Funding Advice for Team
The pdf below contains a list of Cloud funding resources as well as several other local funding sources in San Diego
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Art Info has made a nice list of artist's grant you can apply for and you might actually be able to get!
Paige Simpson with the San Diego Innovation Alliance announced the Innovation Incubator grant just awarded to SD from the National Science Foundation. This will be STEAM project (Science Technology, Engineering, ART and Math) and is one of the first in the nation!!! Patricia Frischer is on the San Diego Innovation Alliance committee and will keep us informed of future progress.
Grants from the NEA and NSF
Who: Proposals which demonstrate how both subjects can be woven together in an art work, or play, demonstration or lab experiment or even an educational effort.
When: August 1, 2012
How much: Submit proposal for project costing between $10,000 and no more than $100,000 are welcomed.
Read the article by John Eger at this link:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-m-eger/steam-funding-starting-to_b_1598010.html
The National Endowment for the Arts was established by Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government. To date, the NEA has awarded more than $4 billion to support artistic excellence, creativity, and innovation for the benefit of individuals and communities. The NEA extends its work through partnerships with state arts agencies, local leaders, other federal agencies, and the philanthropic sector.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense…" With an annual budget of about $6.9 billion (FY 2010), we are the funding source for approximately 20 percent of all federally supported basic research conducted by America's colleges and universities. In many fields such as mathematics, computer science and the social sciences, NSF is the major source of federal backing.
Grants from the NEA and NSF
Who: Proposals which demonstrate how both subjects can be woven together in an art work, or play, demonstration or lab experiment or even an educational effort.
When: August 1, 2012
How much: Submit proposal for project costing between $10,000 and no more than $100,000 are welcomed.
Read the article by John Eger at this link:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/john-m-eger/steam-funding-starting-to_b_1598010.html
The National Endowment for the Arts was established by Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government. To date, the NEA has awarded more than $4 billion to support artistic excellence, creativity, and innovation for the benefit of individuals and communities. The NEA extends its work through partnerships with state arts agencies, local leaders, other federal agencies, and the philanthropic sector.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense…" With an annual budget of about $6.9 billion (FY 2010), we are the funding source for approximately 20 percent of all federally supported basic research conducted by America's colleges and universities. In many fields such as mathematics, computer science and the social sciences, NSF is the major source of federal backing.
The Brown Foundation
Who: Education, Art and Science
When: Four months before money is needed.
How Much: Submit budget for project
The Brown Foundation, Inc. was founded in July 1951 by Herman and Margarett Root Brown and George R. and Alice Pratt Brown. Since its inception it has awarded more than $1.26 billion in grants through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011. Of these funds, approximately 80% were awarded within the State of Texas with special emphasis on the City of Houston. The purpose of The Brown Foundation, Inc. is to distribute funds for public charitable purposes, principally for support, encouragement and assistance to education, the arts and community service.The Brown Foundation's current emphasis is in the field of public education at the primary and secondary levels. The Foundation will focus on supporting non-traditional and innovative approaches which are designed to improve public education primarily within the State of Texas.The visual and performing arts remain a principal area of interest. The Foundation also supports community service projects which serve the needs of children and families.
The Awesome Foundation For the Arts and Sciences
Who: The awesome amongst us
When: Awarded monthly. Applications are rolling.
How Much: $1,000
The Awesome Foundation is a loose network of small-time philanthropists who award $1,000 micro-grants to people with certifiably awesome ideas every month. Chapters consist of 10 trustees who each donate $100. The project can be artistic, scientific, and/or social in nature. Previous “awesome” projects have included a giant hammock in Boston, a mushroom farm made out of phone books in Ottawa, and a portable pipe organ.
[Fine Print]: None — this grant is that awesome.
John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Award
Who: Mid-career artists, writers, scientists, and scholars
When: Deadline is September 15 annually.
How Much: varies. Last year’s average was $37,000
The Guggenheim Foundation, founded by senator Simon Guggenheim in memory of his son, John, who died as a teenager, awards fellowships to artists and intellectuals who have “demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship or exceptional creative ability in the arts.” Out of the 3,500 to 4,000 applications they receive per year, the foundation dolls out approximately 220 fellowships.
