Grantmaking is one of the main functions of the
Delaware Community Foundation. The Foundation's Board of Directors
determines the recipients of grants from unrestricted funds, while
beneficiaries of awards from restricted funds are often decided upon
by the funds' donors.
Grants from unrestricted funds
The proceeds from the Delaware Community
Foundation's unrestricted funds are distributed to qualified
nonprofit organizations twice annually: in the winter for program
support, and in the summer for capital needs.
The Foundation has focused its program grantmaking
resources on building a stronger community, in large part by
supporting disadvantaged populations. Program grants have been
awarded to address some of Delaware's most pressing challenges
including affordable housing, homelessness, health care, arts
stabilization, adolescent needs, violence prevention, after
school programs for at-risk children and substance abuse prevention
programs for children and youth.
Capital grants are allocated to institutions where
modest funds can have a major impact on a project. Capital
improvements are the basic building blocks of community.
DCF grants provide expanded and improved services
throughout our state, care and comfort to the sick and elderly, and
nurturing and guidance for our youth. Each grant brings us closer to
building a stronger community for future generations of Delawareans.
Key to the success of a community foundation is its
flexibility. As the needs of the community change, the foundation
can redirect its grantmaking programs, staff and volunteer resources
to respond to those changes.
Grants from restricted funds
The majority of grants awarded are from restricted
funds. These are the funds donors have created to provide for
specific organizations or causes. Awards are made throughout the
year as directed by the donors.
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