Good news on the budget front: you can now include up to 15% for indirect costs in your proposal. Make sure to review the updated geographic eligibility section, which now specifies exact required thresholds for the Social Vulnerability and Area Deprivation indices. Additionally, please note that purchasing office equipment has been added to the list of ineligible activities.
Funder: Delaware Community Foundation
Due Dates: February 27, 2026 (pre-application meeting) | March 1, 2026 (LOI) | April 30, 2026 (full application by invitation)
Funding Amounts: Award range: $25,000–$150,000 per project; approx. $1.2 million total available; 12-month grant period (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027).
Summary: Supports community-level projects in Delaware that improve vital conditions such as housing, education, environment, work, safety, and civic engagement.
Key Information: Pre-application meeting is required before LOI submission.