Grant Submissions Calendar
Smart capacity planning to prevent burnout and maximize success
January 2026
How to Use This Page
- 📅Strategic Planning: This calendar helps you distribute grant applications throughout the year to prevent burnout and maintain quality.
- 🎯Capacity Targets: Each month shows recommended limits for different grant types (Capital: 4-6, Micro: 2-4, Prep: 1-2, Total max: 6-10).
- ☀️Monthly Themes: Each month highlights strategic focus areas aligned with typical funder cycles and seasonal opportunities.
- ⚠️At Capacity Alerts: When a month reaches its maximum, focus on quality over quantity for that period.
Monthly Capacity Targets
Capital Grants
4-6
Micro Grants
2-4
Prep / Relationship
1-2
Maximum Total
6-10
January 2026
New Year Planning
general operating
capacity building
Capital Grants0 / 6
Micro Grants0 / 4
Prep / Relationship0 / 2
Total Capacity0 / 10
February 2026
Winter Foundations
facilities
equipment
Capital Grants0 / 6
Micro Grants0 / 4
Prep / Relationship0 / 2
Total Capacity0 / 10
March 2026
Spring Growth
education
workforce
volunteer training
Capital Grants0 / 6
Micro Grants0 / 4
Prep / Relationship0 / 2
Total Capacity0 / 10
April 2026
Community Focus
community building
health
Capital Grants0 / 6
Micro Grants0 / 4
Prep / Relationship0 / 2
Total Capacity0 / 10
May 2026
Tech & Innovation
technology
innovation
Capital Grants0 / 6
Micro Grants0 / 4
Prep / Relationship0 / 2
Total Capacity0 / 10
June 2026
Summer Programs
youth
education
Capital Grants0 / 6
Micro Grants0 / 4
Prep / Relationship0 / 2
Total Capacity0 / 10