Competitive Grant Programs: Open Door Grants
Cape Cod Foundation's Open Door Grants support Barnstable County nonprofits in expanding their community impact and capacity through project or general operating funding.
Funder: Cape Cod Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 20% of operating budget, capped at $10,000 per award; one-year grant term.
Summary: Supports Barnstable County nonprofits new to the Foundation or without a discretionary grant in the last five years to increase community impact and foster new partnerships.
Key Information: Only for organizations with $25,000+ annual budget and no discretionary grant from the Foundation in past five years.
Description
Open Door Grants from the Cape Cod Foundation are designed to support nonprofit organizations serving Barnstable County, Massachusetts, that are either new to the Foundation or have not received a discretionary grant (including Program Grant, Open Door Grant, Capacity Building Grant, Anniversary Grant, or Flexible Funding Grant) within the past five years. The program aims to broaden the Foundation’s reach, encourage new partnerships, and help organizations further their missions and community impact. Grants may be used for either general operating support or specific projects, with a focus on strengthening and building the capacity of local nonprofits.
