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How soon will I hear about my application once it is submitted?
You will immediately receive an email confirming that your application was successfully submitted. There are not specific timelines associated with the review of a funding application. […]
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What is the timeline for submitting applications via the General Application?
The General Application accepts proposals on a rolling basis. Requests for Proposals (RFPs) have specific timelines for submission that are indicated in the detailed guidance on our website. […]
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Can my organization apply to both the General Application and an RFP?
Nonprofit and public sectors organizations can apply to one or several RFPs and submit via the general application for other activities. Each application should be substantively different from the others. […]
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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. […]
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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. […]
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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]. […]
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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. […]
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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. […]
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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. […]