Eligibility requirements have tightened, meaning you must now hold your own 501(c)(3) status to apply rather than simply partnering with an eligible organization. Additionally, your project must explicitly benefit Monroe County residents, and your Letter of Intent budget must now detail any matching or in-kind funds. To help guide your request, the funder also added historical award data showing recent grants ranging from $9,950 to $75,016.
Funder: Community Foundation of Monroe County
Due Dates: March 30, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | April 29, 2026 (Full Application, by invitation) | May 15, 2026 (Committee Presentation)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per grant; funds must be used by May 31, 2027.
Summary: Supports collaborative, implementation-focused projects that advance Monroe County’s Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) in youth health, chronic disease prevention, and social determinants of health.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) organizations are eligible; collaborative efforts are strongly preferred.