The Alexandra Hallock Capacity Building Grant for Small Nonprofits is a private funding opportunity administered by Cause Strategy Partners in collaboration with Tradeweb and Dolce Vita. This grant honors Alexandra Hallock, a passionate advocate for grassroots nonprofit organizations dedicated to human rights, girls’ and women’s empowerment, and LGBTQ+ causes. The program reflects her legacy by supporting the long-term sustainability and operational growth of small, U.S.-based nonprofits aligned with these values.
The grant provides a comprehensive support package that includes a $20,000 unrestricted grant, pro-bono consulting valued at $10,000 from Cause Strategy Partners, and access to professional development and governance tools. These include connections to Taproot Foundation’s Nonprofit Success Coaches and permanent access to the BoardLead Nonprofit Network and BoardLearn platform, which aim to strengthen board governance. The funding is designed to be flexible, allowing grantees to address immediate operational needs or invest in long-term strategic growth. By combining financial aid with structured capacity-building resources, the grant addresses both the immediate and systemic needs of grassroots organizations.
To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must be U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in operation for at least 12 months and have an annual revenue of no more than $400,000. Their missions must align with at least one of the following areas: human rights, women’s and girls’ empowerment, or LGBTQ+ advocacy. The grant explicitly excludes organizations affiliated with Cause Strategy Partners’ employees or advisory board members.
The application cycle for the inaugural round opened on January 15, 2025, and closed on March 14, 2025. Three organizations were selected from over 400 applicants: Girls In Gear Inc. (NJ), Hattie B. Black Women In Progress (AZ), and Inland Oasis (ID). Each of these recipients demonstrated strong alignment with the grant’s purpose and were awarded both the financial and capacity-building components in June 2025.
Although the application window for the 2025 cycle has passed, the structured format and resources provided to grantees imply a recurring model, and prospective applicants are encouraged to monitor for future rounds. Organizations interested in learning more about the program or inquiring about future opportunities can contact Anakaren Cervantes at [email protected]. The grant not only provides a funding lifeline but also celebrates Alexandra Hallock’s unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and community-led change.
