Step : 1

Assess Eligibility

• Be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue service code or have a fiscal sponsor that has a 501(c)(3) status and provides written authorization confirming its willingness to act as the fiscal sponsor.
• Engage in work that aligns with the foundations funding interest and priorities (please read our grant guidelines to understand our funding interest).

Step : 2

Submit a Letter of Inquiry

Letter of Inquiry:

A letter of inquiry must proceed a formal grant proposal. The purpose of a letter of inquiry is to determine if an organization and its proposal fit within the foundations eligibility guidelines before the organization expends the resources to put together a full proposal.

The letter of inquiry narrative should be limited to 250 words not including the current 501(c)(3) letter. This submission should include:

• Information about your organization’s mission activities and annual budget
• Region and population served
• Total amount requested from foundation and how funds are to be used
• Project needs, goals and leadership

The letter of inquiry will be reviewed and prospective applicants will be notified of the results. Those encouraged to submit proposals will receive further guidance concerning grant application.

Step : 3

Submit Application

If letter of inquiry is accepted, an application will be sent.
Apply for a Grant

Step : 4

Application Review

All grant applications will be collected together and reviewed by the foundation. There may be some questions from us if we need to understand the elements of your grant application. After the review is complete, we will select the grant applications that will be funded.

FUNDING OF GRANTS WILL BE ISSUED BEFORE THE END OF EACH CALENDAR YEAR.