The Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Philanthropy Grant

The Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Philanthropy Grant, offered by the Arizona Community Foundation, aims to promote justice and opportunities for LGBTQ individuals across Arizona. The grant supports organizations focused on youth, seniors, and transgender communities, fostering environments where everyone can thrive. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and other charitable entities. This initiative seeks to create lasting impacts for LGBTQ individuals, ensuring their rights and dignity are upheld.

The Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Philanthropy Grant
The mission of the Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Philanthropy at the Arizona Community Foundation is to contribute to an Arizona and society that advances justice and opportunity for LGBTQ people and the communities where they live.
The Kellenberger + Tollefson Center responds to statewide need through three program focus areas:
Youth: Foster an environment where every child can achieve happiness and live to their full potential.Aging/Seniors: Ensure seniors are able to live free from discrimination and can age with dignity.Transgender People: Improve the well-being of transgender communities.
We will also consider applications that advance the mission of the Kellenberger + Tollefson Center on a broader basis. You are invited to apply for a grant from ACF’s Kellenberger + Tollefson Center to make a lasting difference for LGBTQ individuals in communities across Arizona.

Eligibility

Provided an organization is in good standing with the IRS and meets conditions relevant to ACF grantmaking and fields of interest, the following organization types are generally eligible for funding: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, schools, municipalities, government agencies, tribal entities, houses of worship (for non-sectarian programs), and other organizations operating with a charitable purpose or with a nonprofit fiscal agent.