[Cleveland Foundation](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org)

May 11, 2026

$10,000–$25,000 per grant; typical award is for one year

Supports organizations advancing opportunity, wealth-building, and holistic well-being for Greater Cleveland’s Black community.

--- ## Description The Cleveland Foundation’s Black Philanthropy Fund is an endowed affinity fund focused on advancing healthy communities and long-term prosperity for Greater Cleveland’s Black community. Through collective giving and strategic grantmaking, the fund invests in organizations that create pathways to opportunity, foster wealth-building, and promote holistic well-being. Supported initiatives may include career access, entrepreneurial ventures, civic leadership, financial security, generational wealth, and improved physical and mental health. The fund emphasizes systemic change through community partnerships and bold, collaborative approaches. --- ## Due Dates - May 11, 2026: Application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Grants typically range from $10,000 to $25,000 per award. - Funding is generally for a one-year period. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. - Projects must directly benefit Greater Cleveland’s Black community. - Activities should serve residents in Cuyahoga, Lake, or Geauga counties. - Eligible initiatives include those focused on: - Opportunity access (careers, entrepreneurship, civic leadership) - Economic investment and wealth building (financial security, generational wealth) - Physical and mental health (resilience, community care) --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [Cleveland Foundation Grants Gateway](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/grants/grants-gateway-log-in/). - Organizations not yet registered in the Grants Gateway should register at least two weeks before the deadline. - Prepare all required documentation as outlined in the Grants Gateway portal. - For technical assistance or registration help, contact [GrantsMgmt@CleveFdn.org](mailto:GrantsMgmt@CleveFdn.org). --- ## Additional Information - The fund seeks to support organizations that demonstrate a commitment to systemic impact and community collaboration. - Applicants are encouraged to clearly articulate how their project aligns with the fund’s impact areas and benefits Greater Cleveland’s Black community. - Only one application cycle per year; applications received after the deadline will be considered in the next cycle. --- ## External Links - [Black Philanthropy Fund Overview](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/grants/other-grant-opportunities/overview) - [Cleveland Foundation Grants Gateway (Application Portal)](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/grants/grants-gateway-log-in/) - [General Grant Information](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/grants/apply-for-a-grant) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact Form](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/contact?regards=general_information) | | Grants Management | [GrantsMgmt@CleveFdn.org](mailto:GrantsMgmt@CleveFdn.org) | | Phone | 216.861.3810 | ---

Black Philanthropy Fund

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