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Requesting support

Know what you need.
Show how it will help.

Applications are not open yet. Before they open, Community Capital Network will clearly post how much funding is available, the largest award allowed, the deadline, and a secure way to apply.

Pre-launch: no applications are being accepted or awarded

Open to the community

You do not have to give money to ask for help.

The people who donate make community support possible, but funding is not a reward for donating. When applications open, donors and non-donors may apply under the same published rules.

No pay-to-apply ruleThere is no donation requirement or application fee.No donor advantageGiving does not improve an application or guarantee approval.One fair processEvery eligible request is reviewed for need, community impact, supporting information, and conflicts.Funds must be availableMeeting the requirements allows a request to be considered; it does not promise an award.Independent decisionsApprovals are made through the documented committee process—not by popularity or personal relationships.

Choose the correct lane

Three ways community funds may be used.

Family

Family Stability

Urgent, documented needs involving housing, essential utilities, health, safety, or necessary transportation.

Documents to prepare +
  • Identity and household information
  • Proof of need, bill, estimate, or notice
  • Requested amount and vendor information
  • Other assistance received or requested
  • Consent for reasonable verification
Business

Business Opportunity

Practical support for businesses or founders positioned to create jobs, needed services, or lasting community value.

Documents to prepare +
  • Owner identity and business formation records
  • Business plan or concise operating summary
  • Budget, quotes, and exact use of funds
  • Revenue, banking, license, or tax records as applicable
  • Jobs, services, milestones, and follow-up plan
Project

Community Projects

Defined initiatives serving a broader group through youth, workforce, education, health, safety, or neighborhood improvement.

Documents to prepare +
  • Project leader and sponsoring organization
  • Population served and community need
  • Timeline, budget, quotes, and partners
  • Measurable outcomes and reporting plan
  • Permissions, insurance, or licenses when required

What applicants can expect

A documented decision—not a popularity contest.

  1. 1Secure submissionApplications receive a date and tracking number.
  2. 2Eligibility screeningCompleteness, category fit, documents, and conflicts are checked.
  3. 3Independent scoringAt least three qualified reviewers use the published 100-point scorecard.
  4. 4VerificationIdentity, costs, need, standing, references, and facts are checked as appropriate.
  5. 5Committee voteA recorded two-thirds vote of eligible members present is required.
  6. 6Agreement and follow-upApproved recipients sign use, reporting, and recovery terms.
Read the complete Fund Allocation Framework →

If approved

Funding comes with responsibility.

Permitted use of fundsPayment amount and scheduleReceipts and progress documentationOutcome and follow-up requirementsPrivacy and story permissionsReturn or recovery of misused funds

Application notice

Do not send sensitive records by ordinary email.

When applications open, Community Capital Network will provide a secure submission method. Until then, use the contact page only for general questions or organization interest.

Contact Community Capital Network →