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What resources do you have to help me prepare my application?

Please visit our Application Primer, where you can learn about the nuances of our nonprofit and public sector funding application. We also encourage you to log in to our portal and explore. […]

What is the first step in the application process?

The first step is to check your organization’s tax status and verify that you are eligible to receive philanthropic funding. After that, you can submit an application through our online portal. We will only consider applications submitted through this portal. […]

How do I set up a meeting at the Foundation?

Foundation staff will reach out to you after reviewing your proposal if they have questions. If you have questions, please email [email protected]. […]

Can I meet with a program officer before submitting an application?

It is unlikely that you can meet with a program officer before submitting. In general, program officers are not available for a discussion until after a proposal has been submitted. You can also email [email protected] with questions. […]

What organizations are eligible for Organizational Effectiveness grants?

Only nonprofit or public sector organizations that have received general operations or project support funding within the past three years are eligible for Organizational Effectiveness grants. […]

My organization would like to submit an application that spans several funding programs. What’s the best way to do that?

We welcome proposals that span funding programs. In the application, you will encounter a question titled “Funding Program.” Select the Foundation program that addresses the majority of your proposed outcomes. […]

When you say region, what do you mean?

Each program focuses its funding on different regions. […]

What is lobbying?

Please refer to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/lobbying […]

What activities won’t you fund?

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How do I determine which funding program my application is most likely to align with?

Please review our 2021-2030 strategy and our Funding Programs to understand our priorities and how your application might align with them. You can also visit our Grants page to view previously awarded grants. We also encourage you to read our Annual Report to learn more about our strategy and funding programs. […]