Delaware Community Foundation has repurposed this opportunity for the Healthy Communities Delaware program, shifting the focus to systemic community-level changes like housing, environment, and civic engagement. You can now apply for increased funding amounts ranging from $25,000 to $150,000. Be aware of the new multi-step application process, which requires you to attend a pre-application meeting by February 27, 2026, and submit a Letter of Interest by March 1, 2026.
Funder: Delaware Community Foundation
Due Dates: February 27, 2026 (Pre-application meeting) | March 1, 2026 (LOI deadline) | April 30, 2026 (Full application, by invitation)
Funding Amounts: $25,000–$150,000 per award; approx. $1.2M total available; 12-month grant period (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027)
Summary: Supports community-level projects in Delaware that advance vital conditions such as housing, learning, environment, and civic engagement to promote thriving communities.
Key Information: Pre-application meeting is required before submitting an LOI; projects must focus on systemic change at the community level, not individual services.