How to Apply for a Grant

We offer three grant categories: Strategic grants, Mini-grants, and Community Enrichment grants.

Please note that our Strategic Grants, Mini-grants, and Community Enrichment Grants have different processes, application requirements, and deadlines.

You can review what we support and our criteria & policies for more information on grant types and grant funding priorities.

Organizations seeking grants or wishing to explore possible projects must contact us to discuss your organization and grant proposal prior to applying. After the initial discussion, you will receive an access code for the grant category you are interested in applying for.

All grant applications must be submitted through our online application system and by the grant round deadline. Final grant decisions are made by the Board of Directors. Applicants will be notified 7-10 business days following a board meeting whether their application has been approved (and at what funding amount) or denied. Visit our grantee login page to create an account and submit an application.

After an initial meeting with the Foundation Staff, and your proposal aligns with Foundation priorities, applicants will be provided an access code to the Letter of Inquiry (LOI).

If your LOI is approved, you will receive an email notification indicating a grant application has been assigned.

Please be aware that due to limited resources and a higher volume of requests than is currently feasible, we may not be able to consider your proposal at this time.

Mini-grants and community enrichment grants are accepted four times a year. The Board of Directors reviews these grants in January, May, June, and November. You don't need to submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) for these grants. To apply, you'll need an access code. If your proposal fits the Foundation's rules and goals, you can get an access code after an initial meeting with the Foundation Staff.