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Private Foundation Directory1

PRIVATEFOUNDATIOND I R E C T O R Y

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HARRY REIDUnited States Senator for Nevada


Dear Fellow Nevadan,

Allacrossourstate,businesses,nonprofits,andlocalgovern-

mentsareworkingtoimproveourcommunities.Federalandprivategrantssupporttheseorganizationsbyprovidingfundingforvariousprojectsandprograms.Grantmakingfoundationsareestablishedtoprovidefinancialsupporttoprojectswhosegoalsalignwiththeirown.Thesefoundationsofferalternativeorsupplementalfundingtofederalgrants,andthefinancialsupporttheyprovidemayalsobeusedforfederalgrantsthathavematch-

ingrequirements.

ThisdirectoryisacompilationofprivatefoundationslocatedinNevadaaswellasnationalfoundationsthatservetheSilverState.Thisdirectoryincludescontactinformationandadescrip-

tionofthefoundations’focalpointsandapplicationguidelines.Thesefoundationsprovidegrantsforprojectsrelatedtohumanservices,education,healthcare,animalwelfare,neighborhooddevelopmentandmanyothercauses.Thedirectoryisorganizedalphabetically,however,alistoforganizationsbytopichasbeenprovidedintheindex.

Asyouexaminethisdirectorytoidentifyfoundationsthatmayhelpyourorganization,youwillnotethatthefoundationsusevaryingapplicationprocessesandsomehaverestrictionsonthetypesofprogramstheywillfund.Pleaseresearchthesefounda-

tionsthoroughlytoensurethattheyfityourorganization’sspecificneeds.

Ihopeyoufindthisinformationhelpful.Ifyouarealsointer-estedinfederalfundingopportunities,pleasevisitmywebsiteat www.reid.senate.gov/services/grants.cfm.Onbehalfofthelivesyoutouch,thankyouforalltheworkyoudotohelpmakeNevadaabetterplacetolive.

Sincerely,

Harry Reid

U.S.SenatorforNevada

http://www.reid.senate.gov/services/grants.cfm


CONTENTSAccess Fund. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

DaynaLynnAhernFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

TheAllstateFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

American Honda Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Andress Family Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

TheNazirandMaryAnsariFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

RobertR.BanksFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

BenandJerry’sFoundation,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

TheG.A.BinneyConservationFoundationTrust. . . . . . . . . 9

Albert&ElaineBorchard Foundation,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

TheBoydFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

BNYMellonFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

TheBretzlaffFoundation,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

TheBrewerFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CaesarsFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

CarverFamilyFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

TheMelvinD.Close CharitableFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

HelenCloseCharitableFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

CommunityFoundation ofWesternNevada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

TheMichaelConnell CharitableFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

TheCordFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

HowardCrossFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Amanda&Stacy DarlingMemorialFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

TheSandraA.DaughertyFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

JoanandLaurenceDavis Family Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Dermody Properties Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

AnthonyWDeSio& DeloresJDeSioFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

DiRienzoFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

TheDraneyFamilyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

TheDraper RichardsKaplanFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

EkstromFamilyFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

TheEllisonMedicalFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

TheFentonFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Frank and Victoria Fertitta

Foundation,Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18


JohnShawFieldFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

First Hand Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

First Nations Development Institute. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

First Responder Institute. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

TheFoundationforSocialEquity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

GeneNtechAccessToCareFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Georgia-PacificFoundation,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

TheElias&JodyGhanem CharitableFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

GlickmanFamilyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

TheHarryFrankGuggenheimFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

WilliamH.andMattieW.HarrisFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . 24

TheThelmaB.&ThomasP.HartFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . 24

RobertZ.HawkinsFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

R.StephenandDorothy MHeinrichsFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

HirshbergFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

TheHumanaFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

OttoA.HuthScholarshipFund. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

IBMInternationalFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

TheMaxJamesFamilyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Johnson&JohnsonPatient AssistanceFoundation,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

RoxieandAzadJosephFoundation....................28

TheJurassicFoundationInc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

JustSoFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

TheEleanorKagiFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

KampeFamilyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

KareFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

KennedyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

KochFoundation,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

TheKrogerCo.ContributionsProgram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

MarybethM.LambFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

TheLandmarkFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

LathamFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Lee Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

RobertM.LeeFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

MinnieB.LeonetteFamilyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

LiedFoundationTrust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

LillyCaresFoundation,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

JessicaElizabethLuttrellScholarshipFoundation........35

RobertM.MacNamaraFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35


MajesticRealtyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

TheMarnellFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

TheMarvinFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

CharlesN.MathewsonFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

LeonardH.McIntoshFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

TheE.W.McKenzieFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

TheMENTORNetwork CharitableFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

MetLIfeFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

MintzFamilyFoundationfor CreativeJewishEducation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

MiracleFlightsforKids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

MGMMirageVoiceFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

MountWheelerC.A.R.E.Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

MutualofAmericaFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

National Endowment

forFinancialEducation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

TheNevadaBighornsFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

NevadaCommunityFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

NVEnergyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

NevadaHumanities,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Nevada Volunteers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

NevadaWomen’sFund. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

TheNorthStarFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

OneSightResearchFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

TheArthurand MaeOrvisFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

ParasolTahoeCommunity Foundation,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

ParkinsonFamilyCharitableFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

WilliamN.PenningtonFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

ThePepsiCoFoundationInc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

ThomasA.PleinFoundation,Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

ThePoetryFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

WayneL.PrimFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

PuntaMitaFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

NeLlJ.RedfieldFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Warren&EthylnReed-Carson

ValleyLionsScholarshipFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Reno Rodeo Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

ResearchCorporationforScientificAdvancement. . . . . . . 51

RussellSageFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

SandsFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52


SchulmanFamilyFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

ShelterInsuranceFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

TheShirleyFamilyCharitableFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

SiemensFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

TheSkaddenFellowshipFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Skidmore,Owings&MerrillFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

FrancesC.&WilliamP. SmallwoodFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

JohnBenSnowMemorialTrust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

S.R.C.EducationAlliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

SpecialAssistanceFundforEnergy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

StateFarmCompaniesFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

StillwaterFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

CharlesH.StoutFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

TortieFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

ToshibaAmerica Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

TheTrainorFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

UBSFoundationU.S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

UnitedStudentAidFunds,Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

VerizonFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

WellPointFoundation,Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

TerryLeeWellsFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

WesternStatesArtsFederation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

E.L.WiegandFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

TheWilliamsFoundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

StephenA.Wynnand ElaineP.WynnFoundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65


ACCESS FUNDThefundisdedicatedtokeepingclimbingareasopen,andtoconservingclimbingenvironments.

Application Information

Initial approach: Telephone or e-mail to determine eligibilityDeadlines:Mar.1,June15,andSept.15Final notification: 4 weeks

Additional information:Grantrequestsforover$5,000mustsubmitthefollowingsupplementalmaterialswiththeapplication:financialstatements,by-laws,articlesofincorporation,listofcurrentboardmembers,mostrecent990,andtheirIRS501(c)(3)determinationletter.

Contact Information

207CanyonBoulevard,Suite201SBoulder,CO80302Tel:(303)545-6772E-mail:[email protected]:www.accessfund.org

DAYNA LYNN AHERN FOUNDATIONThefoundationgrantsawardstoindividualschallengedwithseizuresyndromesandothermedicalchallengesforeducationandmedicalcare.


Initial approach: Letter

Application deadline: None

Contact Information

DonAhern4241SouthArvilleStreetLasVegas,NV89103Tel:(702)523-9585

THE ALLSTATE FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsorganizationsthatworkwitheducation,youth anti-violence, employment, disaster relief, automotivesafety,domesticviolence,financialandeconomicliteracy,diversity,neighborhooddevelopment,andeconomicdevelopment.Thefoundationisprimarilyfocusedonrenewingsupportforexistingpartnersandisonlyacceptingapplicationsfornewrelationshipsintheareasofteendrivingandeconomicempowermentforvictimsofdomesticviolence.


Application form required.Applicants should submit thefollowing:• Timetableforimplementationandevaluationofproject

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.accessfund.org


• Qualificationsofkeypersonnel• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Geographicareatobeserved• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990• Explanationofwhygrantmakerisconsidered

anappropriatedonorforproject• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,

andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliations• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• Contactperson• Copyofcurrentyear’sorganizational

budgetand/orprojectbudget• ListingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupportInitial approach:Completeonlineeligibilityquizandapplication.

Contact: Jan Epstein

2775SandersRoad,SuiteF4Northbrook,IL60062Fax:(847)326-7517E-mail:[email protected]:www.allstatefoundation.org

AMERICAN HONDA FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtopromoteyouthandscienceeducation.


Supportislimitedto1contributionperorganizationduringanygivenyear.Asitevisitmayberequested.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990• Descriptiveliteratureaboutorganization• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,


amountoffundingrequested• Copyofcurrentyear’sorganizational

budgetand/orprojectbudget• Listingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupport


www.allstatefoundation.org


• Additionalmaterials/documentationInitial approach:CompleteonlineapplicationformBoard meeting dates:Jan.,Apr.,July,andOct.Deadlines:Feb.1,May1,Aug.1,andNov.1Final notification:3months

Contact: Nichole Whitley

1919TorranceBoulevardMailStop100-IW-5ATorrance,CA90501Tel:(310)781-4091Email:[email protected]:www.corporate.honda.com/america

ANDRESS FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationprimarilygivestoorganizationsinLasVegasforeducation,residentialandcustodialcare,andYMCAs.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequestedInitial approach: Letter

Deadline: None

Contact: Don Andress

2300WestSaharaAvenue,Suite670LasVegas,NV89102Tel:(702)248-6004

THE NAZIR AND MARY ANSARI FOUNDATIONThefoundationfocusesonhighereducationandhumanservices.



