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

January 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)

Up to $30,000 per grant; typically one-year awards; amount determined annually.

Supports nonprofits improving educational success and youth development for underserved youth in the greater Tucson area.

--- ## Description This grant program, managed by the Stone Canyon Community Foundation (SCCF) and held at the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, funds nonprofit organizations working to enhance educational outcomes, quality of life, and youth development for young people in need in the greater Tucson area. The SCCF prioritizes programs that help youth stay on track and access educational and self-improvement opportunities, aiming for a lasting, positive community impact. Grants are typically awarded for a one-year period and overseen by the SCCF Grants Committee and Advisory Board. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027: Full application submission deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants are recommended for up to $30,000 per year. - Awards are typically for one year. - The total amount and number of grants are determined annually by the SCCF Advisory Board and Grants Committee. - Multi-year commitments are rare and contingent on measurable performance and appropriations. --- ## Eligibility - Only 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations are eligible. - Organizations must serve the greater Tucson area communities. - Programs must align with SCCF’s mission, focusing on youth-in-need, educational success, and self-improvement. - Agencies must serve beneficiaries without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, or sexual orientation. - Previous grantees are encouraged to reapply. - SCCF does not fund endowments, debt reduction, or large capital projects. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted online via the [Common Grant Application](https://www.commongrantapplication.com/). - [Register for a new account](https://www.commongrantapplication.com/register.php?refOrgId=37689&refProgId=909&refProgType=all) - [Login for returning users](https://www.commongrantapplication.com/login.php?refOrgId=37689&refProgId=909&refProgType=all) - The application period typically opens in early November and closes in mid-January (dates projected). - The review process includes: - Committee review of applications - Potential site visits or requests for supplemental information - Final recommendations to the SCCF Advisory Board - Notifications to all applicants in the spring --- ## Additional Information - All grantmaking is subject to the approval of the SCCF Advisory Board. - Grant recipients must be able to quantitatively demonstrate the impact of previous SCCF funding to be considered for future awards. - For guidance on the application process, [view the tutorial video](https://vimeo.com/cfsaz/cga?share=copy). - SCCF is a donor-advised fund of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, which provides administrative and fiduciary oversight. --- ## External Links - [Stone Canyon Community Foundation Grants Program Page](https://cfsaz.org/grants/stone-canyon-community-foundation-grants/) - [Community Foundation for Southern Arizona](https://cfsaz.org) - [Common Grant Application Portal](https://www.commongrantapplication.com/) - [SCCF Grant Process & Guidelines](https://stoneccf.org/grant-process/) - [SCCF FAQ](https://stoneccf.org/mission/faq/) - [List of Past Grant Recipients](https://stoneccf.org/grant-recipients/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Foundation Address | 5049 E. Broadway Blvd., Suite 201, Tucson, AZ 85711 | | Phone | (520) 770-0800 | | General Inquiries | [CFSA Contact Page](https://cfsaz.org/contact-us/) | | SCCF Email | [stonecanyoncommunityfoundation@gmail.com](mailto:stonecanyoncommunityfoundation@gmail.com) | ---

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