Leadership Development Grants for Nonprofits

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Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

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Application Deadline:

February 27, 2026

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Saint Clair, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties in southeast…

NewYork-Presbyterian Capacity Building Program

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Application Deadline:

February 27, 2026

NewYork-Presbyterian's Capacity Building Program offers grants and technical assistance to community-based organizations in New York City and Westchester County, NY.

The Summer Youth…

The Erie Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

February 27, 2026

The Erie Community Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Erie County, PA, region.

Hovis Grants support outdoor activities, camp attendance, athletics, and other…

Community Foundation for Monterey County

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Application Deadline:
  • Impact Grants: March 20, 2026
  • Small Grants: February 27, June 30, and October 30, 2026

The Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all residents of Monterey County, CA.

The Impact Grants program supports initiatives…

The Lake County Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:
  • Growing Communities
    Letters of inquiry: January 30, 2026 (latest expired date)
    Invited applications: March 27, 2026
  • Early Childhood Education
    Applications: February 27, 2026
  • Leadership Development and Animal Welfare: October 31, 2025 (latest expired date)
     
Grant Range: $1000 - $30000

The Lake County Community Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life of the residents of Lake County, IL.

The Foundation's program pillars include:

  • economic…

The Couch Family Foundation

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Application Deadline:

February 27, May 15, and August 7, 2026
Grant Range: $2500 - $605000
Average Grant: $57615

The Couch Family Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in northern New England, with emphasis on the Upper Valley Region of New Hampshire and Vermont and Martha's Vineyard, MA.

The…

Central New York Community Foundation

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Application Deadline:

February 27 and August 28, 2026

The Central New York Community Foundation seeks to enhance the quality of life for those who live and work within the communities of the central New York region.

The Foundation's …

The Henry Parsons Crowell and Susan Coleman Crowell Trust

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Application Deadline:

Letters of intent: January 15 and June 15, annually
Full applications: February 28 and July 31, annually
Grant Range: $1000 - $200000
Average Grant: $47374

The mission of the Henry Parsons Crowell and Susan Coleman Crowell Trust is to aid U.S. nonprofit organizations whose mission is the teaching and active extension of the doctrines of Evangelical…

Nonprofits require experienced, visionary leadership to find success. The best leaders also understand that there is always room to grow and develop. This is why leadership development is essential to the success of many nonprofits. And, in turn, that’s why many nonprofits look for leadership development grants.

The funding from these kinds of grants can be put towards a wide range of purposes. This can include things such as training workshops, leadership conferences or mentorship programs. These grants also come from a wide range of sources. These can include state workforce development programs, corporate sponsorships, or private foundations such as the Kresge Foundation. 

When preparing a grant proposal for leadership development, it's essential that you put that leadership on display. You should tell of the success stories of your nonprofits, and of the missions you hope to accomplish in the future. 

If you need further guidance on writing great grant proposals, make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the subject. You can also start to browse a great selection of leadership development grants right here, all accepting applications.