FAQs: Louise Oriole Burevitch Grant Program

What is the difference between program/project funding and general operating support?

General operating support is funding an organization uses for its core operations and to meet its mission. General operating support is used for any cost that keeps the organization running, unless otherwise restricted at the time of the grant. This gives more flexibility to the grantee.

Program/project support is funding for specific, mission-related programs, projects and initiatives. Programs/projects must have a defined goal, and typically have a set beginning and end. They may fall within the organization's core operations. Grants for this purpose only cover costs related to the program or project specified in the application.

We are applying for a program that is a regular, ongoing program of our organization. What should I enter as the program/project begin and end dates?

If a program is ongoing, enter your organization’s fiscal year dates as the beginning and end dates. Please include extra clarity or details about the schedule in your narrative responses.

Can schools and churches apply for funding?

No. The competitive grants program of the endowment makes grants to nonprofit organizations. If a nonprofit is partnering with a school or church that nonprofit can apply for funding for the partnership.

This restriction also applies to the fundraising and/or foundation arms of public and private schools, colleges and universities. It also applies to foundations and/or nonprofit organizations housed in and/or administered by the schools, colleges or universities if the school receives direct benefit from the administration of that program.

Can a school or church with 501c(3) nonprofit status apply for funding?

No. Schools and churches are not eligible for funding even if they have 501c(3) nonprofit status.

Can government agencies apply for funding?

No. The program does not accept applications from local, state or federal government agencies. This includes fundraising and/or foundation arms of government agencies.

Are requests for capital expenses accepted?

Capital expenses that are not part of active or planned capital campaigns are allowed. Grants cannot be made for expenses that fall within an active or planned capital campaign.

What does the term re-granting mean? Is re-granting allowed?

Re-granting means a grantee plans to use the funding for its own grant program. This is not an allowable expense for this program.

Organizations using an application process to distribute funds to people in need may be granted a rare exception if the distribution is core to its mission and values.

We are in an ongoing project that we are funding through a loan. Can a grant from this program pay back that loan?

No. Grants are not awarded for the repayment of loans or for expenses already incurred by the organization.

Our organization completed a project, and we are still working to raise funds to pay for the expenses. May we apply for funding for the completed project?

No. Grants are not awarded for reimbursement of costs already incurred. Grants are only available for costs occurring after the submission deadline.

Are programs and services for the arts or the environment eligible for funding?

The endowment only supports programs and services that benefit education, health and human services. If arts or the environment are a component of the program or service, they may be considered but the primary goals must fall within one of the three defined focus areas.

Do you accept late applications?

No, we are not able to accept applications submitted after the NOON deadline on July 30, 2024, for any reason. We recommend submitting your application well before the deadline. We are unable to accommodate late submissions due to technological issues.

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