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

March 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $10,000 per year; potential for renewal in a second year; general operating support; one-year grant period.

Multi-year, unrestricted grants supporting nonprofits advancing opportunities for Black and African American communities in Southern Arizona.

--- ## Description The African American Legacy Fund (AALF), an initiative of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, provides multi-year, unrestricted operating support to nonprofits whose work benefits Black and African American communities in Southern Arizona. These grants are designed to offer flexible working capital, empowering organizations to maximize their impact and sustainability. The program prioritizes organizations with Black and/or African American representation in executive leadership or on their board, and whose activities directly benefit these communities. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum grant request: **$10,000** per year. - Organizations may receive up to $10,000 for the first year. - Second-year funding may be recommended based on satisfactory progress, required reporting, and availability of funds. - Grants are for general operating support. - Each award period is one year in duration. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be a 501(c)3 nonprofit in good standing or apply using a fiscal sponsor (which must also be a 501(c)3). - 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. - Organizations must have Black and/or African American representation at the executive leadership **or** board level. - If there is only one qualifying staff or board member, that individual cannot be a member of the AALF Advisory Board. - Applicants must be current on all reporting requirements to the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona. - Requests exceeding $10,000 will not be considered. - Awards must align with CFSA’s Grantmaking Principles and Diversity Policy. --- ## Application Process - All applicants must apply through the [CFSA online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfsaz). - New users must create an account; returning users should log in with existing credentials. - Prepare all required documentation as outlined in the application instructions. - For help with the portal, view the [application tutorial video](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1032486620?badge=0&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479). - Contact the Community Impact Team for technical or eligibility questions (see below). --- ## Additional Information - Past grantees include a wide range of organizations focused on cultural, educational, health, and community development initiatives for Black and African American residents. - Grants are highly competitive and support both established and emerging organizations. - Awards are for general operating support, not restricted to specific projects. --- ## External Links - [African American Legacy Fund Grant Information](https://cfsaz.org/grants/african-american-legacy-fund/) - [CFSA Grantmaking Principles & Diversity Policy](https://cfsaz.org/what/grants/) - [African American Legacy Fund Main Page](https://cfsaz.org/aalf/) - [CFSA Online Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfsaz) - [Application Tutorial Video](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1032486620?badge=0&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact Form | |------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Community Impact Team | community@cfsaz.org | (520) 770-0800 | [Contact CFSA](https://cfsaz.org/contact-us/) |

African American Legacy Fund (AALF) Grants

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