Notable Grantees: Vito Acconci, Carl Andre, Eleanor Antin, Michael Asher, John Baldessari, George Grosz, Hans Haacke, Michael Heizer, Robert Irwin, Donald Judd, Kalup Linzy, Chris Martin, Hélio Oiticica, Dennis Oppenheim, Yvonne Rainer, Cindy Sherman, Eve Sussman, Bill Viola, Nari Ward, Lawrence Weiner, Doug Wheeler, Hannah Wilke, and Sue Williams
[Fine Print]: Applications must be geared towards a specific project.
Pizza Parlay is a fun, new monthly pizza party to raise micro-grants for creative projects by San Diegans. Anyone can submit a proposal for a creative project that needs a little funding. We will select a number of submissions and then, at a pizza party open to the public, Parlay attendees vote on their favorites. The winning project will be announced on Urbanistguide.com and granted the funds from the cover charge + a free 3-month membership to 3rdSpace, co-working and club for the creative. (Second and third place winners will each receive a free 1-month membership to 3rdSpace.) The grant is made up of $10 from each $12 cover, so the more attendees, the bigger the grant!
To submit your proposal:
Entries are due for review on Monday, April 23rd.
Application rules and FAQ:
http://urbanistguide.com/blog/How-to-Apply-to-Pizza-Parlay.aspx
Who: Education, Art and Science
When: Four months before money is needed.
How Much: Submit budget for project
The Brown Foundation, Inc. was founded in July 1951 by Herman and Margarett Root Brown and George R. and Alice Pratt Brown. Since its inception it has awarded more than $1.26 billion in grants through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011. Of these funds, approximately 80% were awarded within the State of Texas with special emphasis on the City of Houston. The purpose of The Brown Foundation, Inc. is to distribute funds for public charitable purposes, principally for support, encouragement and assistance to education, the arts and community service.The Brown Foundation's current emphasis is in the field of public education at the primary and secondary levels. The Foundation will focus on supporting non-traditional and innovative approaches which are designed to improve public education primarily within the State of Texas.The visual and performing arts remain a principal area of interest. The Foundation also supports community service projects which serve the needs of children and families.
The Awesome Foundation For the Arts and Sciences
Who: The awesome amongst us
When: Awarded monthly. Applications are rolling.
How Much: $1,000
The Awesome Foundation is a loose network of small-time philanthropists who award $1,000 micro-grants to people with certifiably awesome ideas every month. Chapters consist of 10 trustees who each donate $100. The project can be artistic, scientific, and/or social in nature. Previous “awesome” projects have included a giant hammock in Boston, a mushroom farm made out of phone books in Ottawa, and a portable pipe organ.
[Fine Print]: None — this grant is that awesome.
John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Award
Who: Mid-career artists, writers, scientists, and scholars
When: Deadline is September 15 annually.
How Much: varies. Last year’s average was $37,000
The Guggenheim Foundation, founded by senator Simon Guggenheim in memory of his son, John, who died as a teenager, awards fellowships to artists and intellectuals who have “demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship or exceptional creative ability in the arts.” Out of the 3,500 to 4,000 applications they receive per year, the foundation dolls out approximately 220 fellowships.
Notable Grantees: Vito Acconci, Carl Andre, Eleanor Antin, Michael Asher, John Baldessari, George Grosz, Hans Haacke, Michael Heizer, Robert Irwin, Donald Judd, Kalup Linzy, Chris Martin, Hélio Oiticica, Dennis Oppenheim, Yvonne Rainer, Cindy Sherman, Eve Sussman, Bill Viola, Nari Ward, Lawrence Weiner, Doug Wheeler, Hannah Wilke, and Sue Williams
[Fine Print]: Applications must be geared towards a specific project.
Pizza Parlay is a fun, new monthly pizza party to raise micro-grants for creative projects by San Diegans. Anyone can submit a proposal for a creative project that needs a little funding. We will select a number of submissions and then, at a pizza party open to the public, Parlay attendees vote on their favorites. The winning project will be announced on Urbanistguide.com and granted the funds from the cover charge + a free 3-month membership to 3rdSpace, co-working and club for the creative. (Second and third place winners will each receive a free 1-month membership to 3rdSpace.) The grant is made up of $10 from each $12 cover, so the more attendees, the bigger the grant!
