Office Closure Notice: The office will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022, in observation of Independence Day.

BUILDING A

STRONGER COMMUNITY

for residents of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

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Martha's Table

Potomac Riverkeepers

Potomac Riverkeeper Network

Ford's Theatre

Ford's Theatre Society
(Photo by Carol Rosegg)

NOVA Therapy

Northern VA Therapeutic Riding Program
(Photo by Sydney Sawyer)

Young Playwright's Theater

Story District

DC Central Kitchen

NOVA Therapy

Educare DC
(Photo by Liza Harbison Photography)

BUILDING A
STRONGER COMMUNITY

for residents of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

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UPCOMING DEADLINE

Proposals are due on Friday, July 1, 2022 by 5:00 pm.

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QUESTION & ANSWER SESSIONS

Representatives from nonprofits that are considering applying for funding are invited to virtual meetings with a staff member.

FUNDING

Since 1970, more than $507 million has been awarded by the foundation.

By focusing on programs in the arts and humanities, community services, education, health and the environment, The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation is committed to building a stronger community for residents of the Washington, DC metro area.

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Higher Achievement

Synetic Theater

Yachad DC

City Dance

Mary's Center

Young Playwright's Theater

Humane Rescue Alliance

Art Works Now

CCI Health & Wellness Services

Universities at Shady Grove

Shout Mouse Press

ABOUT

The largest private, independent foundation focused exclusively on the Washington, DC metro area.

The Foundation is the legacy of Morris Cafritz, one of Washington’s leading commercial and residential builders from the early 1920’s to the mid-60’s. An outstanding civic leader known for his generosity, Morris Cafritz established the Foundation in 1948.

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