For Grant Seekers

Important dates and resources for grantseekers

FY '26 Grant Cycle Details

DEC '24
Applications Launch
This year we will use online applications.

For this grant cycle, we will offer separate online forms for grant seekers’ use:

– Member Agency Grant Application (Due: Fri., Jan. 17, 2025)
– Discretionary Grant
– Community Project Grant
– Youth Community Fund Grant 

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will have the option to save applications in progress and then return to them in order to complete them. 

JAN '25
Agency Kick-Off Breakfast
Tentative date: Thursday, January 9, 8:30am. Location TBD.

In early January, we will convene current agency grantees to discuss emerging needs and share best practices. Complete details will be communicated to all via email in December.

Jan '25
Agency Grant Applications Due
Friday, January 17

This year, agency grant applicants will have until Friday, January 17th to submit FY ’26 applications. 

FEB + March '25
Agency Visits (1 hour each)
Evaluators conduct site visits with agency grant applicants.

As part of the evaluation process, Evaluators, organized by topic area, will arrange one hour visits with agency representatives to learn about their work and impact.  

APR '25
Grant Allocation Begins
  • Allocation recommendations will be made to the Board.
  • Board will vote.
May/Jun '25
Allocations Announced