This competitive program supports nonprofit organizations serving Allendale and/or Hampton counties addressing all charitable areas, with particular attention to education, health, and conservation/preservation of the built and natural environment.

Average award: up to $5,000
Deadline: 11:59 p.m. Feb. 1 or the next business day if that date falls on a weekend.

Criteria for eligibility

  • Nonprofit organizations serving Allendale and/or Hampton counties are eligible to apply.

Application process and schedule

  • Interested applicants will apply through our online portal beginning in November, with applications due by 11:59 p.m. Feb. 1 or the next business day if that date falls on a weekend. Select groups may receive a site visit and/or follow up questions. Members of the Winthrop Family and Coastal Community Foundation staff will meet to discuss the proposals and determine funding recommendations based on overall quality of the proposal, on the Winthrops’ personal interests and on grant funds available. Final decisions will be announced in late April/early May.