The Scottsdale Charros, through the Charro Foundation, offers funding to qualifying local nonprofit organizations through an Annual Grant Cycle. The variety of organizations we support is as impressive as their impact on our community. The Charro Foundation emphasizes giving grants to Scottsdale-based nonprofits that work in youth, youth sports, education, Scottsdale’s western heritage, or cultural and community enrichment.
What we fund through our annual grant cycle:
- 501c(3) corporations or schools that align with our specific areas of focus
- Nonprofit organizations in the Greater Scottsdale Area which impact Greater Scottsdale Area
- Nonprofit organizations outside of the Greater Scottsdale Area whose targeted and measurable programs benefit the Greater Scottsdale Area or Scottsdale, residents
- School programs benefiting Scottsdale students or residents
- Organizations or programs supporting diversity
- Organizations or programs supporting programming for youth, youth sports, education, arts, health, and Western heritage without consideration of race, color, religion, gender, and national origin.
What we do not fund through our annual grant cycle:
- Event Sponsorships
- Individuals or individuals acting on behalf of a charitable cause
- Organizations other than 501(c)(3) organizations or public schools
- Auction items
- Endowment funds and foundations that bestow grants (pass-through funds)
- Multi-year projects
- Projects or programs where support is greater than 25% of the total organization budget
All funds granted by The Charro Foundation are to be used exclusively for the program listed in the funding application. Grants are generally between $2,500 and $25,000. All applications must have a Charros sponsor.
2025 Annual Grant Cycle Timing
- January – 2025 Grant Applications posted on Charros.com
- Late February – 2025 Grant Applications due
- May-June – 2025 Grants awarded and funds distributed.
In addition to completing the online form, all applicants must provide the following:
- IRS 501(c)(3) Designation Letter
- List of current Board of Directors/Management and their affiliation
- Most recent CPA-reviewed financial statements
- Project Budget
2024 Grant Report
The 2024 grant report is due within 90 days of the completion of the funded project/event. The Charros Donations Committee requires this report to be on file to consider future funding.