Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
Imagine a community where every nonprofit organization has the power to turn its bold visions into impactful realities. The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro wants to help turn these dreams into positive change.
Our Grants and Initiatives serve as a catalyst for innovation, providing the essential resources that empower nonprofits to amplify their impact. Whether it’s enhancing educational programs, supporting vital community services, or fostering cultural enrichment, these grants are made to support our community’s diverse needs. Together, we’re not just granting funds; we are paving the way for positive transformation in our beloved community.
Applicants are encouraged to consult the Greensboro Public Library’s Nonprofit Resource Center and the Guilford Nonprofit Consortium for information on capacity-building efforts for nonprofits to help the design of a grant request.
Applications are accepted online through our online grant portal and must be submitted electronically. All applicants must have a log-on credential to access, store, and submit their application, grant report, and other grant information.
Questions? Contact our Grants and Initiatives department at grants@cfgg.org.
This is Greensboro’s first, permanent grantmaking endowment aimed at engaging women who are motivated to improve the lives of other women and their families in our community. Each year, the fund awards high-dollar grants to programs, organizations, and projects that create positive and measurable impact.
Future Fund is a group of community-minded, forward-thinking young professionals who are invested in the future of Greensboro and Guilford County. This initiative is made possible through the Ann Lineweaver Future Fund Endowment, currently valued at nearly $1.4 million.
The Teen Grantmaking Council (TGC) is made up of 20-25 high school students from across Guilford County. Members of our Teen Grantmaking Council will learn about philanthropy, discuss various issues experienced by teens in our community, and work together to improve life for youth in our area. In addition to gaining valuable leadership experience, the Teen Grantmaking Council is responsible for making decisions about which youth-led projects in the community will receive grant funding.
Our goal as a charitable organization is to create a lasting impact in the Greensboro Community. We do this by building strong relationships with philanthropists and nonprofit organizations to understand goals and meet the needs of the community. Visit our blog to read the latest news and see the positive impact on our community when we work together.
This Black History Month, the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro is proud to spotlight the voices of Black leaders serving on our Board. Their leadership shapes our work in meaningful ways, guiding how we invest in community, advance opportunity, and steward philanthropy across our region.
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At the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, we believe lasting change begins by truly listening to the people who live, work, and lead in this community every day.