Deadline: None

Contact: Mary B. Ansari

25CassasCourtReno, NV 89511

Tel:(775)853-1365

ROBERT R. BANKS FOUNDATIONThefoundationprimarilygivestochildren’sservicesincludingfamily,medical,andlegalservices.ThefoundationhasaninterestinBigBrothers/BigSisters,BoysandGirlsclubs,BoyScouts,andreproductivehealthandfamilyplanning.

mailto:ahf%40ahm.honda.com?subject=

http://www.corporate.honda.com/america/philanthropy



Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountsoffundingrequestedInitial approach: Proposal

Copies of proposal: 6Board meeting date: 3rdWed.ofeachcalendarquarterDeadline: April 1

Contact Information

PostOfficeBox33361Reno, NV 89533

ApplicationAddress:c/oJeffEckroth,Treasurer340CliffViewCourtReno, NV 89523

Tel:(775)827-3600

BEN AND JERRY’S FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationsupportsconstituent-ledprogramsdesignedtoadvancesocialjustice,environmentalprotection,andsustainablefoodsystems.Specialemphasisisdirectedtowardprogramsdesignedtofacilitateprogressivesocialchangeandenvironmentalworkusingorganizingasastrategytocreatethatchange.Thefoundationdoesnotfundsocialserviceorganizations.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Resultsexpectedfromproposedgrant• Statementofproblemprojectwilladdress• Population served

• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand


budgetand/orprojectbudget• ListingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupportInitial approach:CompleteonlineletterofinterestBoard meeting dates:MonthlyDeadline: None

Final notification:30daysforlettersofinterest


Contact: Lisa Pendolino

30CommunityDriveSouthBurlington,VT05403Tel:(802)846-1500Email:[email protected]:www.benandjerrysfoundation.org

THE G.A. BINNEY CONSERVATION FOUNDATION TRUSTThefoundationsupportseducation,environment,recreation,andartsefforts.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach: Letter

Deadline: None

Contact: George A. Binney, Treasurer

PostOfficeBox7CrystalBay,NV89402Tel:(775)831-6060

ALBERT & ELAINE BORCHARD FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationprimarilygivesforeducationandhumanservices.


Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetterInitial approach: Proposal

Copies of proposal: 6Deadline: None

Contact Information

22055ClarendonStreet,Suite210WoodlandHills,CA91367

THE BOYD FOUNDATIONThe foundation is interested insupportinghighereducation,hospitals,humanservices,legalservices,elementaryandsecondaryeducation,andcancer.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:LetterortelephonerequestingapplicationformDeadline: None

Contact: William S. Boyd

2950SouthIndustrialRoadLasVegas,NV89109Tel:(702)233-0186


http://www.benandjerrysfoundation.org


BNY MELLON FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtoaddressworkforcedevelopmentandbasicneedsprovision.


Lettersofinquiryshouldbenolongerthan2to3pages.Afullapplicationmayberequestedatalaterdate.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Name,addressandphonenumberoforganization• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Geographicareatobeserved• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• StatementofproblemprojectwilladdressInitial approach:EmailletterofinquiryDeadline: None

Contact Information

PostOfficeBox185Pittsburgh,PA15230Tel:(412)234-8679Email:[email protected]:www.bnymellon.com/about/

communityinvolvement/index.html

THE BRETZLAFF FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationisinterestedinsupportinghighereducation,youth,thearts,healthcare,andtheenvironment.


Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Descriptiveliteratureaboutorganization• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand


Board meeting dates:Apr.,July,andOct.

Contact: Michael J. Melarkey

4795CaughlinParkway,Suite100Reno, NV 89519

Tel:(775)333-0300

THE BREWER FOUNDATIONThefoundationisinterestedinsupportinghealthorganizations,humanservices,andchildren’scharities.


http://www.bnymellon.com/about/communityinvolvement/index.html

http://www.bnymellon.com/about/communityinvolvement/index.html



Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitadetaileddescriptionofprojectandamountoffundingrequested.


Deadline:July31

Contact: Patty Brewer, C.E.O.

6005LakeGenevaDriveReno, NV 89511

CAESARS FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtohelpolderindividualslivelonger,healthier,andmorefulfillinglives;promoteasafeandcleanenvironment;andimprovethequalityoflifeincommunitieswhereCaesarsoperates.


Applicantsshoudsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,



budgetand/orprojectbudget• Listingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupport• PlansforacknowledgementInitial approach:ProposaltonearestcompanyfacilityCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates: Quarterly

Deadline: None

Contact: Lisa Mariani, Administrator

1CaesarsPalaceDriveLasVegas,NV89109Tel:(702)407-6520Email:[email protected]:www.caesarsfoundation.com

CARVER FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationisinterestedinChristianagenciesandchurches,elementaryschools,andmuseums.


Applicationformnotrequired.Initial approach: Proposal

Deadline: None


http://www.caesarsfoundation.com


Contact: David Carver, Director

3320NorthBuffaloDrive,Suite205BLasVegas,NV89129Tel:(702)639-0800

THE MELVIN D. CLOSE CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONThefoundationfocusesonhighereducationaswellasChristianagenciesandchurches.



Deadline: Varies

Contact: Melvin D. Close, Jr., President

3773HowardHughesParkway,3rd Floor

LasVegas,NV89169

HELEN CLOSE CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesprimarilyforscholarships,aranchexperienceforinner-citychildren,police/publicsafety,andanimalinterests.


Applicationformrequird.Applicantsmustsubmitadetaileddescriptionofprojectandamountoffundingrequested.

Initial approach: Proposal


Contact Information

c/oBarnard,Vogler&Co.100WestLibertyStreet,Suite1100Reno, NV 89501

Tel:(775)786-6141

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN NEVADAThefoundationseekstocreateapermanentcommunityresourceofcharitablefundstobeadministeredinaspiritofpublicresponsibility.Thefoundationhasidentifiedthefollowingprograms:

PartnershipGivingProgramGrants–ThePartnershipGivingGrantProgramisthefoundation’sannualcompetitivegrantprogram.AllnonprofitorganizationsinNorthernNevadathathavetheir501(c)(3)statusforatleast5yearsareencouragedtoapply.

Scholarships–Thefoundationoffersawidevarietyofscholarshipsfrompre-schoolerstoseniorsinhighschoolpreparingtograduateandattendcollege,studentswhohavealreadygraduatedfromhighschoolorstudentswhoarealreadyenrolledincollege.Learnmorebyvisitingthefoundation’swebsite.



Visitfoundationwebsiteforapplicationinformation.Initial approach:SubmitletterofintentBoard meeting dates: Quarterly

Deadline:Mar.1forPartnershipGivingGrantProgramletterofintent

Contact: Tracy Turner

1885SouthArlingtonAvenue,Suite103Reno, NV 89509

Tel:(775)333-5499Email:[email protected]:www.cfwnv.org

THE MICHAEL CONNELL CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestoCatholicagenciesandchurches,aswellastoeffortssupportingeducation.


Applicationformrequired.Deadline: None

Contact: Michael Connell, President

5242SwensonStreetLasVegas,NV89119Tel:(702)795-0555

THE CORD FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesforsecondaryandhighereducation,includingcollegesanduniversities,socialservicesandyouthorganizations,andforculturalorganizations.

Application InformationAllgrantsarerestrictedtoandaretobeusedonlyforthepurposessetforthintherespectivegrantproposals.Administrativefees,grantwriterfees,andotherindirectcostsshallnotbeincludedingrantproposals.Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,



budgetand/orprojectbudget• Listingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupport


http://www.cfwnv.org


Initial approach:WriteforbrochureCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Monthly(ifschedulespermit)Final notification:1weekafterboardmeeting

Contact: Joseph S. Bradley, Treasurer

418FlintStreetReno, NV 89501

HOWARD CROSS FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationgivesforhealthorganization,humanservices,andhighereducation.


Applicationformnotrequired.Initial approach: Letter

Deadline: None

Contact Information

288EmigrantTrail,Suite3SpringCreek,NV89815

AMANDA & STACY DARLING MEMORIAL FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesinLasVegasforeducationandhumanservices.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach: Proposal

Deadline: None

Contact: Frederick R. Darling, President

142 East Robindale Road

LasVegas,NV89123Tel:(702)498-6336

THE SANDRA A. DAUGHERTY FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsthedevelopmentofclinicalresearchandeducationalprogramsintheareaofcardiovascularepidemiologyand/orprevention,andpromotesexcellenceintheteachingofscienceandmedicine.


Seefoundationwebsiteforcompleteapplicationpoliciesandguidelines.

Initial approach:1pageletterofinquiryDeadlines:LetterofinquiryDec.15;FullapplicationsApr.1Final notification:PotentialapplicantsDec.31; awardsannouncedinJuly


Contact: Kathleen A. Conaboy

100WestLibertyStreet,10th Floor

Reno, NV 89501

Tel:(775)348-9326Email:[email protected]:www.daughertyfoundation.org

JOAN AND LAURENCE DAVIS FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestoeducationalinstitutions.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:ContactdirectorsforapplicationformDeadline: None

Contact: Laurence Davis, President

2229SierraHeightsDriveLasVegas,NV89134Tel:(702)804-1120

DERMODY PROPERTIES FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsorganizationsinvolvedwithartsandculture,education,andfamilyservices.Specialemphasisisdirectedtowardchildrenandseniorcitizens.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,

andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliations• Copyofcurrentyear’sorganizational

budgetand/orprojectbudgetInitial approach:ContactfoundationforapplicationformCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates: Quarterly

Deadlines:Mid-Aug.Final notification:Followingreview

Contact: Carol Martin

5500EquityAvenueReno, NV 89502

Tel:(775)741-8411Email:[email protected]:www.dermody-properties.com/dp_foundation

http://www.daughertyfoundation.org


http://www.dermody-properties.com/dp_foundation


ANTHONY W DESIO & DELORES J DESIO FOUNDATIONThefoundationprimarilygivestoChristianorganizations.ThefoundationalsoawardsscholarshipstochildrenofemployeesofMailBoxesEtc.whopursuepost-secondarydegrees.



Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting date:Jun.1Deadline:May15,forscholarshipsonlyFinal notification:June

Contact: Darcy L. Lessard, Executive Director

5880ChamberyCircleReno, NV 89511

DIRIENZO FOUNDATION, INC.ThefoundationgivesgrantstolowincomeindividualspursuingcareerorientededucationortrainingaswellasgrantsupportfortheUnitedMethodistChurch,Nevada.


Applicationformrequired.Deadlines: Varies

Contact: Margaret A. DiRienzo

4735SaddlehornDriveReno, NV 89511

Tel:(775)853-8962

THE DRANEY FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationprimarilysupportseffortsinBoulderCity,Nevadaforcommunityandeconomicdevelopment.


Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequestedDeadline: None

Contact: Robert Draney, Treasurer

410NevadaWay,Suite200BoulderCity,NV89005

THE DRAPER RICHARDS KAPLAN FOUNDATIONThefoundationawardsgrantstoentrepreneurialleadersatnew


nonprofitsthatseektosolveexistingsocialproblemsininnovativewaysonalargescale.Grantsincludeseedfundingof$100,000annuallyforthreeyears,advisorysupportintheformofaboardseat,andaccesstoanetworkofsocialentrepreneursintheDraperRichardsKaplanFoundationportfolio.Thefoundationonlyawardssixfellowshipsperyear(lessthan2percentofgrantees).Thefoundationselectsproposalsfromavarietyofpublicserviceareas,includingbutnotlimitedto,education,youthandfamilies,theenvironment,health,andcommunityandeconomicdevelopment.Thefoundationdoesnotfundorganizationslaterintheirlifecycle,nordoesitfundorganizationsthatareunabletoscaletheirimpact.


