ESVCF Community Grants Program- Fall Cycle

The ESVCF Community Grants Program's Fall Cycle offers small grants up to $10,000 for innovative projects in areas like Early Childhood Development, Health and Wellness, and Economic Resilience. It focuses on capacity building for local nonprofits. Concept proposals are accepted anytime, with selected projects invited to submit full proposals. This program aims to support critical community needs while enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations.

NOTE: Concept proposals may be submitted at any time. Foundation staff and/or the Grant Review Committee will review Step 1 (Letter of Inquiry) material to determine whether the project meets current grant making priorities and guidelines.
The contact person listed on the Concept Proposal sheet will be notified regarding whether the proposal has been selected for further consideration. Applicants should NOT complete or submit Step 2 (Full Proposal) until notified the Concept Proposal has been approved and selected for further consideration. However, Steps 1 (Letter of Inquiry) and 2 (Full Proposal) both must be completed and filed prior to a final review.
Fall Small Grants Program
Focus on small grants and seed funding for innovative new projects in our priority areas, as well as non-profit capacity building grants.
Purpose
The Fall Small Grants Program supports:
Innovative programs addressing critical needs in:Early Childhood Development/EducationHealth and WellnessEconomic ResilienceEmerging Community NeedsCapacity building to strengthen local nonprofits' leadership, systems, and processes
Fall Grant Size Limit:

• Up to $10,000