MIAMI, FLORIDA — November 23, 2026 — The U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce announces three grant opportunities that may help eligible nonprofit organizations strengthen their programs, expand their community impact, and pursue financial resources for their missions.

Inspired by the biblical message in Galatians 6:9, “Let us not grow weary of doing good,” the Chamber encourages community leaders to persevere, prepare strong proposals, and share opportunities with organizations that may lack access to funding information and technical resources.

“Sometimes, opportunities are closer than we think, but organizations need the right information, preparation, and determination to pursue them. Our mission is to help nonprofit leaders discover these resources, strengthen their proposals, and build partnerships that can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives,” said Doug Mayorga, CEO of the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce.

Three Grant Opportunities to Explore

Jay L. Smith Family Foundation Grant

Deadline listed: December 31, 2026

This foundation supports organizations promoting family values, advancing healthcare, and serving disadvantaged populations. Eligible applicants must meet the foundation’s IRS 501(c)(3) requirements. The foundation indicates that submitting an application does not guarantee an award.

jaylsmithfamilyfoundation.org

Foundation website and application information

Mishler Brown Fund Grant

Deadline: December 31, 2026

This fund supports farming and agricultural education, historic preservation of farms, barns and farming equipment, and natural resource conservation. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based 501(c)(3) public charities. Applicants should present a clear project plan, community need, expected outcomes, and budget.

Inspiring Good

Official grant information

Brooks and Joan Fortune Foundation (BJFF) Grant

Application window listed through December 31, 2026

The foundation supports education, arts, and outreach programs, with an emphasis on specific projects that have defined outcomes. Applicants must hold IRS 501(c)(3) status. Requests are reviewed according to merit, funding priorities, and available resources.

Fortune Family Foundation

Official foundation website and application process

Chamber Offers Nonprofit Grant-Readiness Training

To help organizations prepare for funding opportunities, the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce invites nonprofit leaders to inquire about its Saturday training sessions focused on nonprofit management and grant readiness.

The program is described as an intensive, four-hour session offered for $100 per participant, covering topics such as:

• Developing a community needs assessment and project plan.
• Organizing supporting documentation and preparing a project budget.
• Understanding grant eligibility and application procedures.
• Building institutional relationships and presenting an organization’s mission effectively.
• Strengthening outreach and partnership strategies.

Participation in training does not guarantee a grant award. Funding decisions, award amounts, and payment schedules are determined exclusively by each foundation under its own policies.

“An effective nonprofit must do more than have a good heart. It must also have a clear mission, a responsible plan, proper documentation, and measurable goals. We want to help organizations become better prepared to compete for opportunities that align with their work,” Mayorga added.

About the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce

For 27 years, the U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce has focused on economic development, education, entrepreneurship, and institutional collaboration. Its mission includes supporting minority-owned businesses and connecting eligible nonprofit organizations with resources, information, and opportunities that may help them grow.

Important notice: Grant availability, deadlines, eligibility, award amounts, and application procedures should be verified directly with each foundation before applying. The Chamber does not guarantee funding or represent that it controls grant decisions.