Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants (FOREVER Funds)

Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants

Grants awarded through the FOREVER Funds to support nonprofit organizational capacity, infrastructure, and sustainability efforts.

Purpose:

• Support nonprofit evaluations and impact measurement
• Strengthen organizational infrastructure
• Build institutional capacity for long-term sustainability
• Improve ability to demonstrate impact to stakeholders

Funded Through: FOREVER Funds

Example Award:

• Hooks Academic Achievement and Mentoring Initiative (HAAMI) at University of Memphis received a grant to fund external evaluation of program effectiveness (February 2025)
  • Focus: Measure impact of mentorship and academic support for African American male students
  • Program Impact: Increases retention, graduation rates, and career success

Geographic Scope: Greater Memphis and Mid-South region (Tennessee)

Contact Information:

• Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
• 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 458
• Memphis, TN 38104
• Phone: (901) 728-4600
• Website: cfgm.org

Application Process

Specific application details, deadlines, required materials, and submission procedures are not detailed in the provided content. Organizations interested in capacity-building support should contact the Community Foundation directly for current funding opportunities and guidelines.