Latino Impact Fund Grant

Latino Impact Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Cleveland Foundation
Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000
Last Updated: September 30, 2025

Summary

The Latino Impact Fund Grant, launched in September 2025 with a $3 million endowment at the Cleveland Foundation, aims to empower the Latino community in Greater Cleveland. It provides funding to 501(C)(3) organizations that uplift Latinos through initiatives focused on business advancement and economic stability. Grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 support projects that foster entrepreneurship, workforce training, and access to housing, ensuring a brighter future for local residents.

Overview

Latino Impact Fund Grant The Latino Impacto Fund is an affinity fund launched in September 2025 with a $3 million endowment at the Cleveland Foundation that will grow for decades with community support. The fund’s mission is to power Cleveland’s comunidad to build a rich future that advances bold innovation and lasting solutions rooted in shared cultura. Focusing on local partners, the Latino Impacto Fund provides grants to Greater Cleveland 501(C)(3) organizations serving and uplifting Latinos through initiatives that promote community prosperity. Impact Areas Business & Entrepreneurial Advancement Grants support organizations leading projects, programs and services that foster new business creation while strengthening and expanding existing enterprises. Projects for consideration may include, but are not limited to: Technical and startup assistanceBusiness resource navigationMentorship and community connections Economic Advancement Grants support organizations leading projects, programs and services that address critical needs and create pathways for long-term stability and prosperity. Projects for consideration may include, but are not limited to: Workforce training and credentialingHousing stability and accessFinancial empowerment Grant Amount $10,000-$25,000

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Greater Cleveland 501(C)(3) organizations serving and uplifting Latinos 501(c)(3) public charity, or other charitable organizations able to receive a tax-deductible contribution, such as schools, faith-based organizations and other public entities. Organizations with programs or projects serving residents of Cuyahoga, Lake or Geauga County.

Ineligibility

We are not able to fund individuals or businesses directly, labor unions or other 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5) and 501(c)(6) organizations.