The Standard ClubCommunity Fund
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For grant seekers

How to apply

A short form, a friendly call, and a decision by a date we publish. Here is the whole of it.

Four steps

  1. Apply

    A short form, not a grant-writing marathon: six core questions, one or two more for your giving area, and your annual operating budget.

  2. A conversation

    Strong contenders have a brief, friendly call with a committee member — about fifteen minutes.

  3. A decision

    We read every application. The committee meets to decide, and you hear from us by November 13, 2026.

  4. A partnership

    The committee member who called you stays with you as your advocate, and members can help beyond a check.

Grant size

Grants run $5,000 to $15,000. You name one amount in that range, in $500 steps, and most grants land around $10,000. For event sponsorships and first-time explorations the committee may consider more flexible amounts — reach out to discuss.

When to apply

Two cycles a year from 2027, spring and fall. Fall 2026 is the inaugural cycle, and its dates are below.

Fall 2026

  1. Nominations open
  2. Applications close
  3. Committee scoring due
  4. Awards announced

What the form asks

A short form, not a grant-writing marathon. Six core questions, one or two more for your pillar, and your annual operating budget. Drafting help is built into the form and entirely optional: paste in what you already have and it will suggest a first draft you can edit. No AI decides anything — our committee makes every decision.

What happens next

We read every application. Strong contenders have a brief, friendly call with a committee member, who stays with you as your advocate. The committee meets to decide, and you hear from us by the dates above.

For organizations new to us we run a standard nonprofit check before the committee scores anything. Nothing is asked of you for it.

Questions

Can individuals apply?
No — 501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored organizations only.
Do we need a Standard Club connection?
No. Anyone may apply. A connection helps us get to know you, but it is never required.
Is an AI deciding our grant?
No. Drafting help only assists your writing. Our committee makes every decision.
How much should we ask for?
Ask for what you believe will represent a genuine impact on an aspect of your organization’s mission, anywhere from $5,000 to $15,000.
Can we reapply if declined?
Yes, in a future cycle.
What if our budget is informal?
An annual budget is required to apply, but a simple income-and-expense summary is fine.

Ready when you are.

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