African American Legacy Fund Grants
Forecasted
The African American Legacy Fund Grants from the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona support research and community initiatives benefiting Black and African American communities in Southern Arizona.
Funder: Community Foundation for Southern Arizona
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recent cycles: ~$124,000 total to 13 nonprofits; grants provide 2 years of unrestricted support.
Summary: Unrestricted operating support for nonprofits advancing opportunities for Black and African American communities in Southern Arizona.
Key Information: Next application round anticipated to open in early 2027; eligibility and application details forthcoming.
Description
The African American Legacy Fund Grants, administered by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona (CFSA), are designed to foster a vibrant and equitable region where Black and African Americans can thrive. This program provides trust-based, general operating grants—offering recipients flexibility to address evolving needs and maximize organizational impact. The fund prioritizes nonprofits that advance opportunities, resources, and prosperity for Black and African American communities in Southern Arizona, focusing on unrestricted support for maximum effectiveness.
