GHCF: Impact Grants Program (Formerly Small Grants Program)
Funding Amount
Up to US $5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Organizations throughout Grays Harbor County
- Organizations and school districts are only eligible to apply for one small grant per year.
Geography
- In Grays Harbor County by providing quarterly grants to eligible organizations
Other requirements
- Organizations awarded a Community Building Grant (CBG) are still eligible for a Small Grant as long as it is intended for a different project.
- Must be $5,000 or less; if not, apply for Community Building Grant.
- Requests must be approved by school district officials.
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: Funds cannot be used for fundraisers, endowments, re-granting programs or scholarships.
Overview
The GHCF: Impact Grants Program aims to enhance the quality of life in Grays Harbor County by providing quarterly grants to eligible organizations. With a focus on immediate impact, grants are available for projects under $5,000, supporting diverse community needs. Organizations may apply for one small grant per year, ensuring funds are allocated efficiently. Priority is given to initiatives that utilize funds quickly, fostering timely support for community-driven projects and enhancing overall well-being.
To be truly be responsive and meet the needs of our community, GHCF offers a Quarterly Impact Grants Program (formerly Small Grants Program). This program targets organizations looking to make a more immediate impact on a smaller scale. Quarterly Impact Grants will be offered through multiple granting opportunities throughout the year.
Type: Any organization which addresses one or more of our Giving Priorities.
Eligibility
Quarterly Impact Grants are available to organizations throughout Grays Harbor CountyOrganizations awarded a Community Building Grant (CBG) are still eligible for a Small Grant as long as it is intended for a different project.Must be $5,000 or less; if not, apply for Community Building Grant.Organizations and school districts are only eligible to apply for one small grant per year. Requests must be approved by school district officials.
Ineligibility
Funds cannot be used for fundraisers, endowments, re-granting programs or scholarships.
Past recipients of this program
Recent awards under this program (from Grays Harbor Community Foundation's IRS filings)
Westport South Beach Historical Society
Westport, WA · 2020
$7,000
1 grant in Grays Harbor Community Foundation's 2020 filings reference “Impact Grants Program” in their stated purpose. Amounts and places as reported by the funder.
What Grays Harbor Community Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 82
- Total given
- $3.33M
- Median grant
- $25K
- Range
- $5,400–$380K
- By dollars: Washington 93%, Oregon 4%, Montana 1%. Top recipient cities: Aberdeen, WA; Hoquiam, WA; Olympia, WA.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 30% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
YMCA of Grays Harbor · Hoquiam, WA
To support the program
$380K
St Mary School · Aberdeen, WA
To support the program
$278K
Aberdeen School District · Aberdeen, WA
To support the program
$223K
Hoquiam School District · Hoquiam, WA
To support the program
$148K
Family Education and Support Services · Tumwater, WA
To support the program
$131K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- Small grants
- Community services
Categories
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