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Unrestricted Grants for Nonprofits is a grant from The Clif Family Foundation that funds general organizational support for nonprofits working toward a healthy, just, and ecologically thriving world. The foundation has given 361 grants to trailblazing nonprofits, with 77% awarded as general operating support — unrestricted funding that organizations can apply toward their priorities. Awards typically range from $7,000 to $10,000.
Eligible applicants are U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Applications are reviewed twice yearly, with deadlines on March 1 and August 1; applicants are notified by June 15 and November 15 respectively. Applications are submitted through the foundation's online portal, which opens January 2 for the March cycle.
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We envision a healthy, just, ecologically thriving world for all people. 361 GRANTS GIVEN TO TRAILBLAZING NONPROFITS 77% RECEIVED GENERAL SUPPORT READ MORE ABOUT OUR GRANTEES For general questions, you may email us at info[at]cliffamilyfoundation[dot]org Application Portal Opens January 2 Our grantee portal will open on January 2nd for our Open Call March 1, 2026, deadline.
We are working on launching a new grants management software, Temelio. All future applications, communications, and grant agreements will be processed through this system. The next Open Call Grants deadline is March 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM, PST.
These grants are awarded for general organizational support. For general questions, you may email us at info[at]cliffamilyfoundation[dot]org 1334 B Vidovich Ave. St.
Helena, CA 94574 Application Portal Opens January 2 Our grantee portal will open on January 2nd for our Open Call March 1, 2026, deadline. We are working on launching a new grants management software, Temelio. All future applications, communications, and grant agreements will be processed through this system.
The next Open Call Grants deadline is March 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM, PST. These grants are awarded for general organizational support. **Starting in January 2024, applications are now reviewed two times a year; the deadlines are the 1st of March and August .
Applicants will be notified of decisions by June 15 and November 15, respectively. INTERESTED? START THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: U. S. nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) status). Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Typically $7,000 - $10,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. 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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