Community
Impact Grant
Eligible nonprofits that align with our focus areas are encouraged to apply for our competitive grant, offering a $5,000 award.
Legacy
Grant
This opportunity is available through an invitation-only application process. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals or letters of inquiry for this opportunity.
How to Apply for a Grant
All funding requests must be submitted through the online application portal. The Foundation may require additional information, an interview, or a site visit.
Community Impact Grant
Applications are accepted from May 1st to May 30th of each year. Applications are due by midnight on the deadline date. Grant awards will be announced in July.
Grant Guidelines
To be considered for a grant, an organization must:
- Be in operation and have 501(c)(3) status for at least two (2) years, preferably five (5) years
- Have filed a Form 990 tax return with the IRS within the last year
- Have audited financial statements by an independent accountant within the last eighteen (18) months
- Be headquartered in Arizona, with the majority of staff, services provided, and requested funding in Arizona
- Have an annual budget of at least $500,000 and no more than $5 million
- Not have received funding from the OneAZ Community Foundation in the previous year. If funding was received in the previous year, you are not eligible to apply in the current year
- Be mission-aligned with the OneAZ Community Foundation’s funding pillars
We do not fund grants for:
- Organizations that discriminate in the delivery of programs and services on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status
- Influencing legislation and/or elections; political candidates; political campaigns; or social or political issues outside the United States
- Individuals
- Event Fundraising Sponsorships
- Religious organizations, churches or programs that are purely denominational in purpose
- Foundations or organizations, which are themselves grant-making entities
- Individual schools and their support organizations (including Booster Clubs, PTA/PTOs, athletic teams, bands, performing arts groups, alumni associations or reunions)
- National organizations that do not have local chapters in Arizona
- Consumer interest organizations
"The Community Impact Grant has allowed us to expand our reach, providing more underserved youth with the tools and opportunities to explore STEAM careers through digital arts. With this funding, we are not just teaching skills – we are shaping futures and empowering the next generation to see themselves as creators, innovators, and leaders."
Kema CharlesCEO & Executive Director
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