[Community Foundation for Southern Arizona](https://cfsaz.org)

March 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $10,000 per year; multi-year, unrestricted operating support; renewal for a second year possible based on progress and funding availability.

Supports nonprofits serving Black and African American communities in Southern Arizona with flexible, general operating funds.

--- ## Description The African American Legacy Fund (AALF) is an initiative of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona dedicated to supporting nonprofits whose work directly benefits Black and African American communities in Southern Arizona. The grant provides unrestricted, multi-year operating support, giving organizations the flexibility and working capital needed to maximize their impact. Funding is intended to strengthen organizations and help ensure that children, youth, and families in the region have the resources and opportunities to thrive. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (Full application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant request: $10,000 for the first year. - Grants are for general operating support. - Awards are for one year; renewal for a second year is possible based on satisfactory progress, reporting, and availability of funds. - Requests for more than $10,000 will not be considered. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in good standing or apply using a qualified fiscal sponsor. - Organizations must be based in Southern Arizona (all counties south of the Gila River, including Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Santa Cruz, Yuma, and parts of Pinal County). - Programming must directly benefit the Black and/or African American community in Southern Arizona. - Black and/or African American representation is required at the executive leadership or board level (cannot be solely a member of the AALF Advisory Board). - Applicants must be current on all reporting to CFSA. - Organizations must not discriminate in employment, volunteer opportunities, or program delivery, in accordance with CFSA’s Diversity Policy. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [CFSA online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfsaz). - New users must create an account; a [tutorial video](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1032486620?badge=0&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479) is available for guidance. - Ensure all eligibility requirements are met and all reporting to CFSA is current before applying. - Applications exceeding $10,000 will not be considered. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are intended for general operating support and are not restricted to specific programs. - Renewal for a second year is contingent on satisfactory progress, required reporting, and funding availability. - Past recipients include a diverse array of organizations serving the Black/African American community in Southern Arizona. --- ## External Links - [AALF Grants Program Page](https://cfsaz.org/grants/african-american-legacy-fund/) - [CFSA Grant Portal (Apply)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfsaz) - [CFSA Funding FAQs](https://cfsaz.org/nonprofits/funding-faqs/) - [CFSA Diversity Policy & Grantmaking Principles](https://cfsaz.org/what/grants/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |--------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Phone | (520) 770-0800 | | Email | community@cfsaz.org | | Online Contact Form| [CFSA Contact Page](https://cfsaz.org/contact-us/) |

African American Legacy Fund (AALF) Grants

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