CFGG: Future Fund Grant

CFGG: Future Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
Amount: US $2,000 - US $20,000
Last Updated: May 06, 2025

Summary

The Future Fund Grant, an initiative by the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, supports local nonprofits focused on Economic Mobility. With a history of awarding over $660,000, this grant prioritizes programs that foster financial literacy, workforce development, and access to capital. Grants range from $2,000 to $20,000, aimed at empowering communities for long-term financial stability. This year, the focus is on innovative solutions that promote inclusivity and economic success in Guilford County.

Overview

Future Fund Grant Future Fund, an initiative of the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, has been dedicated to supporting local nonprofits for the past 25 years. Future Fund was established to engage young professionals in Guilford County in philanthropy and the grantmaking process. During this time, it has awarded over $660,000 in grants to more than 70 organizations. Guided by the values of Innovation and Impact, this year’s grantmaking focus is Economic Mobility. Our grants focus on economic mobility will support initiatives that empower individuals and communities to achieve long-term financial stability and upward economic progress. We seek to fund programs that enhance financial literacy, expand access to capital, foster workforce development, and promote wealth-building opportunities. By investing in solutions that remove financial barriers and create pathways to economic success, we aim to support a more inclusive and equitable future for all. Funding Through careful research, Future Fund identifies nonprofits best positioned to create meaningful, lasting change in the community. Each year, the program distributes $60,000 in grants, typically awarding one-year grants ranging from $2,000 to $20,000.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Your application aligns with the field of interest identified for this year: Economic MobilityApplicant must be a nonprofit organization with 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt status as defined by Internal Revenue Service located in and serving Guilford County.Organization must spend no more than 5% of your budget on legislative involvement.Applicants with faith-based affiliations must provide clarification on the integration of their religious beliefs into the project, outlining the extent to which such beliefs influence project implementation and outcomes.