How much funding does GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards provide?

GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards provides $2,500 - $10,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards

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Funding Amount

$2,500 - $10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

GBU Foundation Community Grant Awards

Funder: GBU Foundation Inc, Pittsburgh, PA

Background: The GBU Foundation, established in 1963, awards grants to nonprofit organizations through its annual Community Grant Awards ceremony. The foundation is dedicated to helping donors achieve their philanthropic goals and enhance the positive impact of donors and GBU members.

Geographic Scope: Primarily United States, with recent awards to organizations in PA, OH, MI, MN, and IL

Focus Areas: Grants are awarded in four Community Pillars:

Wellness: Health and wellness-focused nonprofits

Education: Educational and youth development organizations

Charitable Giving: Food banks and community support services

Hometown Hero Support: Veterans support, first responders, and volunteer fire departments

Award Structure:

First prize: $10,000

Second prize: $5,000

Third prize: $2,500

Special awards may include Community Builders Award ($10,000), Young Philanthropists Award ($2,500), and other recognition categories

Recent Funding Cycles:

2025 (April 3): $92,500 awarded to 15 nonprofits

2024 (April 11): $75,000 awarded to 13 nonprofits

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations nominated by GBU members, donors, and supporters. Organizations must align with one of GBU's four Community Pillars.

Selection Process: Member and public nominations followed by finalists selection and voting (approximately 7,000 votes cast annually)

Contact: GBU Foundation, 4254 Saw Mill Run Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15227; 800.765.4428

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Nomination: Charitable organizations are nominated by GBU members, donors, and supporters
2. Selection: Finalists are selected from nominations
3. Voting: Public voting determines winners (approximately 7,000 votes cast annually)
4. Awards Ceremony: Winners are celebrated at the annual Community Grant Awards ceremony (typically held in April)