FY27 Mini-Grant Program Award Announcement
The Sigma Public Education and Research (SPEAR) Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the FY27 Mini-Grant Program.
This year’s grant cycle marked an important evolution for the program, expanding support beyond Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. chapters and affiliates to include community-based organizations whose work aligns with SPEAR’s mission and Five Priorities: Community Service, Public Education, Advocacy, Social Science, and Applied Research.
Approximately $15,000 has been awarded to selected grantees whose proposals demonstrated strong alignment with SPEAR’s mission, community need, program feasibility, partnership, sustainability, and potential for measurable impact.
We invite you to review the full FY27 Mini-Grant Program Award Announcement below.
We extend our sincere congratulations to all FY27 grantees and thank every applicant for their commitment to strengthening communities through service, leadership, and innovation.
For questions regarding the Mini-Grant Program, please contact minigrants@spearfoundation.org.
The Sigma Public Education and Research (SPEAR) Foundation is proud to announce its Mini-Grant Program for the 2026-2027 FY (FY27), awarding one-time grants between $500 - $1,500. The purpose of these grants is to support local activities and initiatives that align with SPEAR’s mission to promote social, civic, cultural, economic, and educational progress for vulnerable or at-risk families and communities.
The Following entities are eligible to apply:
Alumnae chapters/undergraduate chapters/affiliates of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)
The Foundation will award grants to qualifying entities that meet program requirements and adhere to the outlined timeline.
For more information, please contact minigrants@spearfoundation.org.
The FY27 Mini-Grant Program application is now closed.
Program Timeline:
Announcement/Release of Request of Application: April 1, 2026
Intent to Apply Due: Extended through April 30, 2026 (11:59 pm PST)
Pre-Application Webinar Recording: posted for review on the Mini-Grant webpage by April 30, 2026
Application Opens: May 1, 2026
Application Closes: May 15, 2026 (11:59 pm PST)
Application Reviews: Through June 1, 2026
Award Announcements: By June 30, 2026
Grant Distribution: By July 15, 2026
Implementation Deadline: By May 30, 2027
Data Report Submission Deadline: Within 90 days after program implementation or June 30, 2027 (whichever is earlier)
For more information, please contact minigrants@spearfoundation.org.