Grantseekers
Small Organization Grants
The Community Foundation invests in small and grassroots nonprofit organizations making a big impact particularly in, but not limited to, the Focus Areas below. Grants are considered for projects that meet a community need and/or build the capacity of small organizations. These are one-time grants. Funding is not intended to extend beyond one year.
Small Organization Grants
For small organizations with budgets of $150,000 or less. Funding can support strengthening organizations and program development.
Grant Size: Up to $2,500
Deadline: January 15, 2026
Application opens on Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Learn More about our new Grantee Portal.
Please read the information below and click the “Apply Now” button to get started.
Eligibility:
- Nonprofit organizations with current 501(c)(3) public charity status, and a 2-year work history
- Annual operating budget of $150,000 or less
- Located in and serving one of these counties: Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns
- Requests can be made for up to $2,500
Focus areas typically funded:
- Build community (neighborhood improvement projects, strengthening neighborhood leadership, and preserving neighborhood identity)
- Provide support for unmet basic needs (hunger, clothing, and other basic items)
- Strengthen your nonprofit (training, planning, coaching)
- Support under-resourced children/youth (mentoring, enrichment activities, after-school supports)
We are not able to fund:
- Athletic associations
- Fundraising event sponsorships
- Programs promoting religious beliefs*
- Schools (public, private and charter) and school-based organizations (PTAs, boosters, etc)
- Requests outside our region (must be in: Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns counties)
*Grants may be made to faith-based organizations for the non-religious programs offered to the broader community
Important: The NEW Grantee Portal is here! Please visit our FAQ to learn more and apply for a grant.
Timeline
- November 18, 2025: Grants application process opens in the Grantee Portal
- December 1, 2025 – January 9, 2026: We are here to help. If you need assistance with applying, either in-person, virtual, or by phone, please submit your appointment request here.
- January 15, 2026: Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm
- March 1, 2026: Grants recipients notified
- March 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027: Grant projects must occur within this timeframe.
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