Grant FAQ

1. What if I am not a 501(c)(3) yet, but have applied?

You may apply under an "umbrella" organization that has 501(c)(3) status of similar nature.

Again, you may apply under an "umbrella" organization that has 501(c)(3) status of similar nature.

No, you can submit a budget on spread sheet, or any other format as long as it is legible.

No. You may apply for any amount and for whole/partial funding for our project.

Please contact our grant writing specialists, or call a board member for assistance. Forms are available online from our website.

Your application must be postmarked by the deadline date. It may be hand delivered, emailed, or faxed by due date as well.

No, but it is helpful in our review process to have you use our forms.

Yes, an incomplete application may not be eligible or processed in the current funding cycle. Please contact your San Juan Island Community Foundation representative for assistance.

Yes, but those requests should be consistent with the general intent of the grant request. For example, an organization could apply for money for office equipment, training seminars, and capital improvements if they are all related to the same project. However, if your organization is requesting money for unrelated projects (to one another), than you should probably submit separate grant applications. Keep in mind the San Juan Island Community Foundation does not fund on-going administrative expenses, such as salaries, dues, general office expenses, general travel expenses, etc. Please refer to our mission statement for clarification, or call a board member for assistance.