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Fall Grant Cycle is a biannual grant program from the Windham Foundation supporting Vermont-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working to enhance economic, cultural, and civic life throughout Vermont. The Foundation has awarded over $12 million in grants to date. The Fall 2026 cycle has a deadline of September 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.
m. and focuses on two themes: (1) Community Arts, Enhanced Learning, Mentoring, and Historic Places and Preservation; and (2) Wellness, Housing, Outdoor Activities, Health Access, and Senior Programs. Organizations may submit only one application in a 12-month period, apply for no more than three out of five years, and the Foundation will not fund more than 50% of any project cost.
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Windham Foundation Grants Program – Windham Foundation Windham Foundation Grants Program The Windham Foundation offers several philanthropic programs. Most significant is the Grants Program, which allows the Foundation to identify and support likeminded nonprofits to advance its mission of enhancing the economic, cultural, and civic life in communities throughout Vermont.
The grants program recognizes that the social and economic vitality of a community is maintained through many activities -- social, cultural, and educational. The well-being of small communities comes through the success of local organizations involved in this work and the Foundation is proud to be their partner. Over the years the Foundation has awarded over $12 million in grants.
The Foundation also helps support nonprofits operating in Grafton and regularly opens its doors for activities that benefit the local elementary school and the community. Grants are awarded twice a year to support a range of initiatives. These are grouped into four themes.
Grant application deadlines and themes for 2026: Spring (Deadline March 15, 2026 at 5:00pm) In the spring grant cycle the Windham Foundation welcomes applications that address the following topics: Theme 1: Economic Development; Workforce Development; Job Readiness. Proposals should specifically address these topics in a rural context.
Theme 2: Cultivation Of Food; Food Security; Food Processing and Distribution; Healthy Forests and Streams; Conservation; Climate Change Adaptation. Fall (Deadline September 15, 2026 at 5:00pm) In the fall grant cycle the Windham Foundation welcomes applications that address the following topics: Theme 3 : Community Arts; Enhanced Learning; Mentoring; Historic Places and Preservation.
Theme 4 : Wellness; housing; outdoor activities; health access; senior programs To learn more, click the red "Grants Process" button above. Recent & Featured Recipients The Windham Foundation offers small grants to support community projects and nonprofits operating in the Grafton area. The Grafton Fund is supported through Trustee donations and an annual grant from the Windham Foundation.
To learn more, contact Becky Reilly by email at becky. reilly@windham-foundation. org or by phone at 802-843-2201.
Inquire about the Grants Program Thank you for your interest in the Windham Foundation's grants program. A member of our staff will respond to your query, usually within two business days. Use the contact form here, or contact Meg Gonzalez directly at: Email: meg.
gonzalez@windham-foundation. org
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Private, non-profit organizations tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code. The organization or program to be funded must be in Vermont. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Unspecified Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is September 15, 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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