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FAQs
How do I apply for a grant from the foundation?
We do not make grants outside our funding priorities. In general, we directly invite proposals by directly contacting organizations.
I have materials I want to submit along with my request for funding.
How do I send them?
Please submit only the requested forms. We are not able to accept samples, prototypes, or other supplementary materials that accompany requests for funding, and these items will not be returned.
My funding request does not fall under any of your programs.
How do I submit it?
We do not make grants outside our funding priorities.
I am an individual seeking financial assistance.
Am I eligible for a grant?
In keeping with our charter, we do not provide funding to individuals.
I am raising money for a cause. Am I eligible for a grant?
The foundation makes grants to organizations directly rather than through individual fundraising activities; therefore, we are unable to fund your effort.
The foundation is unable to make grants directly to individuals.
The majority of our funding is proactive and made to U.S. tax-exempt organizations that are independently identified by our staff.
Please keep in mind that although your project may appear to fall under the guidelines of what we fund, the area of funding may not accept unsolicited proposals.
Why doesn’t the foundation fund individuals?
In compliance with IRS tax laws, we only accept proposals from 501(c)(3) and other tax-exempt organizations. We are unable to provide funding directly to individuals.
Examples of areas the foundation does not fund:
- Direct donations or grants to individuals
- Projects addressing health problems in developed countries
- Political campaigns and legislative lobbying efforts
- Building or capital campaigns
- Projects that exclusively serve religious purposes |
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