Pleaseseefoundationwebsiteforsubmissionguidelines.Applicationformnotrequired.

Initial approach:Briefproposal,nomorethan3pagesCopies of proposal: 1Deadline: None

Final notification:Acknowledgementofreceiptwithin14businessdaysAdditional information:Applicationshouldincludefounder’sresume.Thefoundermustbetheapplicant,andworkfull-timeattheorganization.

Contact: Jennifer Shilling Stein

50CaliforniaStreet,Suite2925SanFrancisco,CA94111Email:[email protected]:www.draperrichards.org

EKSTROM FAMILY FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationprimarilygivestoeffortsthatpromotehealth,justiceandeducation,withemphasisonprogramsthatsupportthedevelopmentandcareofchildrenandyoungadults.


Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Descriptiveliteratureaboutorganization• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• Additionalmaterials/documentationInitial approach: Letter

Deadline: None

Contact: Lawrence C. Felix

1329 Potrero Avenue

SouthElMonte,CA91733


http://www.draperrichards.org


THE ELLISON MEDICAL FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsbasicbiomedicalresearchonagingthatisrelevanttounderstandinglifespandevelopmentprocessesandage-relateddiseasesanddisabilities.Thefoundationparticularlywishestostimulatenew,creativeresearchthatmightnotbefundedbytraditionalsourcesorthatisoftenunder-fundedintheU.S.


Seefoundationwebsiteforadditionalapplicationinformation.SeniorScholarslettersmustbesubmittedonlineatwww.cybergrants.com/emf/senior_scholar_loi.FullapplicationsforSeniorScholarsandNewScholarsareacceptedbyinvitationonly.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach:SubmitSeniorScholarletterofintent viafoundationwebsiteCopies of proposal: 1Deadline:Mar.5thforSeniorScholarslettersofintentFinal notification:LateMayforletterofintentdecision, Aug.forawardees

Contact: Richard L. Sprott

4710BethesdaAvenue,Suite204Bethesda,MD20814Tel:(301)657-1830Email:[email protected]:www.ellisonfoundation.org

THE FENTON FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationgivestosupporthumanservices,Jewishagencies,andsynagogues.




Deadline: None

Contact: Irene M. Fenton, President

PostOfficeBox3069InclineVillage,NV89450

FRANK AND VICTORIA FERTITTA FOUNDATION, LTD.Thefoundationprimarilygivestohealthorganizations,aswellasforchildrenandsocialservices;fundingalsoforaperformingartscenterandtoRomanCatholicorganizationsandchurches.


Applicationformnotrequired.

http://www.cybergrants.com/emf/senior_scholar_loi

http://www.cybergrants.com/emf/senior_scholar_loi


http://www.ellisonfoundation.org



Deadline: None

Contact Information

10801WestCharlestonBoulevard,Suite600LasVegas,NV89135Tel:(702)221-4700

JOHN SHAW FIELD FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesforchildrenandyouthservices,aswellascourtsandjudicialadministration.


Unsolicitedrequestsarereviewedonalimitedbasis.Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested.Initial approach: Letter

Deadline: None

Contact: Kelli Campbell, Secretary

333FlintStreetReno, NV 89501

Tel:(775)322-6133

FIRST HAND FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtodirectlyimprovethehealthstatusofyounglife.Specialemphasisisplacedonprogramsdesignedtohelpchildrenwithhealth-relatedneedswheninsuranceandotherfinancialresourceshavebeenexhausted.


Applicationinformationmayberequestedatalaterdate.Initial approach: Download application and mail

tofoundationforIndividualCareGrants

Board meeting dates:FirstWednesdayofthemonth

Deadlines:BeforelastWednesdayofthemonthforIndividualCareGrants

Final notification:7to10daysfollowingreviewforIndividualCareGrants

Additional information:ApplicationsforIndividualCareGrantsshouldincludealetterfromadoctorexplainingthechild’sdiagnosis,historyofillness,specificrequestforfunding,andotherrelevantinformation;aletterfromaprovideronletterheadshowingtheoriginalcostandestimateddiscountonprocedureorequipmentrequested;letterfromtherapistonletterheadifapplyingfortherapyortherapyequipment;


letterfromsocialworkeronletterheadifrequestingdisplacementassistance;evidenceofthefamily’sfinancialsituation;andaletterofdenialfrominsurancecompany.

Contact: Mary Nelson

2800 Rockcreek Parkway

KansasCity,MO64117Tel:(816)201-1569Email:[email protected]

FIRST NATIONS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTETheinstitutehelpsNativeAmericantribalmemberstomobilizeenterprises that are reform-minded, culturally suitable, andeconomicallyfeasiblebycoordinatinglocalgrassrootsprojectswithnationalprogramandpolicydevelopmentinitiativestobuildcapacityforself-reliantreservationeconomies.


ApplicantsmustbeNativeAmericannonprofitortribalprogramsonornearareservationtobeeligibleforgrants.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach:Telephone(letterofintentformwillbemailedtoapplicantafterwards)Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Mar.,June,Sept.,andNov.

Contact: Michael E. Roberts

351CoffmanStreet,Suite200Longmont,CO80501Tel:(303)774-7836Fax:(303)774-7841Email:[email protected]:www.firstnations.org

FIRST RESPONDER INSTITUTEThefoundationgivestoemergencypersonneltoimprovecommunitysafety.Italsogivestoneedyfiredepartmentstohelpthempurchasespecialequipment.


Firedepartmentsfromlargermunicipalitiesareeligibletoapply;however,preferenceisgiventorural(small)firedepartmentsthatdonothaveataxbaseforsupport.Seefoundationwebsiteforfullapplicationguidelinesandrequirements.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach:Submitonlineapplicationform;telephonequeriesarediscouragedDeadlines:Mar.31,June30,Sept.30,andDec.31Final notification:1monthfollowingdeadlinebyemail



http://www.firstnations.org


Contact Information

15312SpencervilleCourt,Suite100Burtonsville,MD20866Tel:(301)421-0096Email:[email protected]:www.firstresponder.org

THE FOUNDATION FOR SOCIAL EQUITYThefoundationprovidesscholarshipawardsandgrantsformedicalcaretofinanciallyneedyindividuals.


Seewebsiteforapplicationguidelines.Applicationformrequired.Initial approach: Proposal

Deadline: None

Contact Information

1350EastFlamingoRoad,Suite13BPostOfficeBox246LasVegas,NV89119Tel:(702)992-0277Email:[email protected]

URL:www.foundationforsocialequity.com

GENENTECH ACCESS TO CARE FOUNDATIONThefoundationprovidesprescriptionmedicationtoeconomicallydisadvantagedpatients.


Theapplicationrequiresmedicalinformationfromthepatients’physicianandfinancialinformationfromthepatienttodetermineeligibility.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach:ContactfoundationbyletterortelephoneorcompleteonlineapplicationDeadline: None

Contact Information

1DNAWay,MailStop#858ASouthSanFrancisco,CA94080Tel:(866)422-2377Fax:(650)335-1366URL:www.gene.com/gene/about/community/patients

GEORGIA-PACIFIC FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtopromoteeducation,environment,communityenrichment,andentrepreneurship.


Extraneousproposalmaterialsarenotencouraged.Electronicorfaxedproposalsarenotaccepted.Applicationformnotrequired.


http://www.firstresponder.org


http://www.foundationforsocialequity.com

http://www.gene.com/gene/about/community/patients


Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Resultsexpectedfromproposedgrant• Qualificationsofkeypersonnel• Statementofproblemprojectwilladdress• Population served

• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured• Explanationofwhygrantmakerisconsidered




budgetand/orprojectbudgetInitial approach: Proposal

Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:AsrequiredDeadlines:BetweenJan.1andOct.31Final notification:Within30days

Contact: Curley M. Dossman, Jr.

133PeachtreeStreetNortheast,39th Floor

Atlanta,GA30303Tel:(404)652-4581Fax:(404)749-2754URL:www.gp.com/gpfoundation/index.html

THE ELIAS & JODY GHANEM CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportseducation,healthcare,andreligionpurposes.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach: Proposal

Contact: Premier Trust, Inc.

4465JonesBoulevardLasVegas,NV89103Tel:(702)507-0750

Applicationaddress:c/oJodyGhanem11378CedarLogCourtLasVegas,NV89135

http://www.gp.com/gpfoundation/index.html


GLICKMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesforhumanservicesandJewishorganizations.



Deadline: None

Contact: M. Lipschultz

PostOfficeBox14844LasVegas,NV89114

THE HARRY FRANK GUGGENHEIM FOUNDATIONGrantsforresearchprojectsatthepostdoctorallevel(thoughnotnecessarilyrequiringaPh.D.)directedtowardprovidingabetterunderstandingofviolenceaggression,anddominanceinrelationtosocialchange;DissertationFellowshipprogramtosupportindividualsonlyduringthewritingoftheirPh.D.dissertation;researchgrantscanbeappliedfordirectly.Primaryareasofsupportincludeanthropology,biologicalsciences,sociology,history,politicalscience,andpsychology.


Applicationguidelinesandapplicationformsmaybedownloadedonfoundationwebsite.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Resultsexpectedfromproposedgrant• Qualificationsofkeypersonnel• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,



budgetand/orprojectbudget• Additionalmaterials/documentationInitial approach:LetterortelephoneCopies of proposal: 4Board meeting dates:JuneandDecDeadlines:Feb.1forPh.D.support;Aug.1forresearchgrantsFinal notification:Within3daysofmeeting

Contact Information

25West53rdStreet,16th Floor

NewYork,NY10019Tel:(646)428-0971Email:[email protected]:www.hfg.org


http://www.hfg.org


WILLIAM H. AND MATTIE W. HARRIS FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestoeffortsthatsupportanimals/wildlife,arts,communityandeconomicdevelopment,andeducation.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsmustsubmitthefollowing:• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• ListingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupportInitial approach:CallorwriteforcompleteapplicationguidelinesCopies of proposal: 4Deadlines:Feb.1andAug.1

Contact Information

6655WestSahara,SuiteB-118LasVegas,NV89146Tel:(702)253-1317Email:[email protected]:http://harrisfoundation-nevada.com

THE THELMA B. & THOMAS P. HART FOUNDATIONThefoundationprimarilygivestoeffortsthatsupporteducation,children’s programs, service animal programs, health, andcommunity-basedprograms.


