[C. E. and S. Foundation](https://www.cesfoundation.com)

July 2026 (Tax & Audit Prep application deadline, projected)

Not specified; targeted support for tax and audit preparation costs.

Supports current or recent nonprofit grantees with the costs of legally required tax and audit preparation.

Only available to eligible current or recent grantees, with priority to smaller-budget organizations.

--- ## Description The Tax & Audit Prep grant is a targeted Capacity Building opportunity from the C. E. and S. Foundation, designed to help nonprofit organizations offset the costs of legally mandated tax and audit preparation. Recognizing that compliance-related expenses can be a significant burden, especially for smaller nonprofits, this grant aims to strengthen the operational health of the Foundation’s nonprofit partners by providing specific, underfunded support. The program is part of a broader commitment to ensuring grantees can focus resources on their missions while maintaining required financial compliance. --- ## Due Dates - July 2026 (anticipated/projected application deadline for Tax & Audit Prep) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The Foundation does not publish a specific award amount or range for the Tax & Audit Prep grant. - Funding is intended to help cover the actual costs of legally required tax and audit preparation. - Grants are targeted and may vary depending on organizational need and Foundation discretion. --- ## Eligibility - **Who can apply:** Only current or recent grantees of the C. E. and S. Foundation are eligible. - **Priority:** Preference is given to organizations with smaller budgets within the Foundation’s portfolio. - **Additional criteria:** Organizations must be invited or deemed eligible by the Foundation for this specific opportunity. - **Eligible expenses:** Only costs related to legally mandated tax and audit preparation are covered. - **Geography:** The Foundation primarily funds organizations in Louisville, Kentucky, and a few other connected communities, but eligibility is limited to existing or recent grantees regardless of location. --- ## Application Process - The Foundation identifies and invites eligible current or recent grantees to apply. - No open application process; unsolicited proposals are not accepted for this grant. - Application details, forms, and instructions are provided directly to eligible organizations. - For general information on the Capacity Building program, visit the [program page](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/programs/capacity-building/). --- ## Additional Information - The Tax & Audit Prep grant is one of several targeted Capacity Building opportunities offered to strengthen nonprofit operations. - Other Capacity Building grants may address technology upgrades, professional development, DEIJ initiatives, and office improvements, but eligibility and processes may differ. - Updates and region-specific information are available for [California](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/region/california/) and [Chesapeake](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/region/chesapeake/) grantees. - For the latest program updates, visit the [Capacity Building updates page](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/program_type/capacity-building/). --- ## External Links - [Capacity Building Program Overview](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/programs/capacity-building/) - [Capacity Building Updates](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/program_type/capacity-building/) - [C. E. and S. Foundation Home](https://www.cesfoundation.com) - [California Region Information](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/region/california/) - [Chesapeake Region Information](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/region/chesapeake/) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact/Resource | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Foundation Info| [C. E. and S. Foundation Contact Page](https://www.cesfoundation.com/contact.html) | | Capacity Building Info | [Capacity Building Program](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/programs/capacity-building/) | | Phone | (502) 583-0546 | For specific questions about eligibility or the invitation process, eligible grantees should contact their Foundation program officer or use the links above to reach the appropriate staff.

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