The GLFT supports a wide range of projects in its various grant programs. The Small Grants Program offers a streamlined application process for projects aligned with GLFT priorities and smaller in scope than are often supported through our other requests for proposals. Additionally, we will accept proposals for funding symposia, workshops, and conferences that align with these program areas. Individual requests must not exceed $20,000.

Applicant Eligibility

Organizations eligible to apply for GLFT grants include nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) designation from the Internal Revenue Service (or nongovernmental organizations holding charitable status in their country), as well as educational and governmental (including tribal) organizations.

Project Eligibility

The GLFT will consider smaller grants that demonstrate a direct contribution to one or more of the following GLFT program areas as defined by the respective policy documents or most recent grant program requests for proposals.

Additional project-specific considerations, priorities, and requirements are provided in the Policies and How to Apply sections below. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact GLFT staff prior to submission of a grant proposal to discuss project eligibility, goals, and alignment with GLFT priorities. Staff is available to assist applicants with navigating the online grant proposal submission process.

Policies

The GLFT will consider smaller grant requests that align with our Small Grants Policy. As described in this policy, projects must demonstrate a direct contribution to one or more GLFT program areas as defined by the respective policy documents or most recent grant program requests for proposals.

To review all of the grant-related policies for our multiple grant programs, please visit our Resources page.

Grant Calendar

Oct 9, 2026
Proposal Deadline

How to Apply

The Small Grants program will open annually at the beginning of each year. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Please review our Active Grant Opportunities to see which grant programs are accepting applications. The forms and instructions necessary to guide you through the application process are provided in the 2026 Small Grants Application Guidance.

Apply for Active Grant Opportunities