Capacity Building Grant
Grantwriter Resource Fund
We recognize that many nonprofits have staff who are juggling many responsibilities, including grant writing. This task may not be their area of expertise; however, it is necessary for the organization to remain financially healthy. The Dunham Foundation has created an opportunity for nonprofits to access funds – up to $5,000 – that support a contractual grantwriter.
The Dunham Foundation wants to help local agencies strengthen their organization’s financial resources to achieve their mission. By providing Capacity Building Grants to support the hiring of a grantwriting consultant on a contractual basis.
Who is eligible?
- Must be located within the Dunham Foundation Service Area
- Nonprofit organizations that do not have a dedicated grantwriter on staff
- Budget must be $2M or less
Note: We will consider multiple nonprofits submitting for ONE grantwriting grant when collaborating or evaluating a strategic partnership.
When do you apply?
Applications are accepted from January 1 thru October 1.
Awards are made in February, May, August, and November.
How do you apply?
A Final Grant Report is due upon the completion of the grant.