Nonprofits
At the Community Foundation of Monroe County, we’re dedicated to supporting nonprofits that make a meaningful difference in our local communities. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we’re able to fund programs and initiatives that create lasting, positive change for Monroe County residents.
We focus on organizations and projects that align with our mission to improve the lives of those in our community. Whether in community health, education, the arts, or other important causes, our grants are a vital resource for nonprofits striving to make a positive impact.
Grant Application
Process
To apply for a grant, please follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and submitted by the appropriate deadlines.
Review Grant Evaluation Policy
Before completing your application, we recommend reading the Grant Evaluation Policy. This outlines the guidelines and criteria we use to evaluate grant requests.
Complete Your Application
Fill out the application form below and provide any additional reference materials as requested. Please ensure your application is submitted by the deadlines: January 15th, April 15th, July 15th, or October 15th.
Submit Additional Documentation
Be sure to attach all required documents (listed below) to your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Apply For a Grant
Grant Application Form
Complete the application form below, ensuring all fields are filled.
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Accept Grant Evaluation Criteria
- Organization's Experience & Reputation: How credible and established is your organization in the community?
- Project Impact: What is the potential impact on Monroe County residents?
- Funding Availability: Are there alternative funding sources for the project?
- Project Sustainability: Can the project be maintained in the future?
- Project Need: How well does your project address a community need?
- Proposal Quality: The clarity, detail, and feasibility of your proposal and budget
Special Considerations: Proposals offering innovative solutions, fostering collaboration, or having broad community support will receive spacial consideration.
Exclusions: Please note that we do not fund individual grants (except scholarships), political campaigns, event sponsorships, operational program phases, capital improvements, conferences, or loans.
2023 Grant Distribution
Here’s a list of the grants we awarded in 2023, including the fund name, a brief description of each grant, and the amount received: