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
Community Grants
Our grant application cycles are currently closed while we transition to a new grants management system. We appreciate your patience during this upgrade, which will help us better serve our entire community as we transform, together. The Winter Cycle Grant Applications will open on December 1.
If you have additional questions, please reach out to us at communityleadership@gulfcoastcf.org
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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.