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Apply for a Grant

Focused on Helping People

Grants are awarded on a quarterly basis following a review process by our Board of Directors and Grants Committee. 

As we have a new grant application system, all users will need to create a new account including new login and password.


Please plan to apply in the quarter that best fits with your mission: 

  • First Quarter: Hunger prevention; assistance for refugees and immigrants
  • Second Quarter: Housing and homeless services; services for incarcerated individuals or those re-entering society
  • Third Quarter: Health programming; services for those with disabilities; addiction treatment and recovery services
  • Fourth Quarter: Community service organizations that provide a variety of services and any other unique programs not specifically listed.


Applying For A Grant 

  • You will be asked to provide detailed information about how an identified community need will be met through the program for which funding is requested.
  • If approved, you will be notified and asked to submit a full grant application.
  • Questions? Please contact 440.360.7370

Grant Funding to Non-profit Agencies

  • Grant applications will be accepted only from organizations that are qualified as tax-exempt and charitable entities under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
  • Your work in the community must fall into one or more of the categories listed above.
  • Funding is limited to organizations located in Cleveland, Western Cuyahoga and Lorain Counties. 
  • We do not fund capital needs, endowments, school programs, or individuals.

Application Deadlines

  • Letter of Inquiry deadlines:
    • January 10, 2025
    • April 4, 2025
    • July 11, 2025
    • October 3, 2025
  • Application deadlines:
    • February 5, 2025
    • May 2, 2025
    • August 1, 2025
    • October 24, 2025
  • Grants Committee review meetings:
    • February 27, 2025
    • May 29, 2025
    • August 28, 2025
    • November 20, 2025

Schindler Assistance Fund

Separately from our quarterly grants, Community West Foundation supports programs at places of worship that help disadvantaged individuals and families by offering community meals, food pantries, clothing and more.  Click here to learn more.
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