[Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta](https://cfgreateratlanta.org)

December 2026 (invitation-only submission deadline, projected)

Invitation-only; typical awards and duration not publicly specified.

Supports charitable work aligned with the founders’ mission, awarding grants by invitation only.

Access is by invitation only; no open application process.

--- ## Description The Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund is a philanthropic initiative managed by the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. It honors the legacy and mission of the original donors, focusing on supporting charitable work that aligns with the founders’ values and purpose. Grantmaking is conducted on an invitation-only basis, ensuring close alignment with the original benefactors’ intentions. Specific focus areas and priorities are communicated directly to invited organizations. --- ## Due Dates - December 2026 (invitation-only submission deadline, anticipated/projection) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Funding details (total available, typical award size, and duration) are not publicly specified. - Awards are made at the discretion of the fund and are communicated directly to invited organizations. --- ## Eligibility - **By invitation only:** Organizations must be invited by the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta or fund advisors to submit a request. - **Priority:** Given to organizations that have previously received funding from the Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund. - **No open application:** There is no public application process and no open call for proposals. - **Alignment:** Invited organizations are expected to align with the fund’s mission and legacy as established by the original donors. - If your organization is not currently a prior grantee or has not received an invitation, you are not eligible to apply at this time. --- ## Application Process - **Invitation:** Only organizations directly invited by CFGA or fund advisors may submit a proposal. - **Submission:** Invited organizations will receive specific instructions regarding the submission format, required documents, and deadlines. - **Review:** Proposals are reviewed for alignment with the fund’s mission and donor intent. - **Award & Payment:** Awarded organizations may receive payment via electronic transfer (Bill.com) if processed through CFGA's systems. - **No public portal:** The general CFGA Grants Portal is not used for this fund unless specified in the invitation. --- ## Additional Information - Organizations not currently invited or previously funded should explore CFGA’s other open grant opportunities and subscribe to the [Nonprofit News](https://cfgreateratlanta.us13.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=3edb55ef542d3c1479ddcebdf&id=ade1b2a5ab) newsletter for future updates. - For general questions about CFGA’s grantmaking infrastructure, see the [CFGA grant opportunities page](https://cfgreateratlanta.org/grant-opportunities/). --- ## External Links - [Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund Information](https://cfgreateratlanta.org/frances-hollis-brain-foundation-fund/) - [Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta – Grant Opportunities](https://cfgreateratlanta.org/grant-opportunities/) - [CFGA Nonprofit News Newsletter Signup](https://cfgreateratlanta.us13.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=3edb55ef542d3c1479ddcebdf&id=ade1b2a5ab) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |-----------------|--------------------------------------------------| | General Grants | [grants@cfgreateratlanta.org](mailto:grants@cfgreateratlanta.org) | | General Info | [info@cfgreateratlanta.org](mailto:info@cfgreateratlanta.org) | | Phone | 404.688.5525 | | Contact Page | [CFGA Contact Form](https://cfgreateratlanta.org/contact/) |

Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund

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