DCBF Grants: How to Apply

Before beginning an application, please read the Program Overview and Instructions specific to the grant program to which you plan to apply. Information regarding the application process and sample application materials is provided in the APPLICANTS section for each grant program:

DCBF Grant Management System Resources

The DC Bar Foundation uses an online application and grants management system (GMS) to manage all applications, grant awards, grantee reporting, grant adjustments, and grant closeout. The resources on this page will help walk you through using the GMS.

Grants Management System URL: https://dcbarfoundation.org/gms

First-Time User

Setting up your GMS account and receiving your GMS Welcome Email

GMS Navigation

Navigating the Grant Management System Home Page

Grant Application Revisions

Submitting required revisions to applications and monitoring grant award status

Grant Post-Award Activities

Submitting a Grant Adjustment Request

Grantee Organization Information Maintenance

Reviewing and updating grantee and organization account information

Creating a GMS Account

How to Apply

The FY2026 application cycle has closed. Resources for the FY27 application cycle will be available July 2026.