GFCF Fund

The Global Fund for Community Foundations (GFCF) is a worldwide, virtual organisation that has worked to advance community philanthropy since 2006. It offers financial assistance to community-philanthropy bodies, helping them tackle a broad spectrum of complex and delicate issues at the local level. These often include promoting social cohesion, responding to environmental challenges, supporting the rights of women, youth, and minorities, and assisting marginalised groups.

A key aim of GFCF’s grants is to build the long-term resilience and operational strength of recipient organisations. This means reinforcing their internal grantmaking procedures, refining governance frameworks, developing robust fundraising strategies, and improving communication capacities. Through this investment in institutional development, GFCF seeks to increase the influence of community foundations and local grantmakers, supporting sustainable, community-driven progress. The fund acknowledges the essential part local philanthropy plays in fostering change and creating resilient communities.

Review the eligibility requirements under the 'Who Can Apply' section on the GFCF website.
Contact GFCF at info@globalfundcf.org to ask about how to apply.
Send a concept note or application package as instructed by GFCF, since applications are accepted on a rolling basis rather than through set annual deadlines.

Applications are assessed continuously by the Global Fund for Community Foundations team rather than through fixed rounds. Each submission is weighed against the organisation's fit with GFCF's objective of bolstering community philanthropy, the anticipated effect on local concerns, and its proficiency in disbursing grants, overseeing governance, and cultivating funds. Because review happens on an ongoing basis, appraisals are timed to align with internal staffing resources and the schedules of donor financing.