Quick Summary
Name: Manatee Community Foundation Inc Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $9,438,420 (2024) |
| Grant Range | $2,000 - $40,000 (varies by cycle) |
| Average Grant | $15,000 or less |
| Application Method | Mixed (Rolling LOI + Fixed Deadline cycles) |
Contact Details
- Website: https://manateecf.org
- Phone: 941-747-7765
- Email: Grants@ManateeCF.org
- Address: 2820 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205
Geographic Focus
- Manatee County, Florida (primary focus)
- Local nonprofits serving the Bradenton area
- Some grants awarded beyond local area
Funding Priorities
- Animal Welfare - Programs supporting animal welfare organizations
- Arts & Culture for Youth - Arts programs specifically for young people
- Education - Educational programs and scholarships
- Health & Human Services - Programs addressing community health and human services needs
- Environment - Environmental causes and conservation
- Civic Engagement - Community engagement initiatives
- Capacity Building - Organizational development for nonprofits
- Capital Needs - Equipment and infrastructure (partial funding only)
What They Don't Fund
- Leadership gifts in capital campaigns (will consider partial funding of capital items only)
- Religious programs involving active evangelization
- Projects not accessible to everyone regardless of faith, background, or personal preferences
- Grants exceeding $15,000 in most competitive cycles
Application Method
MCF uses a two-stage application process through their online Foundant portal:
- Letter of Intent (LOI) - Organizations submit a short LOI describing their vision
- Full Application - Eligible organizations are invited to complete full applications aligned with specific grant cycles
Grant Cycles: Focused cycles in Animal Welfare, Health & Human Services, Education, and Arts & Culture for Youth. Organizations with urgent needs outside regular cycles can contact Grants@ManateeCF.org.
Applications are evaluated by MCF's Community Investment Committee (local volunteers).
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