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

October 2026 (application deadline, projected)

Up to $15,000 per organization; total pool ~$60,000 annually (typically funds up to 4 grants)

Annual grants for Southern Arizona nonprofits addressing focus areas selected by the Lutheran Church of the Foothills.

--- ## Description The Hellene Henrikson Legacy Fund, managed by the Lutheran Church of the Foothills in partnership with the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations operating in Southern Arizona. The fund was established through a bequest from Hellene Henrikson to support charitable programs that address priority areas selected each year by the church. The fund aims to make a meaningful, targeted impact on local communities, with a different theme or focus area each grant cycle. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026: Application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Applicants may request up to $15,000 per program; requests for higher amounts may be considered. - The annual total grant pool is approximately $60,000, usually distributed among up to 4 organizations. - The grant period is typically one year. --- ## Eligibility - Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in good standing. - Organization must be based in, and serve, Southern Arizona—specifically Pima, Santa Cruz, or Cochise Counties. - Must have local leadership (board/advisory committee), local financial support, and local program management. - Nationally affiliated organizations may apply, but funds cannot support national/state/regional entities. - Program must directly benefit communities in the designated counties. - Grants are generally not made to: - Individuals - For-profit organizations - Government entities - Capital campaigns - Agency endowments - Individual schools - Sectarian purposes - Organizations may only apply once per cycle and are not eligible to reapply until the next solicitation. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [CFSA online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfsaz). - All applicants must create a new account in the portal. - Upon submission, applicants receive an email confirmation. - Applicants are encouraged to review the annual focus area before applying. - The application requires clear articulation of program outcomes, data collection plans, and sustainability strategies. - Priority is given to organizations involving staff, volunteers, and participants in program design and implementation, and those serving families with children or seniors. --- ## Additional Information - Recent focus areas have included supporting Native American neighbors and other themes relevant to local community needs. - Past grantees include a range of organizations addressing social, health, and educational challenges in Southern Arizona. - For technical help with the portal, [see this tutorial](https://player.vimeo.com/video/1032486620?badge=0&autopause=0). --- ## External Links - [Hellene Henrikson Legacy Fund Program Page](https://cfsaz.org/henrikson/) - [CFSA Grants Overview](https://cfsaz.org/what/grants/) - [CFSA Online Grant Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfsaz) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|-----------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | (520) 770-0800 | | Email | community@cfsaz.org | | Online Contact Form | [CFSA Contact Page](https://cfsaz.org/contact-us/) |

The Hellene Henrikson Legacy Fund of the Lutheran Church of the Foothills

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