Competitive Grant Cycle Opens June 1

Our 2026 Competitive Grant Cycle opens Sunday, June 1. Nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status in good standing, as well as approved government entities, may apply online via our website www.cfdrr.org/grants.

The Foundation will unveil its new platform for grant management on June 1. All users will be required to create a new login and password. We strongly encourage organizations to begin considering and planning their application now so all information is provided in time. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, July 25.

During its 2025 Competitive Grant Cycle, The Foundation awarded a total of $946,433 in grants to 64 agencies serving the region. These grants supported animal services, arts and culture, community development, health and wellness, education and youth, human services and emergency services. For questions or issues creating your account, or for questions about the competitive grant cycle please email Traci Petty at traci@cfdrr.org, or call The Community Foundation office at (434) 793-0884.