How much funding does Mini-Grants provide?

Mini-Grants provides Up to $500 in funding.

When is the deadline for Mini-Grants?

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

Who is eligible for Mini-Grants?

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

How often is Mini-Grants offered?

Mini-Grants accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Mini-Grants

Capitol Hill Community Foundation

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Funding Amount

Up to $500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since: April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Applications are accepted and considered throughout the year on a rolling basis”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Nonprofits, schools, and neighborhood groups

Geography

Must show clear benefit to Capitol Hill residents

Other requirements

Suitable for urgent or one-time funding needs

Overview

Geographic Scope: Capitol Hill neighborhood, Washington, DC

Program Overview:
Mini-Grants are typically awarded for a one-time or emergency need. The applicant must demonstrate how the grant will be used to benefit residents of Capitol Hill.

Eligibility:

Nonprofits, schools, and neighborhood groups
Must show clear benefit to Capitol Hill residents
Suitable for urgent or one-time funding needs

Use Cases:

Emergency needs
One-time projects or events
Small-scale community initiatives

Application Process:

Applications accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year
Online application available

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 Mini-Grants

Visit the online application portal
Complete the Mini-Grant application form
Clearly describe:
- The one-time or emergency need
- How the funds will be used
- How the project/need benefits Capitol Hill residents
Submit your application

Application Timeline:

Applications are accepted and considered throughout the year on a rolling basis
No specific deadlines; apply when you have a need

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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.