grants Partnership Funding Source: County of Santa Clara through…
COVID-19 Rapid Response Grants Geographic Scope: Monroe County, Indiana Overview: Emergency grant program opened March 22, 2020 to immediately support Monroe County nonprofits with streamlined…
COVID-19: IE Funders Alliance Rapid Response Fund Geographic Scope: Inland Empire, California Focus Areas: - Emergency support for community-based organizations providing critical services during the…
Overview Collaborative Operations and Services Grant Program The Corporation for Public Broadcasting ("CPB") has a broad mandate to foster a healthy public media system on behalf of the American…
CPF Capacity Building Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Plateau Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Colorado Plateau Foundation (CPF) provides…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What do capacity building grants typically fund?
- Common uses include strategic planning, technology infrastructure (CRM, accounting software, website), staff training and professional development, board development, fundraising infrastructure, evaluation systems, financial management improvements, and organizational assessments. Some also fund mergers, collaborations, and shared services arrangements.
- Which funders offer capacity building grants?
- Notable funders include the Kresge Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, Ford Foundation, and Irvine Foundation. Many community foundations offer local capacity building programs. United Ways fund partner agency capacity. The Nonprofit Finance Fund provides financial capacity building. Tech-specific capacity grants come from TechSoup, Idealware, and Microsoft Philanthropies.
- How do I make the case for a capacity building grant?
- Start with a clear organizational assessment identifying gaps. Show how stronger infrastructure connects to better program outcomes and sustainability. Include specific metrics — current state, target state, and how you'll measure improvement. Funders want to see that capacity investments will have lasting impact beyond the grant period.
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