The Caesar Rodney Rotary Foundation Grant is a funding opportunity designed to support nonprofit organizations working with underserved and at-risk youth and young adults in New Castle County, Delaware. The target population for this grant includes individuals from birth through 25 years of age who are at risk of not achieving self-sufficiency due to lack of access to appropriate skills and support systems. The maximum amount awarded per grant is $5,000.
Established in 2018 by the Caesar Rodney Rotary Club, the Caesar Rodney Rotary Foundation seeks to enhance community engagement and education around youth-focused issues. The foundation funds projects that promote positive youth development and aim to bridge opportunity gaps for vulnerable populations. The CRRF operates the Youth Empowerment Fund through the Delaware Community Foundation (DCF), which administers the grant program.
The application cycle for the 2025 grant opened on September 1, 2025, and will close on October 15, 2025. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Applications are submitted online through the Delaware Community Foundation’s grant platform and must be completed in full by the deadline. Required documentation includes a project budget, organization budget, list of board members, and IRS determination letter confirming nonprofit status.
Applicants are required to describe the specific project for which funding is requested, including the problem or opportunity it addresses, intended impact, target population demographics, measures of success, and collaborative partners if applicable. The proposal must also outline how CRRF funds will be used, identify other funding sources (pending and confirmed), and explain how the project will proceed if only partially funded.
Proposals are reviewed by the CRRF in collaboration with the Delaware Community Foundation, with funding decisions based on alignment with CRRF’s mission and demonstrated community need. Additional information about the CRRF and its mission can be found at www.crrfoundation.org.
Emphasize measurable impact and community relevance. Ensure all required documents are uploaded, and detail how CRRF funds will be used within the project scope.
