Is the foundation accepting proposals at this time?

Currently, we are only accepting proposals by invitation, limited to existing partners. 

How would you advise us to organize a grant proposal?

We consider good grant writing to be like good storytelling. Try telling the story of your organization in a three-act structure:

• Act I: Introduce the characters and a problem to be resolved.
• Act II: The action(s) these characters take to resolve the problem laid out for them in Act I.
• Act III: Reveal the outcome of these actions.

In a grant, “Act I” introduces your organization and the problem you exist to resolve. “Act II” lays out the project you are initiating to solve or to help solve this problem. “Act III” lists your anticipated outcomes and impact for your project. Tell this story with the passion you have for your work and your organization, and you will stand every chance of capturing any reader’s attention.

May we send you a proposal for feedback from the foundation?

Yes, you may. We will make every effort to review your proposal and provide feedback in time for you to adjust your proposal and submit it; however, please keep in mind that we are a small foundation with few staff members, so it may not always be possible to fully evaluate your proposal prior to the deadline.

How long will we wait to receive an answer on our proposal?

Generally speaking, the foundation board meets quarterly in March, June, September, and December. You will have a decision by the end of that month.