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The Cleveland Foundation Standard Grant is a competitive grant from the Cleveland Foundation that supports nonprofits, government entities, and churches in Cuyahoga, Lake, and Geauga counties.
The foundation funds both long-term impact initiatives—advancing regional economic competitiveness, driving neighborhood vibrancy, and connecting people to economic prosperity—and immediate community needs including innovation, pilot programs, and organizational sustainability. Grant amounts are not predetermined; applicants should request the amount that meets their program needs. Most grants are awarded for one year.
Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations, government agencies, and churches; for-profit organizations, endowment campaigns, and capital projects for hospitals or higher education institutions are generally not funded. The March 31 deadline applies to a specific grant cycle.
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Overview | Cleveland Foundation The Cleveland Foundation supports the needs, priorities and opportunities identified by communities and residents in Cuyahoga, Lake and Geauga counties, with grantmaking for long-term impact and grantmaking for immediate impact. We believe to make true change, we must invest in long-term efforts at the region, neighborhood and individual levels to drive success for all.
At the same time, we are committed to strengthening local nonprofits and meeting new and immediate needs in our community as they arise.
Grantmaking for Long-Term Impact Advance the region's economic competitiveness and grow good jobs in Cleveland Invest in Vibrant Neighborhoods Drive neighborhood vibrancy, community health and wealth Connect People to Prosperity Reimagine and resource systems to drive economic prosperity for all Grantmaking for Immediate Impact Well-being & Critical Needs We respond to ongoing community needs and priorities.
We fund innovative ideas and pilot programs to solve complex challenges and meet emerging needs. Organizational Sustainability and Leadership We suport organizations' efforts to sustain and strengthen their business models and effectiveness. We support transformative brick and mortar projects that significantly benefit the community.
Learn More About our Priorities A portion of our grantmaking is directed by foundation board and staff; the other portion is recommended by our donors. Below are details for board and staff-directed grantmaking. Most Cleveland Foundation grants are made to tax-exempt agencies classified as 501(c)(3) organizations.
Grants are also made to government agencies and churches.
We generally do not fund: For-profit/commercial organizations Endowment campaigns, annual appeals or membership drives Religious organizations for religious purposes Travel for individuals or groups when travel is the proposal’s primary focus Community services such as police and fire protection, road repair or snow removal Capital projects for hospitals, nursing homes or institutions of higher education The foundation accepts applications for capital projects based on our current policy.
Please review our guidelines before applying through our general application. Capital Grants Guidelines We do not have predetermined funding levels. Request the amount that meets the needs of your program and aligns best with your organization’s capacity and other anticipated or received support.
Generally, we make grants for one year. Your organization may apply for continued support for a previously funded purpose or project unless we specifically notify you otherwise. We cannot fund project expenses that have already been incurred.
Please submit your request well in advance of your project’s start date. Other Grant Opportunities Families, corporations, individuals and even private foundations have established funds at the Cleveland Foundation. These funds have their own grantmaking strategies and application processes.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations, government entities, and churches in Cuyahoga, Lake, and Geauga counties. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Cleveland Foundation Frank Hadley and Cornelia Ginn Foundation Fund is a grant from the Cleveland Foundation that funds education and healthcare initiatives for families and children in the Cleveland area. Grants of $5,000 to $15,000 support education programs that promote academic success, social-emotional growth, and after-school academic supplements, as well as healthcare programs delivering medical and behavioral health services to families and children. The Ginn Foundation will not serve as the sole or principal funder for pilot or new programs. Current, former, and new grantee organizations are welcome to apply, though organizations that have received five consecutive grants must wait two years before reapplying. Applications were due March 1, 2026.
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.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.