The Cassville Affiliate Grantmaking Program FY26 is a local initiative of the Cassville Community Foundation, which operates under the umbrella of the Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO). The program’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Cassville through targeted, flexible grantmaking and local community leadership. Decisions are guided by a Board of Directors with deep local knowledge and by a grant review committee that assesses community needs and determines priorities for funding.
Grant proposals are accepted according to a defined annual cycle, and awards are made as funds are available. The FY26 program accepts applications from 501(c)(3) nonprofits and other IRS-recognized entities, including school districts, churches, and government entities. All applicants must serve the Cassville community.
Eligible organizations may apply for up to $1,000 in grant funding for this cycle. There is no stated minimum request amount. Applicants are expected to present their proposals in person to the grant review advisory board on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 3:30 p.m., at Arvest Bank located at 503 Main Street, Cassville.
Applicants must submit details about their organization, proposed project, funding needs, geographic and financial scope, and any current or anticipated funding sources. Required uploads include an annual budget and an EIN confirmation letter. Applications must be submitted through the online system, which enforces strict character count limits across all fields.
The deadline to submit applications is October 15, 2025, by 11:45 p.m. CDT. Grantees must adhere to CFO’s nondiscrimination policies. For questions regarding the grant itself, applicants should contact Rachael Freeman. For technical assistance, applicants may contact Latesa Carter at (417) 864-6199.
Submit a clear, locally focused proposal with required uploads. Review all character count limits.
