The Palisades Community Fund was established by the Palisades Citizens Association (PCA) in December 1995 as the grant-making committee of the PCA.

PCF finances projects benefiting the Palisades community that promote charitable activities, cultural enrichment, community education and service, economic improvements and environmental enhancements.

Grants by the Fund have supported a variety of local projects for schools, the Palisades Branch library, beautification of MacArthur Boulevard, landscaping the Rec Center, building lockers for the local fire station and constructing a community information kiosk.

How to Apply for a
Palisades Community Fund Grant

NEXT PROPOSAL DEADLINE:
Postmark by APRIL 30, 2008

PCF Grants Made in 2007: Spring | Fall

PCF Grants Made in 2006: Spring | Fall

PCF Grants Made in 2005

PCF Grants Made in 2004

PCF Grants Made in 2003

PCF Grants Made in 2002

PCF Grants Made in 2000-2001

PCF Grants Made in 1999-2000

PCF builds its endowment fund through contributions and bequests. PCF can become a powerful catalyst for local improvements to our community.

PCF approves grant requests twice a year -- in April and October. Special grant meetings may be held by the committee if deemed necessary. The PCF makes its recommendations to the Board of the Palisades Citizens Association, which presents them to the association's general membership for a vote.

Want a worthwhile neighborhood project for your group, class or troop? Applications need not be complex, but they must include a budget - including named individuals who will be responsible for installation and maintenance, and a budget for maintenance (if applicable).

Applications must spell out in detail how the project or program will specifically aid Palisades residents. For example, a service proposal should stipulate the number of Palisades residents who participate or are served.

All proposals should clearly describe their novel contribution to the community, explaining the specific need the project meets.

All applications must include name and phone/email of someone who can answer questions about the proposal.

All contributions to PCF are fully tax-deductible. PCF obtains its non-profit status via its affiliation with the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region. The Community Foundation provides PCF with administrative services including accounting and bookkeeping as well as investment services and other advice.

Please consider making a contribution to PCF to make a real difference in our community that will be enjoyed for many generations to come.

Checks should be made out to The Palisades Community Fund and mailed to:

Palisades Community Fund
P.O. Box 40603
Palisades Station
Washington, DC 20016