Application Process

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The online application is a multi-step process. 

• Stage One is an eligibility quiz and short questionnaire about your organization and its programming.  If your organization is selected to proceed to Stage Two (the application), a code will be emailed to you directly.
• Because this is a two-step process, try to plan ahead. There may be a short period of time between our ability to review Stage One submissions and forwarding out codes. Waiting until September 30 to begin the process may result in notification delays.
• Many of the questions in Stage Two provide more information by clicking the “help” icon. Be sure to check that out. Also, keep in mind that during the application process, Foundation staff are here to work with you to ensure the review process goes smoothly. If you have questions, call the office.
• While funding remains competitive and limited in all communities served, we want to assure our nonprofit partners that the process is fair and transparent. Limited funding is especially true for our major-market communities (i.e., Cleveland, Oakland, San Francisco, and Seattle). Please remember that applying does not guarantee a grant award.
• All grant award decisions are made at the Foundation’s spring board meeting.