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ClosedPATH Foundation · 2026

General Operating Support (PATH Foundation)

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Agency: PATH Foundation
Funding: Calculated on a sliding scale based on applicant's operating budget; for organizations with annual budgets less than $100,000, grants are limited to 20% or less of the previous year's revenue.
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Closed
Eligibility: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in good standing with the IRS, subscribing to Principles of Best Practice, and having at least three years of stable leadership or having undergone a merger or other strategic restructuring within the past three years. Government entities and religious institutions are not eligible.
Grant Type: Capacity Building
Geographic Scope: Regional:Fauquier/Rappahannock/Culpeper County VA

About This Grant

General Operating Support (PATH Foundation) is sponsored by PATH Foundation. General Operations grants are the PATH Foundation's most competitive awards, providing unrestricted funding for the smooth running of strong nonprofits. The purpose of these grants is to empower exceptional nonprofits to expand, improve or pursue their best ideas, and to establish principles of best practice.

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Eligibility Requirements

501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in good standing with the IRS, subscribing to Principles of Best Practice, and having at least three years of stable leadership or having undergone a merger or other strategic restructuring within the past three years. Government entities and religious institutions are not eligible.

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Who can apply for General Operating Support (PATH Foundation)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in good standing with the IRS, subscribing to Principles of Best Practice, and having at least three years of stable leadership or having undergone a merger or other strategic restructuring within the past three years. Government entities and religious institutions are not eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does General Operating Support (PATH Foundation) offer?

The current listing shows calculated on a sliding scale based on applicant's operating budget; for organizations with annual budgets less than $100,000, grants are limited to 20% or less of the previous year's revenue. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds General Operating Support (PATH Foundation)?

General Operating Support (PATH Foundation) is funded by PATH Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for General Operating Support (PATH Foundation)?

Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.

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