[The Campbell Foundation](https://www.campbellfoundation.org)

September 30, 2025 (Cycle 2)

Up to $25,000 per grant; most awards range from $5,000 to $25,000; 12-month grant period.

Supports nonprofit projects, with emphasis on environmental work, equity, and innovation, especially in California and the Chesapeake Bay region.

Only organizations that have never received a Campbell Foundation grant are eligible to apply.

--- ## Description The Campbell Foundation’s Unsolicited Grants Program provides flexible funding to support a broad range of nonprofit organizations and projects. While open to all subject areas and types of programs, the Foundation has a particular interest in environmental initiatives in California and the Chesapeake Bay region, as well as efforts that engage diverse populations and promote racial equity. Grants may be used for general support, project support, capacity building, or capital campaigns. The program is designed to support innovative, impactful work—especially from organizations serving communities and dismantling systemic barriers. --- ## Due Dates - **Cycle 2, 2025 Deadline:** September 30, 2025, by 5:00 pm Pacific Time (No late submissions or extensions allowed.) Funding decisions will be made by October 24, 2025. --- ## Funding Amount - **Maximum Request:** $25,000 per unsolicited grant. - **Typical Awards:** In 2024, grants ranged from $2,500 to $25,000, with most between $5,000 and $25,000. - **Grant Period:** Funds should be expended within 12 months of receipt. - **One application per organization per cycle.** --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** - US-registered 501(c)(3) public charitable organizations, including educational institutions and government agencies. - Fiscally sponsored projects (must apply under the sponsor’s name). - **Ineligible:** - Organizations that have previously received any Campbell Foundation grant. - **Geographic Focus:** Open to US and international projects, but preference is given to: - California (especially San Francisco, Fresno, Kern, Tulare, Kings Counties) - Chesapeake Bay region (especially Lancaster County, PA, and Dorchester, Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset Counties, MD) - **Additional Requirements:** - Organizations must be registered in the Foundation’s grants management system. - Only one proposal per organization per cycle. - If declined, there is a two-year waiting period before reapplying. --- ## Application Process 1. **Confirm Eligibility:** - Search the [grants database](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/grants-awarded/) to ensure your organization has never received a Campbell Foundation grant. - Verify registration status in the [grants management system](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/registered-organizations/). - Complete the [eligibility checklist](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/unsoleligibilitychecklist). 2. **Prepare Proposal:** - Download and review the [proposal template](https://campbellfoundation.box.com/shared/static/b9tycl70b0uau101f9r12qrvzzf70u9d.docx). - Complete all required sections (organization profile, project overview, objectives, audiences, racial equity, attachments, roles, and authorization). - General support, project support, capacity building, and capital campaign proposals are all accepted. 3. **Submission:** - Submit the complete proposal through the Foundation’s online system by the deadline. - Only electronic submissions are accepted; do not mail hard copies. 4. **Review and Notification:** - Proposals are evaluated for completeness, organizational health, and alignment with guidelines. - Funding decisions are communicated by the posted decision date. - No feedback is provided to declined applicants. --- ## Additional Information - **Grant Purpose:** Funds can be used for future expenses or activities only. - **Renewals:** Most unsolicited grants are one-time awards; renewals are rare and at the Foundation’s discretion. - **Racial Equity:** Applicants are asked to describe actions taken to advance racial equity within their organization. - **Attachments:** Required documents include a list of top funders and board members; templates are provided in the application materials. - **No LOIs:** Do not send letters of inquiry or additional materials outside the application process. --- ## External Links - [How to Apply](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/how-to-apply/) - [Unsolicited Grant Recipients Database](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/unsolicited-grant-recipients/) - [General Grants Database](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/grants-awarded/) - [Eligibility Checklist](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/unsoleligibilitychecklist) - [Proposal Template (DOCX)](https://campbellfoundation.box.com/shared/static/b9tycl70b0uau101f9r12qrvzzf70u9d.docx) - [Program Page: Unsolicited Requests](https://www.campbellfoundation.org/programs/unsolicited/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Notes | |------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------| | Khloe Graczyk | [kgraczyk@campbellfoundation.org](mailto:kgraczyk@campbellfoundation.org) | For application questions (email only) | | Tech Support | [techsupport@campbellfoundation.org](mailto:techsupport@campbellfoundation.org) | For technical issues with the application | For more details, visit the [Campbell Foundation contact page](https://www.campbellfoundation.org). ---

Unsolicited Grants Program - The Campbell Foundation

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