Funding Amount

Approximately US $10,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: Grants are not available for: Organizations with less than three (3) active years as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charityIndividuals.
  • Not eligible: Private FoundationsPublic, Private, or Charter Schools.
  • Not eligible: Religious Institutions.
  • Not eligible: Government Institutions.
  • Not eligible: Staff Salaries.
  • Not eligible: Capital Projects.
  • Not eligible: General operating expenses.

Overview

The Cavaliers Community Foundation (CCF) is a charitable organization established in 1993 that supports local non-profits focused on youth development in Northeast Ohio. With over $25 million granted, CCF prioritizes programs that enhance education, health, and wellness for at-risk youth. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) charities with a minimum of three years of operation. Grants typically average $10,000, aiming to foster community impact and support for young people.

The Cavaliers Community Foundation (CCF), in reference to the Cleveland Cavaliers, was established in 1993. The foundation is a charitable organization that invests in local non-profit organizations that directly support the development and well-being of youth in Northeast Ohio. Since its inception, more than $25 million has been granted through the CCF to local non-profit organizations.
The Cavaliers Community Foundation is proud to support organizations that provide youth-enriching programs within Northeast Ohio.
The majority of grants that are made are $10,000.

Eligibility

Organizations with three (3) or more active years as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity

Ineligibility

Grants are not available for: Organizations with less than three (3) active years as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charityIndividualsPrivate FoundationsPublic, Private, or Charter SchoolsReligious InstitutionsGovernment InstitutionsStaff SalariesCapital ProjectsGeneral operating expenses.

What Cavaliers Youth Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
41
Total given
$725K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$10K–$50K
  • By dollars: Ohio 86%, New York 7%, California 5%. Top recipient cities: Cleveland, OH; Los Angeles, CA; Independence, OH.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Boys and Girls Club of Northeast Ohio · Lorain, OH

    Support the organization with accomplishing their mission

    $50K

  • Vetdogs & Americas Vetdogs · Smithown, NY

    Support the organization with accomplishing their mission

    $50K

  • 1000 Ties · Lyndhurst, OH

    Support the organization with accomplishing their mission

    $30K

  • A Special Wish Foundation · Brecksville, OH

    Support the organization with accomplishing their mission

    $30K

  • Birthing Beautiful Communities · Cleveland, OH

    Support the organization with accomplishing their mission

    $30K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Youth programs
  • Education
  • Health education
  • Nonprofits

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