The Junior League of Cleveland’s Community Research & Development Committee evaluates projects that will comprise the JLC Community Program for the coming year.

The 2026-2027 Community Partnership grantees will receive committed and trained JLC volunteers and/or up to $10,000 funding during the 2026-2027 JLC fiscal year (June 2026-May 2027).

Grant Application Cycles and Deadlines

Applications accepted: January 13, 2026 – March 13, 2026

Awarded: May 2026

Partnership Criteria

• The project must further the Junior League’s mission and respond to recognized community public health needs in the areas of maternal health, women and children, food insecurity, education/literacy, and health/wellness.
• Must be a 501(c)(3) non- profit.
• Partner Agency needs to be located in NE Ohio in Cuyahoga, Lorain, Lake or Geauga counties.

Application Materials & Resources

• Request for Proposal 2026-2027 Application
• RFP Proposals Grading Rubric
• Proposed Budget Grant Form

RFP application questions can be emailed to Jen Outland at crdc@juniorleaguecleveland.org

Junior League Cleveland Request for Proposal Virtual Information Session

Wednesday, February 18 · 7:00 – 8:00pm ET
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ivb-zkqe-mvw
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 314-730-2192‬ PIN: ‪432 326 277‬#