Fall 2026 Grant Round
Forecasted
Fall 2026 Grant Round supports organizations serving Bedford, Cambria, Indiana, and Somerset counties, funding their work to help people make a permanent impact and leave a lasting regional legacy.
Funder: Community Foundation for the Alleghenies
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Not specified
Summary: Competitive grants support organizations serving Bedford, Cambria, Indiana, and Somerset counties.
Key Information: Individuals are ineligible, and activities occurring before the grant’s beginning date cannot be funded.
Description
The fall grant round is part of the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies’ competitive grantmaking for organizations serving Bedford, Cambria, Indiana, and Somerset counties. The foundation supports regional nonprofits through both donor-directed grants and competitive opportunities. Its mission is to empower people to make a permanent impact and leave a lasting legacy in the region.
The fall round follows the foundation’s shared eligibility and grantmaking guidelines. Eligible organizations include qualifying nonprofits, governmental entities, volunteer fire companies, and other IRS-recognized tax-exempt organizations. Foundation staff screen requests for eligibility and completeness, and the Distribution Committee recommends awards to the Board of Directors for final approval.