To submit your proposal:
Entries are due for review on Monday, April 23rd.
Application rules and FAQ:
http://urbanistguide.com/blog/How-to-Apply-to-Pizza-Parlay.aspx
Below is a list of four organizations (San Diego Padres, The Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation, Mission Federal Credit Union, Parker Foundation) with grants or donations with specific criteria geared towards the San Diego area. SDVAN is a 501c non-profit organization and is approved through the SD Foundation to apply for grants.
Sue Botos, Vice President, Community Relations, San Diego Padres
San Diego Padres Baseball Club L.P. Corporate Giving Program
c/o Community Rels., Charitable Donation P.O. Box 122000 San Diego, CA 92112‐2000 Telephone: (619) 795‐5275 URL: http://sandiego.padres.mlb.com/sd/community/donations.jsp
GUIDELINES: We believe the Padres, and all baseball clubs have a special opportunity to contribute to the community and we are committed to doing so. Every year, the Padres support thousands of organizations by making donations to fundraising events. Due to the large volume of requests we receive, we have established the following guidelines to help facilitate our donation process:
• Requests are considered for any charitable or tax‐exempt organization within the Greater San Diego Area, including San Diego & Imperial Counties and Baja California, Mexico. If your organization is not located within this region, please contact the Major League Baseball team nearest you to request a donation.
• The decision whether to make a donation is at the sole discretion of the San Diego Padres Community Relations Department.
• All donation requests must be submitted in writing, on organizational letterhead, and received at least four to six weeks prior to the event. We require the following information for consideration:
1. The date of your event
2. Who is benefiting from the event
3. An explanation of how the proceeds will be used
4. A contact person and phone number
5. The mailing address where a donation might be sent
Copies of proposal: 1 Deadline(s): 4 to 6 weeks prior to need for memorabilia donations; none for Charity Ticket Program Additional information: Proposals should indicate the date of the event and the type of fundraiser.
Robert Copeland, President, The Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation
3755 Avocado Rd., No. 518 La Mesa, CA 91941‐7301 Contact: Lynne Newman, Admin. E‐mail: [email protected]
URL: www.ackermanfoundation.org
GUIDELINES: Giving primarily in San Diego County, CA. No support for religious organizations for religious purposes, or for international organizations, or medical/biological research organizations. No grants to individuals, or for continuing support, conferences or symposia.
Letter of Intent
To be considered for a grant from the Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation, an organization must initially submit a Letter of Intent online. The online form of the Letter of Intent on the website
Specific guidelines for application eligibility apply to any program or organization which wishes to submit a Letter of Intent. In order to complete this on‐line form "Yes" must be checked in the Organization/Program eligibility box below. The specific guidelines regarding eligibility are as follows:
1. The organization supports or operates a formal, classroom K‐12 education program, the primary purpose, curriculum or object of which emphasizes the teaching of mathematics or a branch of science.
2. The organization has been established and operated in San Diego County for more than one year and has not been funded by the Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation within the last 24 months.
The Foundation will reject without notice the Letter of Intent submitted by any organization or on behalf of any program which the Foundation in its absolute discretion determines for any reason does not meet the eligibility guidelines set forth above.
Tricia Link, Vice President of Community Relations & External Affairs, Mission Federal Credit Union
GUIDELINES: Eligible organizations must be nonprofit, tax‐exempt as defined in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Mission Federal Community Foundation grants are awarded to select, qualified nonprofit organizations located in San Diego County and serving San Diego County residents. Political and religious organizations are not eligible except in the case of neutral social services programs offered. Funding will not be granted to individuals.
To apply for grant funding/scholarships from our community foundation, please carefully review the eligibility requirements first and then complete and submit the grant application. Applications for grant funding or scholarships are typically reviewed on a quarterly basis throughout the calendar year. Grant Application Form can be found at:
https://www.missionfed.com/files/CommunityFoundationGrantApplication071111_0.pdf?1131758679
As a not‐for‐profit credit union, in keeping in alignment with our financial mission, the primary focus of our Foundation grants is on financial literacy/financial education programs, and those requests will receive priority consideration. A secondary focus is other types of educational programs, which will receive consideration only of additional funds are remaining for the Quarter.
