Grants
Through partnerships with local nonprofit organizations, Gulf Coast Community Foundation seeks to transform our region through bold and proactive philanthropy. Gulf Coast’s grantmaking is designed to make the greatest positive impact in our communities.
Funding areas include: Health and Human Services, Arts and Culture, Civic and Economic Development, Education, and the Environment.
Grant Eligibility
Organizations serving Sarasota County, Charlotte County, DeSoto County, Boca Grande, Lakewood Ranch, and Longboat Key, Florida that are classified as tax-exempt public charities by the Internal Revenue Service are eligible to receive funding.
Regarding education related grants: Individual schools, booster clubs, and/or classrooms are not eligible for funding. Only grant requests submitted by the Sarasota County, Charlotte County, and DeSoto County School Districts will be considered.
Preference will be given to projects addressing Gulf Coast’s current priorities of Affordable Housing, Water Quality & Access to Green Space, and Mental Health. Learn more about Gulf Coast's priority areas in our 2023 Regional Scan.
First-time applicants, please contact us for guidance prior to completing an application at communityleadership@gulfcoastcf.org
Our Grant Opportunities
Summer Cycle
Community GrantsGulf Coast provides support to nonprofit partners for upcoming special events, programs, and/or projects that will have a positive impact for the organization and our region. |
Requirements: Funding may not exceed $25,000 per organization per fiscal year. We request one application per organization for each fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). The application should include all programs, projects, and/or events you would like Gulf Coast to consider funding. Timeline: Applications for this cycle opened July 1 and will close on August 11. |
Our grantmaking process has evolved! Check out our Let's Talk Grants: Updates & Insights session as we discuss new grant cycles, our current funding priorities, and how we can continue to collaborate in building thriving communities with opportunities for all.