Montclair Foundation Community Grants Program
Funding Amount
Varies (recent cycles: $42,000-$75,000 total distributed)
Deadline
September 1, 2026
145 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Montclair Foundation Community Grants Program
Funder: The Montclair Foundation Inc., Montclair, NJ
Geographic Scope: Greater Montclair area and environs
Mission: The Montclair Foundation nurtures growth in the community through support and grant giving to local nonprofits and the preservation of the historic Van Vleck House & Gardens.
- Arts and Education
- Family and Social Services
- Community Support for Underserved Communities
- Human Services/Mental Health
- Education and Academic Support
- Seniors and Vulnerable Populations
- Arts, Culture, and Community Resources
Focus Areas
Grants support a broad range of activities that contribute to the quality of life in Montclair, including:- Founded: 1973
- Total Awarded (as of 2023): More than $2.9 million to 85+ nonprofits
- Recent Award Cycles: - Spring 2023: $75,000 to 14 nonprofits (50% increase due to Board Challenge Match) - Fall 2023: $65,000 to multiple nonprofits - December 2018: $42,000 to 7 nonprofits
Grant History
- Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations
- Must serve the greater Montclair area
- Applicants may only apply once per year
Eligibility
- Phone: 973-744-4752
- Address: 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ 07042
- Website: montclairfoundation.org
Contact Information
The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens- Grants Chair/Committee Chair: Deborah Hirsch (2018), Peggy Murphy-Deehan (2023), Tina Jordan (2017)
Grant Committee Leadership
How to Apply
Application Process
Timeline:
- Strategic evaluation and due diligence conducted by Montclair Foundation Grants Committee
- Applications assessed for community impact and alignment with foundation priorities
- Preference given to programs serving small-budgeted organizations
Evaluation Process
Required Materials
Specific application requirements not detailed in provided materials. Applicants should contact the foundation directly for current application guidelines.Application Submission
For current application materials and procedures, visit montclairfoundation.org or contact the foundation at 973-744-4752Focus Areas & Funding Uses
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