Funding Amount

Up to $5,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Small Grant Program

Overview: Grants for local nonprofits that fall within Georgia's Own Foundation's mission of empowering local youth.

Geographic Scope: Georgia

Focus Areas: At least 85% of Foundation grants must support youth empowerment, including:

  • Children's wellbeing

  • Financial literacy

  • Sports-based youth development

  • Access to healthcare, food, and housing

  • Education

  • The arts
  • Award Amount: Up to $5,000

    Eligibility:

  • Nonprofit organizations

  • Mission must align with empowering local youth

  • 501(c)(3) status required (implied)
  • Grant History: Foundation has awarded an average of 25 grants annually, with grant sizes typically ranging from $200-$5,000. In 2024, the foundation awarded $60,000 total among multiple nonprofits.

    Contact: Georgia's Own Foundation Inc, 100 Peachtree St. NW Suite 2800, Atlanta, GA 30303

    Website: georgiasownfoundation.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Status: Applications will re-open in spring of 2026

    Form: Small Grant Proposal form

    Application Sections:
    1. Contact and summary program information
    2. Supporting Documentation
    3. Organizational Due Diligence
    4. Request To Support a Program

    Notes:

  • The first section applies to the entire organization

  • The second section applies to the specific program for which funding is requested

  • Organizations with multiple programs should complete both sections; single-program organizations should complete both sections with cross-references as applicable
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitsyouth-programseducationartsyouth-sportshealth-educationfood-securityhousing

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