The DCF partners with nonprofit organizations to strengthen their financial stability and increase their impact. We award grants, help nonprofits establish endowment funds, and provide connections, information, and other resources through our programming.
Each year, the DCF awards hundreds of thousands of grants through various programs. Our grants support the work of nonprofits addressing Delaware’s greatest needs and opportunities, with an eye to building opportunity and advancing equity.
Nonprofits can establish endowment funds at the DCF to increase their financial stability, get help accepting planned gifts and other complex donations, and increase their donors’ confidence.
The DCF provides a range of resources and activities where nonprofit leaders and team members can explore important community issues and connect with others who are passionate about improving quality of life in Delaware.
The DCF provides a degree of access to knowledge about Delaware and thought partners who can help inform our organization’s work as part of the bigger picture in improving quality of life for Delawareans.
– Stephanie Staats, CEO, YWCA of Delaware
It was (the DCF’s) initial investment in us that set us up for success. You were right there when we needed you. You were awesome leaders.
– Basha Silverman, Jewish Family Services
Learn about establishing a fund with the DCF
Study group
Request information
Can DCF help me with my corporate clients charitable giving? Yes! Business and corporate giving programs and availability through the DCF
Calculators – annuities and endowments?
Planned giving tools – plannedgiving.com
First, read the program details and eligibility requirements for the specific grant you are interested in.
All grant applications are received via our online grant portal.
When you are ready to apply:
An engaged group of community volunteers comprises the DCF Grants Committee, which reviews proposals
submitted to our discretionary grant programs and makes recommendations to the DCF Board. Learn more
about them here.
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Agencies receiving DCF grants must serve the state of Delaware and its residents without discrimination
based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, or sexual orientation.
An engaged group of community volunteers comprises the DCF Grants Committee, which reviews proposals
submitted to our discretionary grant programs and makes recommendations to the DCF Board. Learn more
about them here.
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