Applicationformrequired.Deadline:NonebutrecommendedbyJuneofeachyear

Contact: Mark. W. Knobel

4795CoughlinParkway,Suite100Reno, NV 89519

ROBERT Z. HAWKINS FOUNDATIONThefoundationprimarilygivestocharitableandsocialservicesinnorthernNevada.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Qualificationsofkeypersonnel• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured


• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliations

• Detaileddescriptionofprojectandamountoffundingrequested

• Copyofcurrentyear’sorganizationalbudgetand/orprojectbudget

• ListingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupportInitial approach: Proposal

Copies of proposal: 6Board meeting dates: 2ndTues.ofeverymonthDeadline: None

Contact Information

1EastLibertyStreet,Suite509Reno, NV 89501

Tel:(775)786-1105

R. STEPHEN AND DOROTHY M HEINRICHS FOUNDATIONThefoundationdonatestoCatholicagenciesandchurches.



amountoffundingrequested• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,

andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliationsInitial approach: Proposal

Deadline: None

Contact Information

PostOfficeBox9093InclineVillage,NV89452

HIRSHBERG FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsmedicalcenterlaboratoriesforresearchonmechanisms,treatments,andpotentialcuresforpancreaticcancer,aswellasprovidingsupporttocharitiesforthesupportoffamilieswithpancreaticcancer.


Applicationguidelinesavailableonfoundationwebsite.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach: Email

Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Jan.andJuneDeadline:Aug.15Final notification: 8 weeks

Additional information:Theproposalshouldbe


accompanied by a cover letter and recommendation

fromtheheadofthedepartment.

Contact: Lisa Manheim

2990SouthSepulvedaBoulevard,Suite300CLosAngeles,CA90064Tel:(310)473-5121Email:[email protected]:www.pancreatic.org

THE HUMANA FOUNDATION, INC.ThefoundationsupportsprogramsinLasVegas,Nevada,designedtopromotehealthylivesandhealthycommunities,withafocusontheneedsofchildren,families,andseniors.Specialemphasisisdirectedtowardprogramsdesignedtopromotechildhoodhealthandeducation,healthliteracy,activelifestyles,andwellness.

Application Information:

Supportislimitedto1contributionperorganizationduringanygivenyear.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Statementofproblemprojectwilladdress• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Geographicareatobeserved• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,


amountoffundingrequested• Plansforcooperationwithotherorganizations,ifany• Copyofcurrentyear’sorganizational

budgetand/orprojectbudgetInitial approach:CompleteonlineapplicationformCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Every2monthsDeadlines:Nov.1throughJune15Final notification:Generally,6weeksto2months

Contact: Barbara Wright

500WestMainStreet,Suite208Louisville,KY40202Tel:(502)580-4140Fax:(502)580-1256Email:[email protected]:www.humanafoundation.org


http://www.pancreatic.org


http://www.humanafoundation.org


OTTO A. HUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUNDThe organization gives scholarship awards to financiallydisadvantagedorphansforhighereducation.



Contact Information

c/oWellsFargoBank,N.A.PostOfficeBox53456Phoenix,AZ85072URL:www.dcfs.state.nv.us/DCFS_scholarshipinfo.htm

IBM INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsorganizationsinvolvedwithartsandculture,K-12education,theenvironment,health,employment,humanservices,diversity,science,publicpolicyresearch,andminorities.


Proposalsshouldbenolongerthan2pages.Additionalinformationmayberequestedatalaterdate.ApplicantsmustbenominatedbyafacultymemberforIBMFellowshipGrants.Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Statementofproblemprojectwilladdress• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured• Descriptiveliteratureaboutorganization• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand


budgetand/orprojectbudget• Listingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupport• Additionalmaterials/documentationInitial approach:Proposal;completenominationformforIBMFellowshipGrantsCopies of proposal: 1Deadlines:None;Sept.22toNov.2forIBMFellowshipGrantsFinal notification:1month

Contact Information

NewOrchardRoadArmonk,NY10504Tel:(914)765-2344URL:www.ibm.com/ibm/ibmgives

http://www.ibm.com/ibm/ibmgives


THE MAX JAMES FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationsuportschildrenandyouthservices,humanservices,andrecreationcamps.



amountoffundingrequested• DescriptiveliteratureaboutorganizationsInitial approach:Letterortelephone

Contact: Max Frederick James

101ConventionCenterDrive,Suite1225LasVegas,NV89109Tel:(702)691-2948

JOHNSON & JOHNSON PATIENT ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationprovidespharmaceuticalproductstoneedypersonswholackprescriptiondrugcoverage.


Applicationmustbecompletedandsigned,accompaniedbyproofofincomeandaHIPAAreleaseformsignedbypatient.Applicationformrequired

Initial approach:Completeonlineeligibilityquizandfaxormailapplicationorapplyviaphone.Board meeting dates:ThirdThursdayofeachmonthDeadline: None

Final notification:Within24businesshours,expeditedsamedayapprovalpossibleifneeded

Contact: Denise Sitarikev

1Johnson&JohnsonPlazaNewBrunswick,NJ08933Fax:(888)526-5168URL:www.jjpaf.org

ROXIE AND AZAD JOSEPH FOUNDATIONThefoundationisinterestedinhighereducation,hospitals,andorthodoxagenciesandchurches.



Deadline: None

Contact: Robert L. Sims

2890OutlookDriveReno, NV 89509

http://www.jjpaf.org


THE JURASSIC FOUNDATION INC.Thefoundationawardsgrantsofupto$5,000toqualifiedresearchscientistsandstudentsforresearchonaspectsofdinosaurpaleobiology.Specialemphasisisdirectedtowardstudents,postdoctoralresearchers,andotherresearcherswithlimitedfundingopportunities.


Granteesreceivingsupportareaskedtosubmitafinalreport.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach:DownloadapplicationformandmailoremailtofoundationCopies of proposal: 5Deadlines:PostmarkedbyMar.15andOct.15Final notification:June15andJan.15

Contact: Matthew Lamanna

c/oCarnegieMuseumofNaturalHistory440 Forbes Avenue

Pittsburgh,PA15213Email:[email protected]:www.jurassicfoundation.org

JUST SO FOUNDATIONThe foundation supports higher education, human services,museums,andreligion.



Deadline: None

Contact: Curtis Cushman

c/oJPMorganServices,Inc.PostOfficeBox6089Newark, DE 19714

THE ELEANOR KAGI FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsanimalwelfareandsomefundingisdonatedtoaninstituteforwomen’sresearch.


The letter of inquiry should contain abrief statementof theapplicant’sneedforfundsandenoughfactualinformationtoenablethestafftodeterminewhetherornottheapplicationfallswithinthefoundation’sareasofpreferredinterestorwarrantsconsiderationasaspecialproject.

Initial approach:LetterofinquiryDeadline: None

Contact: Kimberly Rick

2964 Via Della Amore


http://www.jurassicfoundation.org


Henderson, NV 89052

Tel:(702)260-4593

KAMPE FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesforagriculture,healthorganizations,hospitals,andsecondaryschools.


See foundationwebsite forcompleteapplicationguidelines.Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Resultsexpectedformproposedgrant• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured• Descriptiveliteratureaboutorganization• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand


Deadline: None

Contact: Anastacia Gall

P.O.873Paonia,CO81428Tel:(970)623-4290URL:http://kampefoundation.org/

KARE FOUNDATIONThefoundationprovidessupportformuseums.

Application InformationApplicationformrequired.


Deadline: None

Contact: Earl Miller, Pres. 7575WestWashingtonAvenueSuite127-045LasVegas,NV89128Tel:(480)970-4323

KENNEDY FOUNDATIONThefoundationprimarilygivesinReno,Nevada,formedia,film/video,andmuseums.



Deadline: None

Contact: Brian J. Kennedy, Treasurer6502SouthMcCarranBoulevard,SuiteDReno, NV 89509


ApplicationAddress:4790CaughlinParkway,No.501Reno, NV 89519

KOCH FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationsupportsorganizationsinvolvedwithartsandculture,education,health,humanservices,civicaffairs,andreligion.SpecialemphasisisdirectedtowardorganizationswithwhichemployeesofKochEnterprisesareinvolved.

Application InformationApplicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Listofcompanyemployeesinvolvedwiththeorganization• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequestedInitial approach: Proposal

Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Feb.,June,Sept.,andDec.Deadline: None

Final notification:3months

Contact: Jennifer K. Slade10South11th Avenue

Evansville, IN 47744

URL:www.kochenterprises.com/corporate/foundation.htm

THE KROGER CO. CONTRIBUTIONS PROGRAMAsacomplementtoitsfoundation,Krogeralsomakescharitablecontributionstononprofitorganizationsdirectly.Specialemphasisisdirectedtowardsprogramsdesignedtopromotetheadvancementofwomenandminorities.


Initial approach:ContactCommunityRelationsDepartmentatnearestcompanyretaildivisionforapplicationinformation.

Contact Informationc/oCommunityRelationsDepartment1014VineStreetCincinnati,OH45202Tel:(513)762-4000URL:www.kroger.com/company_information/community/Pages/default.aspx

MARYBETH M. LAMB FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationsupportseducation,andyouthandsocialservices.

Application InformationApplicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:

http://www.kochenterprises.com/corporate/foundation.htm


• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/



Deadline: None

Contact: Robert L Sims, President

2890OutlookDriveReno, NV 89509

Tel:(775)825-2134

THE LANDMARK FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsorganizationsinvolvedinartsandculture,education, the environment,human services, and leadershipdevelopment.


Letterofinquiryshouldbenolongerthan1page.Additionalinformationmayberequestedatalaterdate.Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Timetableforimplementationandevaluationofproject• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand


budgetand/orprojectbudget• ListingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupportInitial approach:LetterofinquirytonearestcompanyfacilityCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:AsrequiredDeadline: None

Final notification:Within3months

Contact: Michelle Layton

150GranbyStreet,19th Floor

Norfolk,VA23510Tel:(702)792-8828

LATHAM FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestosupporthumanservices.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission


• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofcurrentyear’sorganizational

budgetand/orprojectbudget• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers

andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliationsInitial approach: Proposal

Deadline: None

Contact: Douglas Damon

5301LongleyLane,SuiteH115Reno, NV 89511

Tel:(775)827-1040

LEE FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsorganizationsinvolvedwithartsandculture,education,andbusinessandindustry.


Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmit thefollowing:• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetterInitial approach:LetterofinquirytonearestcompanynewspaperpublisherCopies of proposal: 5Deadline: None


Contact: Carl G. Schmidt

201NorthHarrisonStreet,Suite600Davenport, IA 52801

ROBERT M. LEE FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesforanimalandwildlifepreservationandprotectionaswellasforenvironmentalprotection.



Deadline: None

Contact: Scott Bergen, Treasurer

970IcehouseAvenueSparks,NV89431Tel:(775)331-0414


MINNIE B. LEONETTE FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestoorganizationsthatbenefitneedychildrenandseniorsinnorthernNevada,specificallytheReno,Sparks,andLakeTahoeareas.


Seefoundationwebsiteforapplicationguidelinesandforms.Applicationformrequired.


Copies of proposal: 5Board meeting dates:Mar.,June,Sept.,andDec.Deadline:15dayspriortoboardmeetingdates

Contact Information


Tel:(775)828-1433Email:[email protected]

URL:www.leonettefoundation.org

LIED FOUNDATION TRUSTThefoundationsupportshighereducation,childrenandyouthservices,thearts,andagriculture.


Applicationformnotrequired.Deadline: None

Contact: Christina M. Hixon, Treasurer

3907WestCharlestonBoulevardLasVegas,NV89102Tel:(702)878-1559

LILLY CARES FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationdistributespharmaceuticals to ill, infant,andeconomicallydisadvantagedpeoplewhoarebelowthefederalpovertylevelandwhoarenoteligibleforanythird-partymedicationpaymentassistance.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:DownloadapplicationformandfaxormailtoapplicationaddressDeadline: None

Final notification: 4 weeks

Additionalinformation:Applicationsmustbefilledoutbyadoctorandshouldincludeproofoftheapplicant’sincome.

Contact Information

LillyCorporateCenter


http://www.leonettefoundation.org


893SouthDelawareStreetIndianapolis, IN 46285

Tel:(800)545-6962URL:www.lillytruassist.com/Pages/AboutLillyCares.aspx

JESSICA ELIZABETH LUTTRELL SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATIONThefoundationprovidesscholarshipawardstostudentsattendinganaccreditedcollege,university,orschooloftrainingonafull-timebasis,forcostoftuition,books,supplies,androomandboard.



Deadlines:6monthspriortohighschoolgraduationFinal notification:May1

Contact Information

254DammeronValleyDriveWestDammeronValley,UT84783

ROBERT M. MACNAMARA FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestowardartseducationandartsprograms.



Deadline: None

Contact Information

6700ViaAustiParkway,SuiteCLasVegas,NV89199

MAJESTIC REALTY FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsorganizationsinvolvedineducation,health,violenceprevention,youth,andfamilies.


Additionalinformationmayberequestedatalaterdate.Asitevisitmayberequested.Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Timetableforimplementationandevaluationofproject• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Descriptiveliteratureaboutorganization• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,

andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliations




• ListingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupportInitial approach:LetterofinquiryCopies of proposal: 1Deadline: None

Contact: Frances L. Inman

13191CrossroadsParkwayNorth,6th Floor

CityofIndustry,CA91746Tel:(562)654-2725Email:[email protected]:www.majesticfoundation.org

THE MARNELL FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportseducationalandenvironmentalefforts.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:LetterrequestingapplicationDeadline: None

Contact Information

222ViaMarnellWayLasVegas,NV89119Tel:(702)739-2000

THE MARVIN FOUNDATIONThefoundationisinterestedinanimals/wildlife,artseducation,Christianagenciesandchurches,elementary/secondaryeducation,humanservices,andlegalservices.


Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand


Deadline: None

Contact: Whittier Trust of Nevada

100WestLibertyStreet,Suite890Reno, NV 89501

CHARLES N. MATHEWSON FOUNDATIONThefoundationdonatestothearts,education,medicalresearch,andchildren,youth,andsocialservices.


http://www.majesticfoundation.org




Deadline: None

Contact Information


LEONARD H. MCINTOSH FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesforthearts,athletics,cancerresearch,Christianagenciesandchurches,elementary/secondaryeducation,highereducation,recreationcamps,hospices,andyouthdevelopment.




Deadline: None

Contact Information

1880GentryWayReno, NV 89502

Tel:(775)825-6400

THE E.W. MCKENZIE FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportshighereducation,humanservices,andyouthdevelopment.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:LetterortelephoneDeadline: None

Contact Information


Tel:(775)329-1209

THE MENTOR NETWORK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationworkstobuildoninnovativeapproachestohumanservicesbyseekingnewsolutionsandcreativeideasforenhancingthelivesofpersonswithdisabilities,youth,andfamiliesfacingemotional,behavioral,andotherchallenges.


Applicationformsavailableonfoundationwebsite.Grantsare


limitedtoorganizationsservingpeoplewithdisabilities,youth,andfamilies.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach:SubmitcompletedapplicationformDeadlines:RollingbasisFinal notification:Quarterlydecisions(Jan.,Apr.,JulyandOct.)

Contact: Jennifer W.B. Armini

313CongressStreet,5th Floor

Boston,MA02210Email:[email protected]: www.thementornetwork.com/foundation

METLIFE FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsfoodbanksandorganizationsinvolvedinartsandculture,education,health,Alzheimer’sdiseaseresearch,housing,humanservices,communitydevelopment,voluntarismpromotion, civic affairs, senior citizens, and economicallydisadvantagedpeople. Special emphasis is directed towardprogramsdesignedtostrengthencommunities;promotegoodhealth;andimproveeducation.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/




budgetand/orprojectbudget• Additionalmaterials/documentationInitial approach:CompleteonlineapplicationCopies of proposal: 1Deadline: None

Final notification:1month

Contact: A. Dennis White

1095AvenueoftheAmericas,40th Floor

NewYork,NY10036Tel:(212)578-6272Email:[email protected]:www.metlife.org


http://www.thementornetwork.com/foundation


http://www.metlife.org


MINTZ FAMILY FOUNDATION FOR CREATIVE JEWISH EDUCATIONThefoundationaddressesalllevelsofJewisheducation,bothformalandinformal.ThefoundationhopestohelpencourageinnovationthroughoutthefieldofJewisheducationinNorthAmericabyrecognizingthecreativityofanindividualororganization.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganizationInitial approach: Proposal

Deadline:Feb.15

Contact Information

2045GrouseStreetLasVegas,NV89134Tel:(702)869-2700Email:[email protected]:www.mintzfn.org

MIRACLE FLIGHTS FOR KIDSTheorganizationseekstoimproveaccesstohealthcarebyprovidingfreeairtransportationtohospitalsacrossAmerica.


Initial approach:TelephoneordownloadflightrequestformDeadlines:10businessdaysbeforeadomesticflightandnofewerthan21businessdaysbeforeaninternationalflight.

Contact: William P. McGee

2764NorthGreenValleyParkway,Suite115Henderson, NV 89014


URL:www.miracleflights.org

MGM MIRAGE VOICE FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportscharitableorganizationsinthecommunitieswhereMGMMirageemployeeslive,work,andcarefortheirfamilies.


Submitoriginalapplicationplus10copies.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach:CompletedapplicationformDeadline:May5

Contact Information

3260 Industrial Road

LasVegas,NV89109

http://www.mintzfn.org


http://www.miracleflights.org


Tel:(702)650-7469Email:[email protected]: www.mgmmiragevoice.com/pages/eg_foundation.asp

MOUNT WHEELER C.A.R.E. PROGRAMThefoundationgivestoWhitePineCounty,Nevadaandsupportsprogramsdesignedtoassisteconomicallydisadvantagedhouseholdspayforenergyservice.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:ContacttheWhitePineCountyWelfareOfficeforapplicationformDeadline: None

Contact Information

c/oMountWheelerPower,Inc.PostOfficeBox151000Ely, NV 89315

Tel:(775)289-3271Email:[email protected] URL:www.mwpower.net/apps.html

MUTUAL OF AMERICA FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsorganizationsinvolvedwitheducation,health,andhumanservices.ThroughtheCommunityPartnershipAwardProgram,thefoundationawardsgrantsupto$25,000toorganizationswithprogramsdesignedtopartnerwithpublic,private,andsocialsectororganizationsdevotedtothepublicgoodtobuildacohesivecommunitythatservesasamodelforcollaboratingwithothersforthegreatergood.Avideooftheaward-winner’sprojectwillalsobeproducedandusedasatooltoeducate,inform,andprovideamodelofcoordinatedactionforotherstoemulate.


Proposalsshouldbenolongerthan3pages.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/


andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliations• Contactperson• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequestedInitial approach:DownloadapplicationformandmailproposalandapplicationformtofoundationforCommunityPartnershipAwardCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Mar.,May,June,Sept.,andNov.

http://www.mgmmiragevoice.com/pages/eg_foundation.asp

http://www.mwpower.net/apps.html


Deadline:Apr.1forCommunityPartnershipAwardAdditional information:Proposalsshouldincludeadescriptionofthepartnershipandindicatetherollofeachpartner;howthepartnershipwasstarted;thedurationofthepartnershiptodate;howthepartnershiphasmadeadifference;theabilityofthepartnershiptobereplicatedandstimulatenewideasinaddressingsocialissues;andthepartnership’scommitmenttoadvancingthemissionandprinciplesoftheorganization.

Contact: Thomas Gilliam

320 Park Avenue

NewYork,NY10022Tel:(212)224-1147Fax:(212)207-3001Email:[email protected]:www.mutualofamerica.com/about/CommunityBuilding.asp

NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR FINANCIAL EDUCATIONThemissionoftheNationalEndowmentforFinancialEducationistohelpindividualAmericansacquiretheknowledgeandskillsneededtotakecontroloftheirfinancialdestiny.NEFE’smissionisgroundedinthebeliefthatregardlessofbackgroundorincomelevel,financiallyinformedindividualsarebetterableto1)takecontroloftheircircumstances,2)improvetheirqualityoflife,and3)ensureastablefutureforthemselvesandtheirfamilies.