Grant Applications are evaluated by the Board of Directors of the Foundation once per Quarter per calendar year. In general, the Board reviews applications based on the type of program offered, the financial need and diversity of those served, the applicant’s track record in the community, the measurability of the impact of the grant and number of people served by the grant, and the availability of funds to grant.
Judy McDonald, President, Parker Foundation
All grant requests and inquiries should be directed to: Robbin C. Powell, Assistant Secretary The Parker Foundation 2604‐B El Camino Real, Suite 244 Carlsbad, CA 92008
GUIDELINES: The Parker Foundation has no application form to complete, a request for grant support must:
1. In 3 pages or less (letterhead preferred):
a. Describe the specific use proposed for the requested funds, including a description of the project or charitable use; the degree to which the project is beneficial to San Diego County; the number of individuals in San Diego County directly aided or affected by the project; and any other information which you may deem relevant.
b. Describe the method by which the results of the project to be supported can be measured, and agree to provide The Parker Foundation, within six months of the grant payment, with a report on the measured outcome and results of the supported program.
c. Describe other charitable organizations you partner with, outline other charitable organizations that provide similar services, if applicable (if so, how do you distinguish yourself from the other organizations), and describe source of clients.
d. The grant request should be signed by the Executive Director.
2. Provide (a) a detailed current budget of your organization, (b) a detailed budget for the specific project, including other sources of funding, whether committed, conditional or potential, (c) a copy of your most recent annual financial report (audited preferred), and (d) a Balance Sheet and Income Statement (Profit/Loss) for the most recent quarter.
3. Provide a list of the Board of Directors.
4. Include verification that the charitable organization requesting the grant is at present a charitable organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) and California Revenue & Taxation Code Section 23701(d); a copy of each determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service and the Franchise Tax board must accompany the request.
5. Complete Grant Proposal Cover Sheet (pdf).
The Parker Foundation considers initial grant proposals in written form only. Board decisions are communicated in writing, usually within 60 days of receipt of the request. The Board of Directors of The Parker Foundation meet frequently throughout the year. Deadlines for grant proposals are posted on the website.
Board Schedule/Deadlines. September:
August 17, 2012 ‐ NOON: Grant Proposal Deadline *
September 5, 2012: Board Meeting
San Diego Padres Baseball Club L.P. Corporate Giving Program
c/o Community Rels., Charitable Donation P.O. Box 122000 San Diego, CA 92112‐2000 Telephone: (619) 795‐5275 URL: http://sandiego.padres.mlb.com/sd/community/donations.jsp
GUIDELINES: We believe the Padres, and all baseball clubs have a special opportunity to contribute to the community and we are committed to doing so. Every year, the Padres support thousands of organizations by making donations to fundraising events. Due to the large volume of requests we receive, we have established the following guidelines to help facilitate our donation process:
• Requests are considered for any charitable or tax‐exempt organization within the Greater San Diego Area, including San Diego & Imperial Counties and Baja California, Mexico. If your organization is not located within this region, please contact the Major League Baseball team nearest you to request a donation.
• The decision whether to make a donation is at the sole discretion of the San Diego Padres Community Relations Department.
• All donation requests must be submitted in writing, on organizational letterhead, and received at least four to six weeks prior to the event. We require the following information for consideration:
1. The date of your event
2. Who is benefiting from the event
3. An explanation of how the proceeds will be used
4. A contact person and phone number
5. The mailing address where a donation might be sent
Copies of proposal: 1 Deadline(s): 4 to 6 weeks prior to need for memorabilia donations; none for Charity Ticket Program Additional information: Proposals should indicate the date of the event and the type of fundraiser.
Robert Copeland, President, The Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation
3755 Avocado Rd., No. 518 La Mesa, CA 91941‐7301 Contact: Lynne Newman, Admin. E‐mail: [email protected]
URL: www.ackermanfoundation.org
GUIDELINES: Giving primarily in San Diego County, CA. No support for religious organizations for religious purposes, or for international organizations, or medical/biological research organizations. No grants to individuals, or for continuing support, conferences or symposia.
