[Delaware Community Foundation](https://delcf.org)

April 17, 2026 (full application due)

Awards range from $1,000 to $1,500; typically one-year projects.

Supports Delaware organizations serving the poor through initiatives in jobs, housing, health care, education, and re-entry support.

--- ## Description The June J. and Russell W. Peterson Fund for Social Justice provides targeted support to Delaware-based organizations addressing poverty and social justice needs. The fund is designed to empower nonprofits to deliver programs that improve jobs access, housing, health care, education, and re-entry services for individuals returning to society. The goal is to enhance opportunities and quality of life for underserved and economically disadvantaged populations across Delaware. --- ## Due Dates - April 17, 2026: Full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Awards typically range from **$1,000 to $1,500** per project. - Funding is for one-year projects. - The fund supports multiple awards within this range each cycle. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be **Delaware-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations**. - Programs must **serve the poor** and address at least one of the following: jobs, housing, health care, education, or support for community members re-entering society. - Organizations must serve Delaware residents **without discrimination** based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, or sexual orientation. ### Not Eligible - Individuals - Non-501(c)(3) organizations - Public or tuition-based educational institutions - Fundraising entities for publicly funded programs (e.g., schools, parks, libraries) - Purchases of office equipment, vehicles, or standard office expenses - Endowments, debt reduction, or annual fundraising campaigns - Religious organizations for sectarian purposes (community-serving projects may be eligible) - Projects completed before June of the current year - Special events --- ## Application Process 1. **Review** all program details and eligibility requirements. 2. **Prepare** your application materials, including project description, budget, and supporting documents. 3. **Apply online** via the [Delaware Community Foundation grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=delcf). - Create an account or log in. - Select the "June J. and Russell W. Peterson Fund for Social Justice" opportunity. - Complete and submit the application by the deadline. 4. Applications are reviewed by a committee of community volunteers, with recommendations made to the DCF Board for final approval. ### Required Materials - Completed online application - Project and organization budgets - Board of directors list - IRS determination letter - Most recent audited financials/IRS Form 990 - Additional attachments (optional, e.g., photos) --- ## Additional Information - All publicity and materials must acknowledge funding from the Delaware Community Foundation and the specific fund. - Awardees may be asked to provide stories and photos for DCF publicity. - Reporting requirements may apply; successful completion is considered in future applications. --- ## External Links - [Grant program page](https://delcf.org/grants/) - [Online grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=delcf) - [Grantee publicity guidelines](https://delcf.org/grantee-publicity-guidelines/) - [Application PDF](https://delcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-June-J.-and-Russell-W.-Peterson-Fund.pdf) - [Eligibility guidelines](https://delcf.org/grants/#popmake-26478) - [Specific Interest Grants Guidelines (DOCX)](https://delcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Guidelines-for-the-Specific-Interest-Grants-at-the-Delaware-Community-Foundation_vFY25.docx) - [FY26 Grant Rubric (DOCX)](https://delcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FY26-Specific-Interest-Grant-rubric.docx) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |---------------------------------------|-------------------------------|---------------| | Delaware Community Foundation (main) | info@delcf.org | 302.571.8004 | | Grants Portal/Technical Support | ksheridan@delcf.org | — | | Community Impact Program Officer | yrushdan@delcf.org | 302.504.5239 | For general inquiries, use the [DCF contact page](https://delcf.org/contact/).

June J. and Russell W. Peterson Fund for Social Justice

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