When preparing your budget, note that indirect costs are now explicitly capped at 15%. The eligibility guidelines have also been updated to clarify that debt reduction, office equipment, sectarian religious activities, and annual fundraising campaigns cannot be funded.
Funder: Delaware Community Foundation
Due Dates: February 27, 2026 (Pre-application meeting) | March 1, 2026 (Letter of Interest) | April 30, 2026 (Full application by invitation)
Funding Amounts: $25,000–$150,000 per award; approx. $1.2 million total available; 12-month project period (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027)
Summary: Supports community-level projects in Delaware that drive systemic change and improve vital conditions for thriving people and places.
Key Information: Pre-application meeting required by Feb 27, 2026 to be eligible.