Grant Application Requirements

The Board will Consider...

• Programs that benefit the largest population possible.
• Youth activities and programs.
• Medical related programs.
• Education and community service opportunities.
• Leadership training and activities.
• Cultural activities.

The Governors look with favor on grants where there are matching funds and may also issue a challenge to organizations to raise funds and a match will then be made.

The Board will not Consider...

• Grants to churches and alcohol rehabilitation programs.
• Grants to other Foundations unless that foundation is used as a pass through vehicle.

  The intent is not to take assets from the Mayor Foundation to enhance the asset base of another foundation.

• Grants for scholarships.
• Grants for band uniforms, cheerleaders, football teams, etc.
• Grants for golf tournaments.
• Grants solely for individuals to attend conventions or conferences.
• Grant requests where continuation of the project will depend on ongoing grants from The Mayor Foundation.
• Grants where the proceeds will be used for salaries. Grants where there is a duplication of services in an area.
• Grants where there is no evidence of community and Board commitment both in kind and financially.