County grantSarasota County, FL
Capacity Building Grants
Offered by Community Foundation of Sarasota County
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- Who can apply
- 501(c)(3) public charities with local impact and a physical presence in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, or DeSoto County.
- How much
- Up to $15,000Organizations may receive up to $15,000 through this grant cycle within a 365-day period. Consultant support requires an equal match from the applying organization.
- By when
- Due May 1, 2027Opens April 1, 2027Grant cycle opens April 1, 2027 and closes May 1, 2027. Each cycle remains open for 30 days. Currently closed.
Checked Oct 24, 2026
About this grant
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County offers Capacity Building Grants to strengthen local nonprofits' internal capacity, resilience, and long-term sustainability. Funding supports leadership development, strategic planning, evaluation, fundraising capacity, and financial health, with up to $15,000 available per organization within a 365-day period.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Must have an IRS Letter of Determination showing 501(c)(3) public charity status; at least one current program with local impact in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, or DeSoto County; an approved/current profile in The Giving Partner; no outstanding grant reports to the Community Foundation of Sarasota County; physical presence in one of the four counties. Organizations that received a capacity building grant within the last 365 days are ineligible.
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