How much funding does Fall and Spring Grants provide?

Fall and Spring Grants provides Up to $3,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Fall and Spring Grants?

The listed deadline is March 29, 2027; confirm it with the funder before applying.

Who is eligible for Fall and Spring Grants?

Eligible applicants: Nonprofits, schools, and neighborhood groups. Geography: Must benefit Capitol Hill community residents.

How often is Fall and Spring Grants offered?

Fall and Spring Grants runs on a twice a year cycle. The next deadline is expected March 29, 2027.

Fall and Spring Grants

Capitol Hill Community Foundation

Foundation Semi-annual Grants for Education Grants for K-12 Schools Grants for After-School Programs Grants for Arts

Funding Amount

Up to $3,000

Deadline

March 29, 2027

Listed date — confirm with the funder

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Twice a year
Current deadline: March 29, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Nonprofits, schools, and neighborhood groups

Geography

Must benefit Capitol Hill community residents

Other requirements

Recipients of prior season's Spring Grants must complete and submit a grant self-evaluation to be eligible for Fall Grant
Self-evaluations are due the week prior to each new grant deadline

Overview

Geographic Scope: Capitol Hill neighborhood, Washington, DC

Focus Areas:

Schools and Teachers: Educational enrichment activities and supplies
Youth Programming: Out-of-classroom activities for K-12 students
Arts and Culture: Music, theater, and visual arts programs
Social Services: Support for health care, housing, legal issues, and well-being
Community Spaces: Enhancements for vibrant public places

Eligibility:

Nonprofits, schools, and neighborhood groups
Must benefit Capitol Hill community residents
Recipients of prior season's Spring Grants must complete and submit a grant self-evaluation to be eligible for Fall Grant
Self-evaluations are due the week prior to each new grant deadline

Application Process:

Applicants must identify which of the Foundation's core areas is addressed in their proposal
Online application portal available

Deadlines:

Fall Grant: Last Monday in September
Spring Grant: Last Monday in March

Contact:

Capitol Hill Community Foundation
419 East Capitol Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
Phone: 202.544.1845
Email: info@capitolhillcommunityfoundation.org

How to Apply

How to Apply for Fall/Spring Grants

Visit the online application portal at https://webportalapp.com/sp/home/chcf_seasonal
Complete the grant application form
Identify which core area(s) your proposal addresses:
- Schools and Teachers
- Youth Programming
- Arts and Culture
- Social Services
- Community Spaces
Provide details about your program or project
Submit by the deadline (last Monday of September for Fall; last Monday of March for Spring)

Self-Evaluation Requirement:

If you received a Spring Grant in the prior season, you must complete and submit a self-evaluation
Self-evaluations are due the week prior to each new grant deadline
Self-evaluations can be submitted online at https://webportalapp.com/sp/home/chcf_seasonal

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What Capitol Hill Community Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 39
Total given: $568K
Median grant: $11K
Range: $5,660–$68K

By dollars: District of Columbia 98%, New York 2%. Top recipient cities: Washington, DC; New York, NY.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
23% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.