Full proposalswill be acceptedby invitationonly followingsubmissionofinquiry.Seefoundationwebsiteforapplicationinformation.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach:CompletetheConceptinquiryformaftercheckingguidelinesandeligibilityCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Apr.andNov.Deadlines:JuneandDec.Final notification:5businessdaysfollowingboardmeetings

Contact: Billy J. Hensley

1331 17thStreet,Suite1200Denver,CO80202Fax:(303)220-0838Email:[email protected]:www.nefe.org

THE NEVADA BIGHORNS FOUNDATIONThe foundationseeks to re-establish,augment,andmaintainNevada’swildlife.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:


http://www.mutualofamerica.com/about/CommunityBuilding.asp

mailto:bjh%40nefe.org?subject=

http://www.nefe.org



• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliations



Deadline: None

Contact Information

890EastPatriotBoulevard,SuiteEReno, NV 89511

Email:[email protected]:www.nevadabighornsunlimited.org

NEVADA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC.ThefoundationiscommittedtoimprovingthelivesofsouthernNevadanstodayandforfuturegenerationsbymatchingactsofcaringtothemanyneedsinthecommunity.


In2010,thefoundationapprovedanewapproachtograntmakingandwillnowcommititsdiscretionarydollarstomulti-yearfundingofprogramsthatarealignedwiththestatewidecollaborative,ReadyforLife.Visitthefoundation’swebsiteforupdatesaboutthisstrategicshift.Applicationformrequired.

Board meeting dates: Quarterly

Contact Information

1635VillageCenterCircle,Suite160LasVegas,NV89134Tel:(702)892-2326Email:[email protected]:www.nevadacf.org

NV ENERGY FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtopromoteartsandmulticulturaleducation,theenvironment,youth,andhealthandhumanservices.


Multi-yearfundingisnotautomatic.Anapplicationformisrequiredforscholarships.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Statementofproblemprojectwilladdress• Population served

• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured

http://www.nevadabighornsunlimited.org


http://www.nevadacf.org


• Listofcompanyemployeesinvolvedwiththeorganization• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,



budgetand/orprojectbudget• PlansforacknowledgementInitial approach:Proposal;downloadapplicationformandmailtoapplicationaddressforscholarshipsCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Bi-monthlyDeadlines:Mar.1toMar.15forPowerfulPartnershipsHighSchoolScholarshipsFinal notification:2months;Apr.30forPowerfulPartnershipsHighSchoolScholarshipsAdditional information:Scholarshipapplicationsshouldincludeofficialhighschooltranscripts;evidenceofenrollmentataninstitutionofhighereducation;apersonalstatementoutliningcareergoalsandaspirations;a100to300wordessayexplainingwhycommunityserviceisimportant;aletterofrecommendationfromaschoolofficial;andonetothreelettersofrecommendationfromanagencyororganizationwherethestudenthasvolunteered.

Contact Information


Tel:(775)834-5642URL:www.nvenergy.com/community/funding/sprfoundation

NEVADA HUMANITIES, INC.Theorganizationworks inpartnershipwith individualsandorganizationstodevelopandfundhumanitiesactivitiessuchaspublicdiscussions, lectures,exhibits,publications,historicperformances,anddocumentaryfilms,toenrichthelivesofallNevadansthroughthehumanities.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:SubmitproposalonlineBoard meeting dates:FallandSpringDeadlines:Mar10andOct10(forgrantrequestsover$1,000)androllingbasis(forgrantrequestsunder$1,000)Final notification:6Weeks

Contact: Christina Barr

PostOfficeBox8029

http://www.nvenergy.com/community/funding/sprfoundation


Reno, NV 89507

Tel:(775)784-6587Email:[email protected]:www.nevadahumanities.org

NEVADA VOLUNTEERSTheorganizationstrengthensNevadathroughAmeriCorpsandvolunteerism.FundingisavailablefororganizationstocreateAmeriCorpsprograms.Eligibleorganizationsmustengagetheirmembersinfull-timeorpart-timeserviceactivitiesintheareasofeducation,environment,homelandsecurity,humanneeds,orpublicsafety;proposalsshouldbedesignedtosupportatleast10full-timeequivalentmembers.


FundingisavailablethroughacompetitiveRFPprocess,onlyforfederalAmeriCorpsprogramsforthestateofNevada.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach: Download application

Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates: Quarterly

Deadline:Nov.1Final notification: 60 to 90 days

Contact: Shawn Lecker-Pomaville

639IsbellRoad,Suite220Reno, NV 89509


URL:www.nevadavolunteers.org

NEVADA WOMEN’S FUNDThefundisdedicatedtostrengtheningthecommunitybyempoweringwomentoimprovetheirlivesandthelivesoftheirfamilies.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:Letter,telephone,fax,oremailCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates: 4thThurs.ofeachmonthDeadline:Mar.26

Contact Information

770SmithridgeDrive,Suite300Reno, NV 89502

Tel:(775)786-8152Email:[email protected]:www.nevadawomensfund.org


http://www.nevadahumanities.org


http://www.nevadavolunteers.org


http://www.nevadawomensfund.org


THE NORTH STAR FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationsupportshighereducationandmedicalresearch.



Deadline: 45 days prior to need

Contact Information

8506WestDesertInnRoadLasVegas,NV89117Tel:(702)304-8383

ONESIGHT RESEARCH FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsresearchprojectsdesignedtofindbettertreatmentsandcuresforvisionthreateningdiseasesanddisordersondiabeticandpediatriceyediseases;andawardsscholarshipstooptometrystudentsthroughtheDr.StanleyPearleScholarshipFund.


Only2nd, 3rd, and 4thyearstudentseligibleforOptometryScholarships.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Qualificationsofkeypersonnel• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990• Explanationofwhygrantmakerisconsidered




budgetand/orprojectbudget• ListingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupportInitial approach: Download application

formandmailtofoundationCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Feb.andAugDeadlines:PostmarkedbyDec.31andJune30forBlockgrants;Apr.15forStanleyPearleScholarshipFundFinal notification:Mid-Marandmid-Sept.;June15forDr.StanleyPearleScholarshipFundAdditional information:Scholarshipapplicationsshouldincludeofficialtranscripts,2lettersofrecommendation,andalistanddescriptionofleadershipresponsibilitiesundertakenbytheapplicant.


Contact: Trina Parasiliti

2465JoeFieldRoadDallas,TX75229Tel:(972)277-6191Email:[email protected]:www.onesight.org

THE ARTHUR AND MAE ORVIS FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationprimarilygivesforculturalinstitutionsandfornursing.




Deadline: None

Contact: Paul M. Frank

1540Broadway,24th Floor

NewYork,NY10036

PARASOL TAHOE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC.TheParasolTahoeCommunityFoundationenvisionsaregionknownforitsengagedcommunity.AsTahoe’slargestcommunityfoundation,theyarecommittedtoimprovingthequalityoflifethroughouttheLakeTahoebasinandempoweringdonorsinmeetingtheircharitablepassions.Thefoundationseekstoserveasacatalystforanewnonprofitmodelthatwillbetterservethecommunity.


Visitthefoundationwebsiteforanapplicationformandguidelines.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Timetableforimplementationandevaluationofproject• Signatureandtitleofchiefexecutiveofficer• Resultsexpectedfromproposedgrant• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Geographicareatobeserved• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand



http://www.onesight.org


budgetand/orprojectbudgetInitial approach:SubmitapplicationformCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates: Quarterly

Deadline:EarlyNov.Final notification: 4-6 weeks

Contact Information

948InclineWayInclineVillage,NV89457Tel:(775)298-0100Email [email protected]

URL:www.parasol.org

PARKINSON FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesinsupportofservicesforcancerpatients,familyservices,Christianagenciesandchurches,andmilitary/veterans’organizations.



Deadline: None

Contact Information

2905LakeEastDrive,Suite110LasVegas,NV89117Tel:(702)396-3887

WILLIAM N. PENNINGTON FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportseducation,communityservices,health,andmedicalresearch.Thefoundationalsohasinterestinsupportingcommunityandhealthservicesforchildrenandtheelderly,aswellasprovidingfinancialaidtostudentsincollegesanduniversities.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/



budgetand/orprojectbudgetInitial approach: Proposal

Copies of proposal: 1Deadline: Applications are accepted on a continual

basis,butreviewedonlytwiceduringtheyearAdditional information:Alsoincludedwiththeapplication


http://www.parasol.org


shouldbetheidentityofeveryothergrantmakingorganizationtowhichthesameorsimilarproposalhasbeensent,andthestatusoftheseadditionalapplications.

Contact Information

550WestPlumbLanePostOfficeBox512Reno, NV 89509

Tel:(775)333-9100

THE PEPSICO FOUNDATION INC.Thefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtopromoteeducation,theenvironment,andhealthinunderservedregions. Specialemphasisisdirectedtowardnutritionandsafety;safewaterandwaterusageefficiencies;andeducationandempowerment.


Afullproposalmayberequestedatalaterdate.Grantrequestedfor$100,000ormoreareacceptedthroughaninvitationonlyRequestforProposalprocess.Applicationformnotrequired.Applicationsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• Contactperson• Statementofproblemprojectwilladdress• Timetableforimplementationandevaluationofproject• Howprojectwillbesustainedonce

grantmakersupportiscompleted• Plansforcooperationwithotherorganizations,ifany• ResultsexpectedfromproposedgrantInitial approach:Emailletterofinterestforrequestslessthan$100,000Board meeting dates:MayandNov.Deadline: None

Final notification:Severalmonths

Contact: Jacqueline R. Millan

700 Anderson Hill Road

Purchase,NY10577Tel:(914)253-3153Email:[email protected]:www.pepsico.com/Purpose/PepsiCo-Foundation.aspx

THOMAS A. PLEIN FOUNDATION, LTD.ThefoundationgivestoChristianagenciesandchurches,education,healthcare,andhumanservices.


http://www.pepsico.com/Purpose/PepsiCo-Foundation.aspx




amountoffundingrequestedInitial approach: Proposal

Deadlines: None

Final notification:2months

Contact: H. Matthew Frazier

3415CommerceCourtAppleton,WI54911

THE POETRY FOUNDATIONThefoundationawardsfellowshipsandprizestostudentsofcreativewritingorEnglishwhoareenrolledinauniversityorcollege.Thefoundationisdedicatedtopromotingtheunderstandingandappreciationofpoetryworldwide.



amountoffundingrequested• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetterInitial approach: Letter

Deadline: None

Contact: Stephen Young

444NorthMichiganAvenue,Suite1850Chicago,Il60611Tel:(312)787-7070Email:[email protected]:www.poetryfoundation.org

WAYNE L. PRIM FOUNDATIONThe foundation supports education and is also interested insupportingcrimeandabuseprevention,humanservices,performingarts,andmuseums.


Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetterInitial approach: Letter

Deadline: None

Contact Information

PostOfficeBox12219ZephyrCove,NV89448Tel:(775)588-7300


http://www.poetryfoundation.org


PUNTA MITA FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestoelementary/secondaryeducation,humanservices,andmedicalresearch.

