Community Foundation of Fort Valley Fund Grant Program

The Community Foundation of Fort Valley Fund Grant Program is administered by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia (CFCG), a regional philanthropic organization based in Macon, Georgia. This grant program supports community-focused initiatives in Fort Valley and its immediate surrounding area. CFCG is known for fostering local philanthropic efforts, managing donor-advised funds, and facilitating charitable grants that benefit communities across central Georgia. The Fort Valley Fund is made possible through the generosity of local donors committed to enhancing the quality of life in the region. This grant opportunity is designed to fund nonprofit, faith-based (non-sectarian), and higher education organizations implementing community outreach programs. The foundation is particularly interested in supporting impactful local projects that serve the Fort Valley area. To maintain the integrity of the fund’s mission, grants are geographically restricted and must directly benefit Fort Valley or adjacent areas. Applications that fall outside this geographic focus will not be considered. Typical grants awarded through this program average around $2,500 per recipient. To ensure equitable distribution of funds and access to all eligible organizations, each nonprofit is allowed to submit only one proposal during a 12-month period. After submission, CFCG conducts a thorough due diligence review that may involve direct communication with the grant contact. The Fort Valley Fund’s advisory committee recommends proposals to the CFCG Board of Directors, which makes the final funding decisions. Applicants are generally notified of the outcome within three months of the application deadline. The grant application process is conducted entirely through CFCG’s online Web Portal. New users must register for access, which takes at least one business day. Applicants are required to upload specific documents including a project budget summary, board authorization letter, board of directors/trustees list, current operating budget, IRS determination letter, and either a financial audit report or the most recent IRS Form 990. These documents ensure organizational credibility and compliance with the fund's requirements. Reporting is mandatory for all grant recipients. A final report must be submitted within sixty days of the expenditure of funds, before applying for a new grant, or one year from the original application deadline—whichever comes first. As of January 1, 2024, all reports must be submitted through the online portal. Final reports must include outcomes and how the grant funds were used. This ensures transparency and accountability for awarded funds and maintains eligibility for future grants. The Community Foundation encourages grantees to promote their funded projects through press releases, social media, and other communication channels. All public mentions should attribute funding to the Community Foundation of Fort Valley Fund. Grantees are encouraged to tag CFCG in social media posts and submit promotional materials as part of their final report. Contact information for questions or support includes a general email (info@cfcga.org) and phone numbers (478-750-9338 or toll-free 866-750-9338). The application deadline for the current cycle is August 15 at 12:00 PM.

Register for the Web Portal at least one business day before the deadline. Submit a complete final report before applying again.