[Community Foundation of Abilene](https://www.cfabilene.org)

October 1, 2026 (Coleman County Foundation) | March 1, 2027 (Friends of Coleman County Foundation)

$1,000–$15,000 (CCF cycle); $1,000–$5,000 (Friends cycle); 1-year grants

Grants for 501(c)(3) nonprofits and agencies to address community needs and strengthen charitable work in Coleman County, Texas.

Two annual cycles; applicants may apply in both but only once per cycle.

--- ## Description The Coleman County Foundation (CCF), managed by the Community Foundation of Abilene, offers annual grant opportunities to support nonprofits and government agencies serving Coleman County, Texas. Through two distinct cycles—Coleman County Foundation (fall) and Friends of Coleman County Foundation (spring)—the program funds projects that address immediate needs and enhance the quality of life for local residents. Grants are awarded from endowment funds and aim to strengthen the impact of charitable organizations across a range of service areas, including arts, education, health, youth, and community development. --- ## Due Dates - October 1, 2026: Coleman County Foundation (fall cycle) application deadline (online application opens August 15, 2026) - March 1, 2027: Friends of Coleman County Foundation (spring cycle) application deadline (online application opens January 15, 2027) Applicants may apply in both cycles, but only one application per organization per cycle is permitted. --- ## Funding Amount - **Coleman County Foundation (fall):** $1,000 to $15,000 per grant - **Friends of Coleman County Foundation (spring):** $1,000 to $5,000 per grant - Grants are typically for a one-year period Total funding available varies by cycle and year; organizations are encouraged to request amounts appropriate to their project scope. --- ## Eligibility - Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or a government agency serving Coleman County, Texas. - Fiscal agent arrangements are permitted, but applicants should consult with the foundation before applying. - Only one application per organization per cycle; organizations may apply in both cycles. - Grants are **not** awarded for: - Maintenance expenses - Medical or scholarly research - Membership fees or ticket sales for fundraising events - Church-related activities (unless community-wide) - Group travel (e.g., school or sports teams) - Capital debt reduction or deficit budgets - Individuals or political projects --- ## Application Process - All applications must be submitted online using the [Foundant GLM portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfabilene). - Application forms require: - Project title, amount requested, and total project budget - Organization mission and service area - Description of needs addressed, target population, and community collaboration - Financial documents: annual operating budget, balance sheet, and (if relevant) project budget or bid documentation for capital requests - List of board members - IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter (first-time applicants) or appropriate fiscal agent documentation - For capital requests (items >$5,000 or facility improvements), upload bids/documentation. - Application previews and guidelines are available for reference (see links below). --- ## Additional Information - Recipients must submit a grant evaluation report within six months to one year of receiving funds to remain eligible for future cycles. - Failure to submit required evaluations will prevent future funding. - Organizations that have not expended their grant within a year should contact the foundation before reapplying. - For questions regarding eligibility or fiscal agent arrangements, contact the grants manager prior to submission. --- ## External Links - [Coleman County Foundation Grant Opportunities](https://www.cfabilene.org/nonprofits/grant-opportunities/coleman-county) - [Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfa-site.files.svdcdn.com/production/uploads/CCF-25-Guidelines.pdf?dm=1723497416) - [Application Preview – Coleman County Foundation (PDF)](https://cfa-site.files.svdcdn.com/production/uploads/CCF-24-Application-Preview.pdf?dm=1737051096) - [Application Preview – Friends of Coleman County Foundation (PDF)](https://cfa-site.files.svdcdn.com/production/uploads/Friends-CCF-25-Application-Preview.pdf?dm=1737047789) - [Grant Evaluation Form (PDF)](https://cfa-site.files.svdcdn.com/staging/uploads/CCF-23_Grant-Evaluation-Form.pdf) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfabilene) - [Community Foundation of Abilene Contact Page](https://cfabilene.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |-------------------|-------------------------|------------------------------|--------------| | Michelle Parrish | Chief Impact Officer | mparrish@cfabilene.org | 325-676-3883 | | Meagan Harris | Rural Grants Manager | mharris@cfabilene.org | 325-676-3883 | | General Inquiries | Community Foundation of Abilene | cfa@cfabilene.org | 325-676-3883 | ---

Coleman County Foundation (CCF)

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