Application Information:

Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement990Deadline:Sept.30

Contact: Julia Ballinger

540WestPlumbLane,Suite1AReno, NV 89509

Tel:(775)787-6745

NELL J. REDFIELD FOUNDATIONThefoundationofferssupportprimarilyfortheadvancementofhealthcare,medicalresearch,andthecareofhandicappedchildren.Supportisalsoavailablefortheaged,education,andreligion.



Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting date: Quarterly

Deadline:10daysinadvanceofanyquarterlymeetingFinal notification:Usuallywithin3months

Contact Information

1755EastPlumbLane,Suite212Reno, NV 89502


Applicationaddress:PostOfficeBox61Reno, NV 89504

WARREN & ETHYLN REED-CARSON VALLEY LIONS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesscholarshipsinGardnerville,Nevada.



Contact Information

PostOfficeBox1Minden,NV89423



RENO RODEO FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestoenhanceandenrichthelivesofnorthernNevadafamiliesbyaidingchildrenwithextraordinaryneeds,buildingcommunitypartnerships,andprovidingscholarshipstostudentsattendingtheUniversityofNevada,Reno.


ScholarshipapplicantsmustbegraduatingfromaruralNevadahigh schoolwith a gradepoint averageof 3.5 or better. Seefoundationwebsiteforcompleteapplicationguidelines.Application formrequired.

Contact Information

500RylandStreet,Suite200Reno, NV 89502


URL:www.renorodeofoundation.org

RESEARCH CORPORATION FOR SCIENTIFIC ADVANCEMENTRCSAprimarilyfundsearly-careerresearchersatU.S.collegesanduniversitiestosupportbasicresearchinphysics,chemistry,astronomy,andrelatedfields.


Onlyonlineapplicationswillbeaccepted.Initial approach:FilloutapplicationrequestformonfoundationwebsiteBoard meeting dates:Feb.,Apr.,andNov.Deadlines:Differsbyprogram,seewebsiteAwards nominations:DiffersbyprogramFinal notification:Differsbyprogram

Contact: Elaine Nathanson

4703EastCampLowellDrive,Suite201Tucson,AZ85712Tel:(520)571-1111Email:[email protected]:www.rescorp.org

RUSSELL SAGE FOUNDATIONThefoundationisaprivateoperatingfoundationdevotedexclusivelytotheconductanddisseminationofresearchinthesocialsciences.Itscurrentprogramsincluderesearchonthecausesandconsequencesofthedeclineindemandforlow-skilledworkersinadvancedeconomies;theadaptationofU.S.immigrantsandtheirchildrentoAmericansociety;effortsbyAmericaninstitutionstoaccommodategreaterracialandethnicdiversity;andavarietyofsmallerspecialprojectsandresearchinitiatives.ThefoundationsponsorsaVisitingScholarPrograminwhichindividualscholarsandcollaborativegroups


http://www.renorodeofoundation.org


http://www.rescorp.org


pursueresearchandwritingprojectsrelatedtothefoundation’sinterestsatitsheadquartersinNewYorkCityforperiodsofuptooneyear.Thefoundationalsoprovidessupportforscholarsatotherinstitutionstopursueresearchprojectsthatadvancethefoundation’sresearchinterests.Thefoundationdisseminatestheresultingresearchfindingsthroughitsownbookpublishingprogram.


Applicationinformationavailableonfoundation’swebsite.Awardsaregiventopost-Ph.D.sonly.Applicationformnotrequired.

Initial approach:LetterofinquiryCopies of proposal: 2Board meeting dates:Feb.,June,andNov.Deadlines:Allmajorproposalsmustbesubmitted8weekspriortoboardmeetingsFinal notification:3monthsAdditional information:Briefapplicationformsforvisitingscholarpositionareavailableonthefoundation’swebsite

Contact: Christopher Brogna

112 East 64thStreetNewYork,NY10065Email:[email protected]:www.russellsage.org

SANDS FOUNDATION Throughthisfoundation,theVenetianResortHotelCasinoseekstoparticipatewithitsteammembers,theirspouses,children,andextendedfamilies,aswellasthecommunitiesofLasVegasandsouthernNevadainprogramsandcausesthatmotivate,educate,andenrichthelivesofyouth;thefoundationwillalsosupportcausesthatprovideempowermenttominoritycommunities,promotehealthissues,andimproveinnercities.


Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Listingofboardofdirectors,trustees,officers,


amountoffundingrequestedInitial approach:ProposalsubmittedviaregularmailorfaxDeadlines:8weekspriortothedateofwhichthedonationisrequired

Contact Information

3355LasVegasBoulevardSouthLasVegas,NV89109Email:[email protected]:www.sands.com/sands-foundation


http://www.russellsage.org

http://www.lasvegassands.com/LasVegasSands/Sands_Foundation/Sands_Foundation.aspx


SCHULMAN FAMILY FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivesforhealthcare,Protestantagenciesandchurches,andUnitedWayandFederatedGivingPrograms.



Deadline: None

Contact Information

c/oKGN,LLC6600WestCharlestonBoulevard,Suite124LasVegas,NV89146Tel:(702)737-6091

SHELTER INSURANCE FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportscommunityfoundationsandorganizationsinvolvedwitheducation,birthdefects,employment,andchildrenandyouth,andawardsgrantsandscholarshipstoindividuals.



amountoffundingrequestedInitial approach:Proposal;contactfoundationorparticipationschoolforapplicationformforAgentScholarshipProgramDeadline: None

Contact: Joe L. Moseley

1817WestBroadwayColumbia,MO65218Tel:(573)214-4324

THE SHIRLEY FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONThefoundationgivestosupporteducation,crimeandviolenceprevention,thearts,andhumanservices.



Deadline: None

Contact Information


Tel:(775)721-4611

SIEMENS FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtoenhancemathandscienceeducationthroughtheSiemensCompetitioninMath,Science,


andTechnology,SiemensAwardsforAdvancedPlacement,theSiemensMeritScholarshipProgram,andtheSiemensWeCanChangethe WorldChallenge.


Initial approach:CompleteonlineapplicationforSiemensCompetitioninMath,Science,andTechnology;completeonlineregistrationforSiemensWeCanchangetheWorldChallengeCopies of proposal: 1Deadlines:OctforSiemensCompetitioninMath,Science,andTechnology;Aug31toMar15forSiemensWeCanChangetheWorldChallenge

Contact Information

170WoodAvenueSouthIselin,NJ08830Tel:(877)822-5233Fax:(732)603-5890Email:[email protected]:www.siemens-foundation.org

THE SKADDEN FELLOWSHIP FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationawardsfellowshipstograduatinglawstudentswhowishtodevotetheirprofessionallivestoprovidinglegalservicesthatbenefitpublicinterest.Fellowshipsareawardedforatwo-yearperiodandgrantsaremadetothepublicinterestorganizationschosenbythefellows.Applicantsmustsecureapotentialpositionwithasponsoringpublicinterestbeforeapplyingforafellowship.Selectionisbasednotonlyonthequalificationsoftheapplicant,butalsoonthedemonstratedeffectivenessofthesponsoringorganization.Fellowshipsincludeasalary,fringebenefitstowhichanemployeeofthesponsoringorganizationwouldbeentitled,anddebtserviceonlawschoolloansforthedurationofthedurationofthefellowship.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach:DownloadapplicationformandmailapplicationformandsupportingmaterialstofoundationCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date:Dec.3Deadline:Oct.3Additional information:Requestsshouldincludeanofficiallawschooltranscript,twolettersofrecommendation(fromalawschooladvisorandaformeremployer),acommitmentletterfromapotentialsponsoringinstitution,andaresume.

Contact: Susan Butler Plum

360 Hamilton Avenue

WhitePlains,NY10601Tel:(212)735-2956Email:[email protected]:www.skaddenfellowships.org


http://www.siemens-foundation.org

http://www.skaddenfellowships.org


SKIDMORE, OWINGS & MERRILL FOUNDATIONThefoundationawardsfellowshipstoarchitecture,design,urbandesign,andstructuralengineeringstudents.

Application InformationApplicantsreceivingsupportareaskedtosubmitafinalreport.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• Additionalmaterials/documentationInitial approach:DownloadIntenttoApplyformDeadline:Apr.18Final notification:Aug.5

Contact: Nancy Abshire

224SouthMichiganAvenue,Suite1000Chicago,IL60604Tel:(312)427-4202Email:[email protected]:www.somfoundation.som.com

FRANCES C. & WILLIAM P. SMALLWOOD FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportshigherandothereducation,thearts,healthcare,andchildren,youth,andsocialservices.


Requirementsvarydependingontypeofgrantrequested.Initial approach:RequestguidelinesDeadline: None

Contact Information

c/oJPMorganChaseBank,N.A. Attn:RickS.PiersallPostOfficeBox3038Milwaukee,WI53201

JOHN BEN SNOW MEMORIAL TRUSTThemissionoftheMemorialTrustistomakegrantswithinspecificfocusareastoenhancethequalityoflifeinmanygeographicareas.Historically,theMemorialTrusthasmadegrantsinthefollowingprogramareas:artsandculture,communitydevelopment,education,environment,historicalpreservation,andjournalism.


Contactclosestregionaloffice.Applicationinformationisavailableonfoundationwebsite.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Timetableforimplementationandevaluationofproject• Signatureandtitleofchiefexecutiveofficer


http://www.somfoundation.som.com


• Resultsexpectedfromproposedgrant• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/




budgetand/orprojectbudget• ListingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupportInitial approach:LetterofinquirybyJan.1oftheyearforwhichfundingisrequestedCopies of proposal: 1Board meeting date:JuneDeadlines:SubmitproposalpreferablyfromJulythroughFeb.;deadlineApr.1Final notification:July1Additional information:AfinalreportaftercompletionofprojectorprogressreportisrequiredbyMar.1

Contact: Emelie M. Williams

JohnBenSnowMemorialTrustPostOfficeBox5605Reno, NV 89513

Email:[email protected]:www.johnbensnow.com/jbsmt

S.R.C. EDUCATION ALLIANCEThefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtopromotescienceandengineeringeducationandthesemiconductorindustrythroughuniversityresearchgrants,scholarships,andfellowships.


Applicationformrequired.Initial approach: Download application

formandemailtofoundationDeadline:Feb.15Final notification:Apr.1Additional information:Applicantsshouldincludeofficialtranscripts,3referencereportformsfromscientists,engineers,orfacultymembers,andGraduateRecordExamination(GRE)testresults.

http://www.johnbensnow.com/jbsmt


Contact Information

PostOfficeBox12053ResearchTrianglePark,NC27709Tel:(919)941-9400Email:[email protected]:www.src.org/program/srcea

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE FUND FOR ENERGYThefoundationsupportsagingcentersandservices,familyservices,andhumanservices.



