How much funding does Palisades Community Fund (PCF) provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Palisades Community Fund (PCF)?

The deadline is October 15, 2026.

Palisades Community Fund (PCF)

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

October 15, 2026

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Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Palisades Community Fund (PCF)

Funder: Palisades Community Association (PCA)

Established: December 1995

Status: Active grant-making program

Overview

The Palisades Community Fund (PCF) was established by the Palisades Citizens Association (PCA) in December 1995 as the grant-making committee of the PCA. All contributions to the PCF are fully tax-deductible. PCF obtains its non-profit status via its affiliation with the Greater Washington Community Foundation, which provides PCF with administrative services including accounting, bookkeeping, investment services, and other advice.

Geographic Scope

Location: Palisades, Washington, DC
Projects should be located physically within the Palisades community or have a potentially significant effect on a substantial number of Palisades community residents

Focus Areas

Charitable activities
Cultural enrichment
Community education and service
Economic improvements
Environmental enhancements

Eligibility

Required Status: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) organization
Exception: Individuals or informal groups without 501(c)(3) status must find a sponsoring 501(c)(3) to act as fiscal agent
Organizations proposing new projects, events, or community outreach to benefit Palisades DC residents

What PCF Supports

New projects, events, or community outreach
Capital projects with installation and maintenance
Projects that clearly describe novel contribution to community and specific needs met

What PCF Does NOT Support

General operating expenses

Past Grant Examples

School projects
Palisades Branch library
MacArthur Boulevard beautification
Rec Center landscaping
Fire station lockers
Community information kiosk

Meeting Schedule & Deadlines

Spring meeting: Requests due by April 15
Fall meeting: Requests due by October 15
Next proposal deadline (as of 2026-04-03): October 15, 2026

Contact Information

Mailing Address: Chair, Palisades Community Fund PO Box 40603, Palisades Station Washington, DC 20016

Email: thepalisadesdc@gmail.com
Phone: 202.630.5331

Award Requirements

Grant recipients are required to provide a final report/financial accountability document upon completion of the project

How to Apply

#### General Instructions

Applications need not be complex but must include:

- Budget for the project
- Budget for maintenance (if applicable)
- For capital projects with installation and maintenance: names of individuals responsible

Applications must spell out in detail how the project/program will specifically aid Palisades residents (e.g., service proposals should stipulate number of Palisades residents who participate or are served)

All proposals should clearly describe their novel contribution to the community and explain the specific need the project meets

Applications must include how the organization will recognize and publicize the grant from the PCF

All applications must include name, address, and phone/email of someone who can answer questions about the proposal

#### Submission Methods
1. Preferred: Online form at palisadesdc.org
2. Alternative: Email to thepalisadesdc@gmail.com
3. Alternative: Mail (see below)

#### Mailing Address (if submitting by mail)
Chair, Palisades Community Fund
PO Box 40603, Palisades Station
Washington, DC 20016

#### Application Format & Required Sections

I. BASIC INFORMATION

Name and address of Requesting Group or Organization

Principal Sponsors/Contact Persons (names, roles, address, telephone numbers, fax, email)

Finance Contact and Contact Information (if different from sponsor)

Organization's Operating Budget (if applicable)

II. PROJECT INFORMATION

Name of Project

Status: New or Ongoing

- If ongoing: (a) project start date/month, (b) operating budget

Project Objectives

Project Description: Describe the activities, plans for implementation, and how the project will aid Palisades residents

Itemized Project Budget, including Total Other Funding Sources

Evaluation: Specify when and how success will be defined and measured; if applicable, how many Palisades residents will benefit

Timeline for completion

III. REQUEST AMOUNT

Specify the amount of the request and how a PCF grant will be spent

IV. OTHER DONORS

Specify amounts from other sources (foundation grants, large individual gifts, general donations, or other sources)

Indicate whether funds are promised or received

V. RECOGNITION OPTIONS

Specify options for recognizing the PCF grant and publicizing it to the community or constituents

Examples: recognition on website, event posters/banners, electronic/print newsletter, physical plaques for capital projects

VI. PAST PALISADES COMMUNITY FUND GRANTS

If organization has received PCF funding in the past: provide date, amount, and purpose for grants received within past five years

VII. SIGNATURES

Signatures of Principal Sponsors and Date of Request

#### Evaluation Criteria
Applications are evaluated based on:
1. Meets requirements of the Foundation for the National Capital Region (e.g., Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) requirements)
2. Has substantial Palisades community impact (located physically within Palisades community or has potentially significant effect on substantial number of Palisades residents)
3. Promotes charitable activities, cultural enrichment, community service or education, economic improvement, or environmental enhancement

#### Important Notes

Incomplete requests cannot be considered

For additional information, contact 202.630.5331

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