Nonprofit Grant Program

Application Process

Applications are submitted through CFCG's Grant Portal.

Key Application Guidelines:

1. Review Grant Guidelines Completely
- Determine if your organization and project are eligible
- Ensure you have adequate time before deadline
- Verify your mission aligns with the grant program
- Check timeline alignment with your project schedule

2. Follow All Directions
- Adhere to character limits specified
- Submit online via the Grant Portal
- Include all requested materials only
- Convert attachments to PDF files
- Use clear file naming conventions

3. Writing Requirements
- Clear, concise, and compelling narrative
- Explain how you will accomplish objectives
- Tell your organization's story effectively
- Describe how project meets community needs
- Support needs with data and evidence
- Eliminate jargon, acronyms, and clichés
- Have content reviewed by objective readers

4. Budget Requirements
- Must match content in application narrative
- Budget should be balanced, clear, and easy to understand
- List all other funding sources (pending and secured)
- Note specific use of foundation grant funds
- Include sustainability plan if program is new

5. Required Materials
- All requested attachments
- No extra materials beyond what is requested
- Proofread for grammatical errors and typos

6. Reporting Requirements
- Required reporting must be completed at end of grant period
- Failure to report can impact future grant eligibility

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