According to the California Department of Developmental Services, the term developmental disability refers to a severe and chronic disability that is attributable to a mental or physical impairment that begins before an individual reaches adulthood. These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and disabling conditions closely related to intellectual disability or requiring similar [Read more…]
Comprehensive healthcare is healthcare which provides for all patient needs at all stages of life. The goal of this type of healthcare is usually to keep patients fit and healthy, and to encourage people to address medical needs as soon as they arise, rather than waiting for them to become serious. However, it also includes [Read more…]
Yes. Only 501(c)(3) organizations are eligible for funding at this time.
These are nonprofits classified by the IRS as a type of support organization. Recent legislation requires additional due diligence that we are unable to provide at this time. We recommend that you refer the group you support to our website and encourage them to apply directly.
While projects are of more interest to us, general operating expenses would be considered if the program is compelling and there is a sound plan to increase financial independence in the future.
Most grants are for one year. However, under special circumstances, a grant for up to three years might be considered if it met the following criteria:
We like them. In fact, if your financial request is large, we may encourage you to find other sources of funding along with ours to make your goal. We encourage partnerships and collaborative efforts in grantmaking.
To begin the grant proposal process, a Pre-application Questionnaire (LOI) must be submitted to us. This can be done through our website during an open cycle. The Pre-application is not a grant proposal but simply a means for us to gather some basic information about your organization and to determine if a formal grant proposal [Read more…]
We have three grant cycles per year and our board meets three times per year to review grant applications. Grant cycles begin in November, March, and July of each year – with the July grant cycle typically being a Request for Proposal by invitation only.
We are situated in the Silicon Valley region of the San Francisco Bay Area in San Mateo, California.