The Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Region is accepting applications for its 2015 grant cycle, according to a news release.

The grants will be awarded to nonprofits with applications focusing on addressing area issues, seizing opportunities and improving quality of life.

The Community Foundation – Women’s Fund also is accepting applications, which will be awarded to nonprofits whose applications “provide ideas, energy and resources” that empower local girls and women to achieve economic, social and political equality, the release said.

Both grant applications are due June 1, 2015.