Grassroots Exchange Fund

Small grants program designed to support rapid response networking and collaboration between grassroots social change organizations. Provides quick financial support to grassroots groups during unforeseen changes and opportunities.

Geographic Scope: National (emphasis on frontline organizations and grassroots movements)

Focus Areas:

• Rapid response to moments of opportunity
• Collaborative campaigns
• Cross-region and cross-sector movement building
• Organizing and training opportunities
• Social change and social justice work

Key Features:

• Quick turnaround time for funding
• Small grants designed to provide significant support to grassroots organizations
• Supports collaborative campaigns and networking
• Supports travel and participation in national movement events and marches
• Designed to strengthen key cross-region and cross-sector movements

Examples of Supported Work:

• Participation in national advocacy marches (e.g., Black Women's March)
• Direct giving and emergency support
• Safe grocery delivery programs
• Refuge funds from dangerous living situations
• Mental health care access
• Community-based organizing

Eligibility:

• Frontline/grassroots organizations
• Community-based organizations
• Organizations engaged in collaborative campaigns
• Organization should have grant guidelines alignment

Background: Continues as active CCF grantmaking vehicle.

Application Process

Timeline: Rolling applications with quick turnaround

How to Apply:

1. Review Grassroots Exchange Fund Grant Guidelines for full application details and criteria
2. Submit application to Common Counsel Foundation
3. Quick processing for rapid response funding

Required Materials:

• Application materials aligned with Grassroots Exchange Fund Grant Guidelines
• Specific details available in grant guidelines

Contact for Questions: Common Counsel Foundation - reach out for application details and to discuss fit