2025–2026 ACMS Foundation Grant Applications Are Now Open
Now accepting proposals from nonprofits serving Allegheny County.
Apply by September 15, 2025.
How to Apply
Grant applications are now open for the 2025–2026 cycle.
You’re invited to apply through our new grant portal:
Go to: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=acms
Click “Create New Account” to get started.
Once your account is created, you will land on the Apply page.
Click Apply next to the 2025–2026 ACMS Foundation Grant Application.
Complete all required fields and upload all requested attachments.
Click Submit at the bottom of the application form when finished.
Need Help?
If you experience technical issues with the portal (e.g., login problems or submission errors), try switching browsers or clearing your cache.
For portal support, contact:
Melanie Mayer – [email protected]
For questions about eligibility, grant requirements, or the application itself, contact:
Sara Hussey, Executive Director – [email protected]
2025-26 Application Details
Timetable:
The following is a list of criteria that will be considered in the review process:
- * Project will create an impact on communities in Allegheny County, PA.
- * Project addresses a pressing need or timely issue OR presents a unique approach to addressing an “every day,” ongoing challenge.
- * Project has potential for broader impact or replication.
- * Project will respond to the ACMS Foundation Mission: Advancing Wellness by confronting Social Determinants & Health Disparities.
As the 501 (c) 3 philanthropic arm of the Allegheny County Medical Society, the foundation awards grants to support home and community environments that nurture and develop healthy children and families for a healthy Allegheny County.
The ACMS Foundation will support organizational-based activities that engage individuals and families in the planning, development, evaluation, and implementation of programs at the community level that assist individuals in creating supportive and healthy home environments.
The Foundation believes that all people have the inherent capacity to effect change in their lives and in their communities. The Foundation will support programs that respect and value individuals and their collaborative work to improve healthcare in our community.