Staunton Farm Foundation Capacity Building Grants

Staunton Farm Foundation Capacity Building Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Staunton Farm Foundation
Amount: Up to US $25,000
Last Updated: February 14, 2026

Summary

Overview

Staunton Farm Foundation Working for mental wellness Mission Staunton Farm Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of people who live with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. The Foundation works to enhance behavioral health treatment and support by advancing best practices through grant making to non-profit organizations in ten southwestern Pennsylvania counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, Westmoreland. Vision Investing in a future where behavioral health is understood, supported, and accepted. Purpose Staunton Farm Foundation (SFF) recognizes that strong organizational capacity is essential to sustaining high-quality mental health and substance use services over time. Capacity-building investments strengthen nonprofit organizations’ internal systems, leadership, and infrastructure, enabling them to more effectively carry out their missions. By supporting capacity-building efforts, SFF seeks to empower organizations to innovate, adapt, and enhance programs and resources in response to evolving community needs, ultimately broadening and deepening positive impact for the individuals and communities they serve. Guidelines for Use of Funds Capacity-building grants may be used to support activities that strengthen an organization’s infrastructure, systems, leadership, and long-term sustainability. Funds may be used to contract for technical assistance, training, evaluation, planning, technology upgrades, and other expenses necessary to achieve the goals of the proposed project. Specific grant terms will be outlined with successful applicants. Allowable uses include, but are not limited to, the following: Organizational Infrastructure & SystemsStrategic planning, sustainability planning, or business model developmentData collection, evaluation, or outcomes measurement systemsTechnology upgrades that support service delivery, coordination, or reporting (e.g., EHR enhancements, client tracking systems, cybersecurity improvements)Workforce & Leadership DevelopmentStaff training and professional development related to behavioral health or substance use servicesLeadership development or succession planningWorkforce initiatives aimed at improving retentionProgram & Operational EffectivenessProgram design or redesign to improve quality, accessibility, or cultural responsivenessImplementation support for evidence-based or promising practicesQuality improvement initiativesPolicy, procedure, or compliance development related to licensure, accreditation, or best practicesExternal Expertise & Technical AssistanceConsultants or technical assistance providers with relevant expertise (e.g., finance, evaluation, clinical quality, operations, or technology)Compliance support related to organizational operations (excluding litigation)

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible ApplicantsEligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and government entities serving one or more of the following counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland. Organizations with an active grant through the Foundation’s spring or fall grant cycles remain eligible to apply for this opportunity. Receipt of a capacity-building grant does not affect an organization’s eligibility to apply for funding in future grant cycles.Examples of Eligible ProjectsThe Foundation welcomes innovative ideas and offers the following examples to illustrate the types of projects that may align with the Capacity-Building Grant Program’s intent. These examples are not exhaustive.Supporting collaborations, shared services, or integrationsPreparing for and completing accreditation or certification processesExploring diversified or alternative funding strategiesUpgrading electronic health record systemsTraining staff and team members in evaluation, data collection, and outcomes measurement methods

Ineligibility

Ineligible Uses of Funds- Capacity-building grants may not be used for:Capital construction or major renovationsContributions to endowments or the repayment of existing debtPolitical or lobbying activitiesFundraising events or sponsorshipsGeneral operating support