Is my organization eligible to apply for a grant?
The Foundation only considers grants to nonprofit organizations with a valid tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and which are classified as public charities and not “private foundations” under Sections 509(a)(1) or (2) of the code. Please review our Grants Guidelines and Application Procedures to further evaluate your organization’s eligibility.
Can we apply if we are not located in the five boroughs of NYC or the three counties in NJ?
The Foundation primarily supports organizations located within the five boroughs of New York City, and in Essex, Morris, and Union counties in New Jersey. Organizations located outside geographic parameters may be considered if they serve a significant number of individuals from these communities.
How can we apply?
All applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s online application portal which can be accessed on the Foundation’s website during our grant application periods. Please note that the Foundation does not accept applications via mail or email.
When can we apply?
The Foundation has two grant application cycles each year: Spring and Fall. Applications are accepted from December 15 through February 1 for the Spring grants cycle, and from June 15 through August 1 for the Fall cycle. If the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline will be the next business day.
What happens after we apply?
The Foundation will send a status update by email once your proposal has gone through an initial review. Please allow 3-6 weeks.
When are decisions made on grants?
The Foundation votes on Spring grants at a meeting held in late April, and on Fall grants at a meeting held in late October. An email notification will be sent following the meeting.
Why was our proposal declined?
There are many reasons why a proposal may be declined; sometimes the Directors feel a request does not fit the Foundation’s grants guidelines. Please review The Foundation’s guidelines. Questions can be emailed, and feedback will be provided after the meeting cycle.
If our organization received a grant previously, when can we reapply?
The Foundation will typically only fund an organization once per calendar year. Please note that we will not consider any future proposals from your organization until overdue reports are provided for previous grants received from the Foundation.
