DCCF: Small Project Grants

DCCF: Small Project Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc.
Amount: Up to US $2,000
Last Updated: February 24, 2026

Summary

The DCCF Small Project Grants offer funding of up to $1,500 for organizations aiming to implement impactful small-scale projects in Decatur County. The foundation supports initiatives in various areas such as community development, education, health, and the arts. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, governmental agencies, and educational institutions, provided their projects benefit the local community. This grant encourages innovative projects that foster community participation and significant positive change.

Overview

Our Mission To inspire the generosity of our community to create a lasting impact. We accomplish this in four ways: We help visionary donors practice highly effective charitable giving.We award grants to not-for-profits doing good in the community.We award scholarships to ease the financial burden of education for students.We provide leadership to make Decatur County a better, more beautiful, more equitable community. Small Project Grants Small Project Grants​ provide up to $1,500 to organizations looking to implement small-scale projects with a big impact. Funding Areas Most of our grantmaking efforts are centered around the areas of civic and community, education, health and human services, arts and literacy, historic preservation, safety, and youth and recreation.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Grantees must be registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization under the Internal Revenue Code, a governmental agency, or a qualified educational institution.DCCF grants are only awarded to organizations benefiting Decatur County residents.Organizations need not be located in Decatur County, but the program must benefit our community.

Ineligibility

Low Funding Priorities:Individuals, except in the form of scholarships Programs that fall appropriately under government funding Projects where DCCF is the sole funder Projects considered part of the school curriculum Attendance to conferences, seminars, or other similar events AdvertisingNot Funded:Make-up for operating deficits Political activities Post-event or after-the-fact situations Debt reduction Ongoing operating expenses Religious organizations for religious purposes Individual and team travel expenses Creation of an endowment Annual appeals