The Foundation awards grants through its discretionary grant-making cycle four times a year. Please be aware of grant cycles when considering the timing of your application. It may take six to eight weeks from the date of initial inquiry to be invited to submit a full application.
Letter of Inquiry |
Full application |
For Funding decisions by* |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec. 5, 2019 (5 p.m.) | Jan. 6, 2020 (5 p.m.) | Feb. 12, 2020 |
| Spring | Feb. 25, 2020 (11:59 p.m.) | March 16, 2020 (11:59 p.m.) | May 20, 2020 |
| Summer | May 12, 2020 (11:59 p.m.) | June 9, 2020 (11:59 p.m.) | Aug. 5, 2020 |
| Fall | Aug. 18, 2020 (11:59 p.m.) | Sept. 15, 2020 (11:59 p.m.) | Nov. 18, 2020 |
*Dates may be subject to change. The Foundation may adjust the timing of grants in consideration for funding.
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Special Initiatives Deadlines
Special initiatives each have their own unique deadlines and requirements, which you may review here.