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

November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typical award: unrestricted grant; recent cycles distributed $266,000 to 40 nonprofits; annual organizational budget must be under $100,000.

Provides unrestricted funding to grassroots nonprofits in Southern Arizona addressing emerging needs, with priority for rural and marginalized communities.

--- ## Description Comunidad Grants are designed to empower grassroots nonprofit organizations in Southern Arizona by providing unrestricted funding to address emerging community issues. Rooted in mutual trust, the program grants organizations autonomy to use funds in ways that best help them achieve their mission. The initiative prioritizes nonprofits serving rural areas and historically marginalized populations, aiming to foster transformative impact over time by enabling local organizations to respond flexibly to their communities' unique needs. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (anticipated/projected, full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants are unrestricted, allowing recipients to use funds as needed. - In recent years, the program has distributed $266,000 across 40 nonprofits. - Eligible applicants must have an annual operating budget under $100,000. - Award sizes are not fixed but are designed to have a significant operational impact for small, grassroots organizations. --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet the following criteria: - Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in good standing, or use a fiscal sponsor that is a 501(c)(3) in good standing. - 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). - Have an established board. - Be current in all reporting to the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona. - Have an annual operating budget under $100,000. - Grants are generally not made to individuals, for-profit organizations, government entities, capital campaigns, agency endowments, debt reduction, individual schools, religious organizations for sectarian purposes, or pure sports teams. **Priority is given to:** - Organizations located in or conducting charitable work in rural areas. - Organizations whose work directly impacts historically marginalized communities. --- ## Application Process - All applicants must create a new account in the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona's grant portal ([apply here](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfsaz)). - Registration on the portal can be completed at any time, but applications are only available during the open application window (anticipated to open in October 2026). - Review the [applicant tutorial video](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1032486620?badge=0&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479) for guidance on the application process. - Applications are reviewed based on awareness of community needs, organizational response, financial impact, and operational sustainability. --- ## Additional Information - The program emphasizes flexibility and autonomy for grantees, supporting organizations in adapting to changing community needs. - Previous grantees are listed on the [Comunidad Grants program page](https://cfsaz.org/grants/comunidad-grants/). - Information sessions are typically held prior to the application window; recordings and registration details are available on the funder’s website. --- ## External Links - [Comunidad Grants Program Page](https://cfsaz.org/grants/comunidad-grants/) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfsaz) - [Funder Homepage](https://cfsaz.org) - [Virtual Information Session Details](https://cfsaz.org/event/core-comunidad-virtual-information-session-2/) - [Applicant Tutorial Video](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1032486620?badge=0&badge=0&autopause=0&player_id=0&app_id=58479) --- ## Contact Information | Department/Team | Email | Phone | Contact Page | |-------------------------------|-------------------------|------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------| | Community Impact Team (CFSA) | community@cfsaz.org | (520) 770-0800 | [Contact Us](https://cfsaz.org/contact-us/) |

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