Grants from the Foundation
The vast majority of the Nevada Community Foundationassets are distributed in partnership with our family of donor advisors, and applications for these funds are generally not accepted. However, in this section, you will find information on how to apply for grants available through our pool of charitable dollars provided by our unrestricted & field of interest funds, scholarship funds, and corporate grant administration.
The Traditional Grant Process
Through our Traditional Grant Process, organizations may submit applications that support innovative charitable projects and programs aimed at improving the quality of life for citizens of southern Nevada. Deadlines occur twice a year, due in the Foundation offices by 4:30 p.m. on the last Fridays in February and August.Applicants must be 501c(3) or units of government working for public good. Grants awarded range from $3,000- $10,000.
Click here for more specific information on this grant process or to download an application.
The Community Investment Process
Through the Community Investment Process organizations may submit an Idea Letter at any time, to members of the Community Conference who convene monthly to determine where millions of charitable dollars will go toward building and strengthening community.
Basic facts about the process:
- Begins with an "Idea Letter"
- Focused on Engaging Citizens
- Applicants may be traditional charities or groups of citizens
- No specific deadline, Ideas considered monthly
- Investments awarded average from $5,000 and above
Click here for more information on the Community Investment Process and to download an information sheet.
Scholarships
Click here to learn more about the scholarship programs the Foundation administers.
Corporate Grant Administration
Click here to learn more about the corporate grant programs the Foundation administers.