Funding Opportunities

Gulf Coast offers multiple funding opportunities for our nonprofit partners. Before applying, make sure to review our Grant Guidelines.

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Community Grants

Program and event funding for nonprofits in our service area. Each nonprofit may receive up to $25,000 total per fiscal year across combined grants.

Submit your loi below

Catalytic Grants

Supporting bold, collaborative projects that create lasting regional impact. These grants typically exceed $25,000.

By invitation only

Initiative Grants

Data-driven initiatives and projects addressing our region’s most pressing challenges. By invitation only.

Fiscal Year 2027 Summer Cycle

Community Grants

Opens: May 1, Closes: June 30

Program and event funding for nonprofits in our service area. Each nonprofit may receive up to $25,000 total per fiscal year across Program Support and Event Sponsorship Grants combined

Grant notifications for this cycle will take place August 2026.

Catalytic Grants

Letter of Inquiry Deadline: September 14, Application Deadline: October 20

Supporting bold, collaborative projects that create lasting regional impact. These grants typically exceed $25,000. 

Organizations must first submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) through our Grantee Platform. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal. Not all LOIs will advance

Receiving a Community Grant does not affect eligibility.

Grant notifications will take place December 2026.

Upcoming Grant Application Periods

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Community Grants

Application Period: July 15 - September 30

Notification Date: November 2026

Application Period: October 15 - December 31

Notification Date: February 2027

Application Period: January 15 - March 30

Notification Date: May 2027

Catalytic Grants

Letter of Inquiry Deadline: September 14

Application Deadline: October 20

Notification Date: December 2026

Letter of Inquiry Deadline: March 15

Application Deadline: April 20

Notification Date: June 2027

Visiting Our Grantee Platform for the First Time?

If you have not yet applied for a grant using our new Grantee Platform, you must create a new profile prior to applying. If you need additional support, please reach out to communityleadership@gulfcoastcf.org.

Eligibility & Common Questions

Before applying, confirm your eligibility to receive a Gulf Coast grant, plus review some common questions we've answered for you.

Grant Guidelines & Eligibility

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Common Questions

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Connect with your Community Leadership Team

Looking for more information? Email your Community Leadership Team today or call us at 941.486.4600.