aPPLY FOR AN IMPACT GIVING GRANT

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Thank you for your interest in applying for an Impact Giving Grant. Our grant-making process requires that a nonprofit organization be sponsored by one of our Impact Giving Partners. See more information about our grant process here. Requests for Grant Application are accepted between September - December.

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GRANT STANDARD & FUNDING PRINCIPLES

We award based on these six important principles:

GRANT STANDARD & FUNDING PRINCIPLES

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WE AWARD BASED ON THESE SIX IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES:

  • Our Grants are awarded only to projects or programs which make a high impact by transforming lives, with obvious, significant change during the granting period.

  • Organizations that strive for self-reliance and are committed to lasting change.

  • Organizations that are results-oriented with specific achievable objectives.

  • Organizations that demonstrate teamwork and collaboration among individuals and organizations with common interests.

  • Organizations that strive for original and courageous solutions, using new approaches to achieve their goals.

  • Organizations that make education a priority – for the recipients, the organization as a whole, and the community.

We GRant To:

  • Nonprofit organization with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

  • Organizations that are sponsored by an Impact Giving Partner.

  • Organizations that fit within Grant Standards.

  • Organizations that meet the needs of recipients who have the fewest resources.

  • Organizations demonstrating bold innovative ventures.

  • Faith-based organizations provided their programs are available to the general public and broadly promoted

We do not GRant To:

  • Individuals

  • Political parties, candidates, or partisan political organizations

  • Labor or fraternal organizations, athletic or social clubs or associations

  • Fundraising, marketing, advertising events or sponsorships

  • Organizations that redistribute funds to other organizations or individuals

  • Faith-based organizations if their programs require adherence to or acceptance of a particular religious belief, or require participation in a religious service or activity

Our guidelines continue to evolve. Our criteria may change without prior notice.

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We look forward to learning about your nonprofit organization! Please request an application from our team to get started.

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Laguna Beach, CA 92651