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

March 1, 2027 | August 1, 2026

No specified range; varies by project and availability.

Supports programs addressing basic human needs—food, clothing, shelter, and medical care—for residents of Greater Cleveland.

--- ## Description The Thatcher Family Fund, managed by the Cleveland Foundation, provides grant support to initiatives that address basic human needs—specifically food, clothing, shelter, and medical care—for individuals in the Greater Cleveland area. The fund operates within the foundation’s portfolio of donor-advised funds and is dedicated to supporting nonprofit efforts that directly benefit local residents facing hardship. --- ## Due Dates - August 1, 2026: Application deadline (annual) - March 1, 2027: Application deadline (annual) All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - The fund does not specify a standard award range or maximum. Funding is determined based on project scope, need, and available resources. - Typical awards are project-based and may vary from year to year. --- ## Eligibility - Organizations must be tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charities or government agencies. - Projects must serve residents of Cuyahoga, Lake, or Geauga counties in Ohio, with a focus on Greater Cleveland. - Fiscal sponsorship is allowed if the sponsoring organization holds 501(c)(3) status and applies on behalf of the sponsored group (a signed fiscal sponsor agreement is required). - Individuals, for-profit businesses, and certain other organization types (e.g., 501(c)(4), (5), (6)) are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Cleveland Foundation Grants Gateway](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/grants/grants-gateway-log-in/). - Applicants must register an individual and organizational account in the Grants Gateway if not already registered. Allow at least two weeks for new registration. - Complete the Thatcher Family Fund application, ensuring all required sections and attachments are included: - Organization profile and mission - Project summary and budget - Board list, organizational chart, budget, and audit/financial statement - Fiscal sponsor agreement (if applicable) - Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. EST on the listed deadlines. Late submissions roll to the next cycle. --- ## Additional Information - The Cleveland Foundation does not guarantee assistance in the two business days leading up to the deadline. - Applications are reviewed after each deadline; notification timelines may vary. - All required documents must be uploaded before submission. --- ## External Links - [Thatcher Family Fund Information & Deadlines](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/grants/other-grant-opportunities) - [Cleveland Foundation Grants Gateway Login](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/grants/grants-gateway-log-in/) - [Apply for a Grant – Cleveland Foundation](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/grants/apply-for-a-grant) - [Grants Gateway Step-by-Step Instructions (PDF)](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/files/assets/grantsgatewayinstructions.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Cleveland Foundation Contact Page](https://www.clevelandfoundation.org/contact?regards=general_information) | | Grants Management | grantsmgmt@clevefdn.org / 216.861.3810 | ---

Thatcher Family Fund

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