Deadline: 31 May 2017
The Gamma Mu Foundation is seeking applications for its Grants Program with an aim to make a positive difference in the lives of the LGBT community, primarily in rural and other under-served populations of the United States.
The Foundation’s objective is to award grants that are tied specifically to a new or ongoing project within the recipient organization. The Foundation does not consider it a priority to provide awards for general operating funds regardless of the worthiness of the organization’s mission.
Goals
- ensuring the ongoing support of LGBT health and social service organizations;
- enhancing the community through support of projects identifying the Foundation as a source of support for the LGBT community;
- increasing the grantee’s organizational capacity and resources to assure continued program viability after Foundation support terminates; and
- giving priority consideration to proposals that provide services in rural and/or underserved settings.
Program Areas
- HIV/AIDS Services. These are services and programs benefiting individuals, caregivers, and families directly impacted by HIV/AIDS. It also includes HIV prevention and education programs.
- Community Services. These are services and programs that support LGBTQ sub-populations, e.g., youth, seniors, victims of domestic abuse, etc.
- Research and Public Education. These are services and programs aimed at helping to make the world a more hospitable place for people regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Eligibility Criteria
- Only organizations and individuals in the United States are eligible for Gamma Mu Foundation financial assistance.
- All organizations qualifying for Gamma Mu Foundation assistance must qualify as 501(c)(3) charitable organizations as defined by the Internal Revenue Service.
- The Foundation will not award grants for more than three consecutive grants cycles.
- If an organization has received three consecutive grants, it will be required to wait for one year prior to re-applying for funding.
How to Apply
Applicants can apply via given website.
Eligible Country: United States
For more information, please visit Gamma Mu Foundation Grants Program.