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Apply for a Grant | Cleveland Foundation The Cleveland Foundation makes grants to tax-exempt agencies classified as 501(c)(3) organizations (public charities as defined by the Internal Revenue Service) in Cuyahoga, Lake and Geauga counties. Standard Grant Application Deadlines & Guidelines The standard grant application remains open year-round. Applications received after the deadline will be considered in the next application cycle.
Organizations not yet registered in the grants gateway portal should plan to complete registration at least two weeks in advance of any deadline. The grants management team cannot guarantee individual assistance on the days leading up to a deadline. Step 1: Register for access via grants gateway Obtain your individual username and password and register/connect to an organization.
You will need the following information: organization name (as listed on your IRS Determination Letter) EIN number (check GuideStar to verify your organization’s status with the IRS) executive director’s name and email address authorized users (including name, title and email address for each) Step 2: Create or update your organization profile Your profile helps to showcase your organization to Cleveland Foundation staff.
You must complete or update your profile on the Grants Gateway platform before submitting a grant application. Step 3: Complete a grant application Frequently Asked Questions What types of programs do you fund? The Cleveland Foundation makes most of its grants to tax-exempt agencies classified as 501(c)(3) organizations (public charities as defined by the Internal Revenue Service) in Cuyahoga, Lake, and Geauga counties.
Some grants are also made to government agencies and churches. Can I apply for a grant from a donor-advised fund? Grants from donor advised funds are made to nonprofit organizations based on the donor’s areas of interest.
Therefore, applications are not necessary. Your profile can be reviewed by staff working with donor funds, which is why it is a good idea to keep your profile updated regularly. Can anyone at the Cleveland Foundation help me write a proposal?
The Cleveland Foundation does not provide assistance with writing proposals. You can contact Candid , which frequently conducts workshops on proposal writing, among other services. Visit its website to find a location near you.
Can you refer me anywhere else for funding? Candid is a good resource; It does not provide funding, but it is well equipped to help grantseekers identify appropriate funders and develop targeted proposals. Find a location near you.
If our previous grant request was declined, can we apply again? Yes, each application is considered on its own merits. How can I check the status of my grant application?
There is no limit on the number of times an organization can apply for funding. Organizations should use discretion and submit requests only for top-priority projects and programs. Who will review my request?
While program officers have specific areas of interest and experience, they are all available to help you through the application process. Meet the members of the grantmaking team. Do I need to meet with a staff member before submitting a general application to the Cleveland Foundation?
No. It is not necessary to meet with a staff member before applying. Your submitted application will serve as an introduction and summary of your project. If you do have any questions, our grantmaking staff is available.
How much money should we ask for? There is a wide range in the dollar amounts of grants awarded. Organizations should request the amount actually needed to successfully complete the proposed project.
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Portal login or registration may be required to access the full application.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Tax-exempt agencies classified as 501(c)(3) organizations (public charities) in Cuyahoga, Lake, and Geauga counties. Some grants are also made to government agencies and churches. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $2,500 - $2,400,000 (average not specified). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Cleveland Foundation Standard Grant Application accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no single fixed deadline. Check the official notice for any cycle-specific review dates.
Cleveland Foundation Standard Grant Application is funded by Cleveland Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly. Note that portal registration or login may be required before you can access the full application.
The solicitation lists 4 required documents: organization profile, EIN number, IRS determination letter, and executive director name and email. Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
The Frank Hadley and Cornelia Ginn Foundation Grant is a grant administered through the Cleveland Foundation that funds education and healthcare initiatives in the Greater Cleveland area. Education grants support programs that advance academic success, social-emotional growth, and after-school learning supplements for students. Healthcare grants support families and children with medical and behavioral health services. Current, former, and new grantee organizations are welcome to apply, though organizations that have received five consecutive grants must wait two years before reapplying. The foundation does not serve as the sole or principal founder of pilot or new programs. Eligible applicants are nonprofits working in education or healthcare in the foundation's focus area.
Latino Impacto Fund is sponsored by Cleveland Foundation. The Latino Impacto Fund provides grants to Greater Cleveland 501(C)(3) organizations serving and uplifting Latinos through initiatives that promote community prosperity. Grantmaking focuses on areas like growing small businesses, expanding workforce pathways, increasing housing stability, building financial security, and promoting prosperity. While primarily for non-profits, small businesses could potentially benefit through partnerships with eligible organizations or programs supporting entrepreneurship.