Alexandra Hallock Capacity Building Grant for Small Nonprofits

Alexandra Hallock Capacity Building Grant for Small Nonprofits is sponsored by Not specified (honors the legacy of Alexandra Hallock). This grant supports small nonprofits focused on human rights, women's empowerment, and LGBTQ+ causes. It offers one-time unrestricted funding along with pro-bono capacity building support to strengthen organizational infrastructure and governance.

This grant provides a unique and comprehensive package designed to empower nonprofits and will be awarded in full to three organizations each year. Here’s what selected organizations can expect: Receiving a $20,000 unrestricted grant offers nonprofits the flexibility to allocate funds where they’re needed most. This financial support allows organizations to address immediate needs while planning for long-term sustainability.

Pro-Bono Capacity Building The grant also includes invaluable capacity-building resources, such as: A consulting engagement from Cause Strategy Partners experts, valued at $10,000. Access to Taproot Foundation’s Nonprofit Success Coaches, offering personalized guidance to maximize the use of pro-bono resources.

Long-Term Governance Support Nonprofits will gain permanent access to the BoardLead Nonprofit Network and Cause Strategy Partners’ BoardLearn platform . These tools equip board members with the training and insights they need to foster strong governance, ensuring organizations can grow sustainably.

Grantees will also receive significant publicity during the grant award announcement, amplifying their work and expanding their reach to new audiences and potential supporters. By combining financial support with resources designed to build capacity and governance, this grant empowers small nonprofits to strengthen their foundation and amplify their impact. The 2026 application period is now closed.

The opportunity will be available again in early 2027. Applications Open : March 4, 2026 Submission Deadline : April 10, 2026 Grant Awardees Announced : June 2026 Funding Disbursed : By June 30, 2026 Grantees will also have until June 2027 to fully access all pro-bono capacity-building resources, ensuring they can make the most of this opportunity. For small nonprofits, the road to sustainability and impact can be challenging.

This grant provides not only financial support but also strategic resources to help organizations thrive. Whether your organization needs to enhance operations, improve governance, or build leadership capacity, this grant is an opportunity to achieve those goals and more. This opportunity is more than a grant—it’s a chance to honor Allie’s vision of a world where nonprofits have the tools they need to create lasting change.

Successful applicants will: Receive resources to enhance organizational infrastructure. Build capacity in areas like communications, technology, fundraising, and leadership. Gain national recognition through the Alexandra Hallock Grant publicity.

2025 Inaugural Recipients of the Alexandra Hallock Capacity Building Grant for Small Nonprofits Selected from a highly competitive pool of over 400 applicants, Cause Strategy Partners, Dolce Vita, and TradeWeb are pleased to award three organizations with funding and capacity-building support through our grant program.