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We consistently hear from the groups with whom the Foundation works that general support is highly valuable in helping an organization to conduct its business, set and modify objectives and strategies, and plan and innovate. If a strong core of an organization’s work is consistent with the Foundation’s funding strategies, and if the organization assesses its impact, is well-managed, and meets the other criteria specified above, the Foundation prefers to make general support grants.

When circumstances warrant, the Foundation will also consider supporting specific programs or projects; organizational capacity building, especially efforts to assess impact or to strengthen administrative and fiscal management practices; and other emerging opportunities within the Foundation’s wealth-creation framework.

Support for an organization new to the Foundation typically begins with a one-year grant. If renewal funding is approved, two-year grants are provided in most cases, although the second year of support is always conditioned upon the Foundation’s receipt and approval of progress reports and future plans.

Please note that the Foundation does not make grants to endowments, capital construction campaigns, or individuals.