Letter of Intent
To be considered for a grant from the Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation, an organization must initially submit a Letter of Intent online. The online form of the Letter of Intent on the website
Specific guidelines for application eligibility apply to any program or organization which wishes to submit a Letter of Intent. In order to complete this on‐line form "Yes" must be checked in the Organization/Program eligibility box below. The specific guidelines regarding eligibility are as follows:
1. The organization supports or operates a formal, classroom K‐12 education program, the primary purpose, curriculum or object of which emphasizes the teaching of mathematics or a branch of science.
2. The organization has been established and operated in San Diego County for more than one year and has not been funded by the Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation within the last 24 months.
The Foundation will reject without notice the Letter of Intent submitted by any organization or on behalf of any program which the Foundation in its absolute discretion determines for any reason does not meet the eligibility guidelines set forth above.
Tricia Link, Vice President of Community Relations & External Affairs, Mission Federal Credit Union
GUIDELINES: Eligible organizations must be nonprofit, tax‐exempt as defined in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Mission Federal Community Foundation grants are awarded to select, qualified nonprofit organizations located in San Diego County and serving San Diego County residents. Political and religious organizations are not eligible except in the case of neutral social services programs offered. Funding will not be granted to individuals.
To apply for grant funding/scholarships from our community foundation, please carefully review the eligibility requirements first and then complete and submit the grant application. Applications for grant funding or scholarships are typically reviewed on a quarterly basis throughout the calendar year. Grant Application Form can be found at:
https://www.missionfed.com/files/CommunityFoundationGrantApplication071111_0.pdf?1131758679
As a not‐for‐profit credit union, in keeping in alignment with our financial mission, the primary focus of our Foundation grants is on financial literacy/financial education programs, and those requests will receive priority consideration. A secondary focus is other types of educational programs, which will receive consideration only of additional funds are remaining for the Quarter.
Grant Applications are evaluated by the Board of Directors of the Foundation once per Quarter per calendar year. In general, the Board reviews applications based on the type of program offered, the financial need and diversity of those served, the applicant’s track record in the community, the measurability of the impact of the grant and number of people served by the grant, and the availability of funds to grant.
Judy McDonald, President, Parker Foundation
All grant requests and inquiries should be directed to: Robbin C. Powell, Assistant Secretary The Parker Foundation 2604‐B El Camino Real, Suite 244 Carlsbad, CA 92008
GUIDELINES: The Parker Foundation has no application form to complete, a request for grant support must:
1. In 3 pages or less (letterhead preferred):
a. Describe the specific use proposed for the requested funds, including a description of the project or charitable use; the degree to which the project is beneficial to San Diego County; the number of individuals in San Diego County directly aided or affected by the project; and any other information which you may deem relevant.
b. Describe the method by which the results of the project to be supported can be measured, and agree to provide The Parker Foundation, within six months of the grant payment, with a report on the measured outcome and results of the supported program.
c. Describe other charitable organizations you partner with, outline other charitable organizations that provide similar services, if applicable (if so, how do you distinguish yourself from the other organizations), and describe source of clients.
d. The grant request should be signed by the Executive Director.
2. Provide (a) a detailed current budget of your organization, (b) a detailed budget for the specific project, including other sources of funding, whether committed, conditional or potential, (c) a copy of your most recent annual financial report (audited preferred), and (d) a Balance Sheet and Income Statement (Profit/Loss) for the most recent quarter.
3. Provide a list of the Board of Directors.
4. Include verification that the charitable organization requesting the grant is at present a charitable organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3) and California Revenue & Taxation Code Section 23701(d); a copy of each determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service and the Franchise Tax board must accompany the request.
5. Complete Grant Proposal Cover Sheet (pdf).
The Parker Foundation considers initial grant proposals in written form only. Board decisions are communicated in writing, usually within 60 days of receipt of the request. The Board of Directors of The Parker Foundation meet frequently throughout the year. Deadlines for grant proposals are posted on the website.
Board Schedule/Deadlines. September:
August 17, 2012 ‐ NOON: Grant Proposal Deadline *
September 5, 2012: Board Meeting