Deadline: None

Contact Information


Tel:(775)834-5741URL:www.nvenergy.com/community/funding/sprfoundation/

STATE FARM COMPANIES FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportskeyinitiativesandscholarshipsaswellasassociate-directedprograms,includinggrantssupportingvolunteerismandmatchinggiftstotwoandfour-yearcollegesanduniversities.




Final notification: 60 days

Contact: Cheryl Willis-Blakes

1StateFarmPlazaBloomington,IL61710Email:[email protected]: www.statefarm.com/aboutus/community/grants/foundation/foundation.asp

STILLWATER FOUNDATION, INC. Thefoundationseekstopromoteglobalwellbeingbysupportingorganizationsthatprovideyouthdevelopmentandeducation,contributetomedicalresearchandoutreach,oralleviatepovertyandcombatclimatechangethroughsustainabledevelopment.


Applicationformnotrequired.


http://www.src.org/program/srcea

http://[email protected]

http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/community/grants/foundation/foundation.asp

http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/community/grants/foundation/foundation.asp



Deadline: None

Contact: Dave Stockman


Tel:(775)223-4385Email:[email protected]:www.thestillwaterfoundation.org

CHARLES H. STOUT FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportshealthcare,highereducation,humanservices,education,thearts,animalwelfare,andcrimeandviolenceprevention.


Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/

auditedfinancialstatement/990Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Sept.orOct.Deadline:June15Final notification:Withinonemonthfollowingboardmeeting

Contact Information


Email:[email protected]:www.chstoutfoundation.org

TORTIE FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsanimalwelfare.



Contact: Stephen F. Witort

867TynerWayIncline Village,NV89451

TOSHIBA AMERICA FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsschoolsandorganizationsinvolvedinK-12scienceandmathematicseducation.

Application InformationApplicantsareencouragedtocontactthefoundationtodiscussprojectideaspriortoapplying.Organizationsreceivingsupportareaskedtosubmitthefinalreport.Applicationformrequired.


http://www.chstoutfoundation.org


Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Timetableforimplementationandevaluationofproject• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand


budgetand/orprojectbudgetInitial approach: Download application

formandmailtofoundationCopies of proposal: 2Board meeting dates:Mar.andSept.

Contact: Laura Cronin

1251AvenueoftheAmericas,41st Floor

NewYork,NY10020Tel:(212)596-0620Fax:(212)221-1108Email:[email protected]:www.taf.toshiba.com

THE TRAINOR FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportshumanservices.



Contact Information

50EastGregStreet,Suite100Sparks,NV89431

UBS FOUNDATION U.S.AThefoundationsupportshospitalsandorganizationsinvolvedwiththeartsandculture,education,cancer,housing,humanservices,andcommunityeconomicdevelopment.


Proposals should be submitted on organization letterhead.Applicationformnotrequired.


Deadline:Dec.1

Contact Information

1000HarborBoulevard1stFloor,TaxDepartmentWeehawken,NJ07086Tel:(201)352-9238


http://www.taf.toshiba.com


U.S. BANCORP FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationsupportsorganizationsinvolvedwiththeartsandculture,education,employment,housing,youthdevelopment,humanservices,andcommunitydevelopment.Specialemphasisisdirectedtowardprogramsdesignedtoimprovetheeducationalandeconomicopportunitiesoflowandmoderateincomepersons;andenhancetheculturalandartisticliveofcommunities.


Proposalsshouldbenolongerthan1page.Visitwebsiteforstatecharitablegivingcontactsandapplicationdeadlines.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/




budgetand/orprojectbudget• Listingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupport• Additionalmaterials/documentationInitial approach:DownloadapplicationformandmailproposalandapplicationformtonearestcharitablegivingcontactBoard meeting dates: 6 times per year

Deadlines: Varies

Contact: Cat Martin

BC-MN-H21B800NicolletMall,21st Floor

Minneapolis,MN55402Tel:(612)303-4000Fax:(612)303-0787Email:[email protected]:www.usbank.com/community/charitable-giving.html

UNITED STUDENT AID FUNDS, INC.The foundation gives to enhance post-secondary educationpreparedness,access,andsuccessbyprovidingandsupportingfinancialandothervaluedservices.


Submitthreepageletterandbudget.Applicationformnotrequired.Initial approach:OnlineapplicationprocessCopies of proposal: 1Deadlines:Feb.15forScholarships;June15forGrantsFinal notification:June30forScholarships;July20forGrants


http://www.usbank.com/community/charitable-giving.html


Contact: Henry L. Fernandez

PostOfficeBox6028Indianapolis, IN 46206

Tel:(317)849-6510Email:[email protected]:www.usafunds.org

VERIZON FOUNDATIONThefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedto improve lives in

literacy,knowledge,andreadinessforthe21stcentury.Specialemphasis is directed towardprogramsdesigned topromoteeducation,literacy,domesticviolenceprevention,healthcareandaccessibility,andinternetsafety.


Supportislimitedto1contributionperorganizationduringanygivenyearfor3yearsinlength.Organizationsreceivingsupportareaskedtosubmitquarterlyreportsandafinalreport.Applicationformnotrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• Resultsexpectedfromproposedgrant• Statementofproblemprojectwilladdress• Population served

• Name,address,andphonenumberoforganization• Briefhistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Geographicareatobeserved• Howproject’sresultswillbeevaluatedormeasured• Listofcompanyemployeesinvolvedwiththeorganization• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand

amountoffundingrequested• Listingofadditionalsourcesandamountofsupport

Initial approach:CompleteonlineapplicationformBoard meeting date: Annually

Deadlines:Jan.1toSept.30Final notification: 90 days

Additional information:Requestsofover$10,000shouldincludeaprojectbudgetbreakdown.

Contact: Joseph E. Scaccia

1VerizonWayBaskingRidge,NJ07920Tel:(800)360-7955Email:[email protected]:foundation.verizon.com

WELLPOINT FOUNDATION, INC.Thefoundationsupportsprogramsdesignedtoenhancethehealthandwell-beingofindividualsandfamilies.Specialemphasisisdirectedtowardprogramsdesignedtoreducethenumberof


http://www.usafunds.org


http://foundation.verizon.com


uninsuredandpromotehealthygenerations.Supportisgiveninareasofcompanyoperations.


Organizationsreceivingsupportareaskedtosubmitaninterimandafinalreport.Unsolicitedapplicationsforcapitalprojects,initiatives,orcampaignsarenotaccepted.ResearchandpolicygrantsarebyinvitationonlyandmustalignwiththeHealthyGenerationssignatureinitiative.Organizationswithresearchorpolicyprojectsshouldemailthefoundationwithabriefsummary.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/


andotherkeypeopleandtheiraffiliations• Copyofcurrentyear’sorganizational

budgetand/orprojectbudgetInitial approach:CompleteonlineapplicationBoard meeting dates: Quarterly

Deadlines:Jan.21,May13,andSept.2Final notification:4to6months

Contact: Lance Chrisman

120MonumentCircleIndianapolis, IN 46204

Email:[email protected]:www.wellpointfoundation.org/home.html

TERRY LEE WELLS FOUNDATIONThefoundationisdedicatedtoprovidingsupporttonon-profitorganizationsthatstrivetoimprovethelivesoftheunderservedinnorthernNevada,withspecialemphasisonthosethatservetheneedsofwomenandchildren.Grantsareawardedtocarryoutprojectsthataddressmedical,educational,andquality-of-lifeissuesfacedbytheunderservedpopulationofnorthernNevada.Organizationslocatedinanycounty,exceptClarkCounty,mayapply.


Applicationguidelinesandformareavailableonfoundationwebsite.Applicationformrequired.


Copies of proposal: 4Board meeting dates:BetweenMay1andJune12andbetweenSept.1andOct.12Deadlines:Apr.30(forJunefunding)andAug.31(forOct.funding)

Contact Information

PostOfficeBox70806


http://www.wellpointfoundation.org/home.html


Reno, NV 89570


URL:www.terryleewellsfoundation.org

WESTERN STATES ARTS FEDERATIONThe federation is dedicated to thepreservation and creativeadvancementoftheartsinthewesternpartoftheU.S.Itfulfillsitsmissionbyprovidinginnovativeprogramsandservicestoartistsandartsorganizationsinthewestandnationwide.


Eachapplicationcanbeusedforonlyoneproject.Toapplyforfundingfortwoprojects,twoapplicationsmustbecompletedandsubmitted.Applicationformrequired.

Initial approach: Application

Copies of proposal: 14

Contact: Anthony Radich

1743WazeeStreet,Suite300Denver,CO80202Tel:(303)629-1166Fax:(303)629-9717Email:[email protected]:www.westaf.org

E.L. WIEGAND FOUNDATIONThefoundationmakesgrantsprimarilytodevelopandstrengthenprogramsandprojectsat:educationinstitutionsintheacademicareasofscience,business,finearts,law,andmedicine;andhealthinstitutionsintheareasofheart,eyeandcancersurgery,treatmentandresearch,withprioritygiventoprogramsandprojectsthatbenefitchildren.EmphasisisalsogiventoRomanCatholicinstitutions.

Application InformationAninformationalbookletoutliningthefoundation’sgrantcriteriaisavailableuponrequest.Thefoundationisonlyabletoreviewasmallpercentageoftheproposalsitreceives.Rejectionofaproposalmaybeduetoanumberoffactorsandnoadverseinferenceastothequalityoftheproposalortheapplicantshouldbeconstruedfromsuchrejection.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• BriefHistoryoforganizationanddescriptionofitsmission• Copyofmostrecentannualreport/


amountoffundingrequestedInitial approach:Letterofinquirywithprecisedescriptionofrequest.Ifproposalcomplieswithstaffreview,anumberedApplicationforGrantformshallbeforwardedtotheapplicant.


http://www.terryleewellsfoundation.org


http://www.westaf.org


Copies of proposal: 1Board meeting dates:Feb.,June,andOct.Deadline: None

Final notification:Within15daysofmeetingatwhichapplicationisreviewed

Contact Information

WiegandCenter165WestLibertyStreet,Suite200Reno, NV 89501

Tel:(775)333-0310Fax:(775)333-3014

THE WILLIAMS FOUNDATIONThefoundationprimarilygivestoeducation,children,youth,andsocialservices.Fundingisalsoavailableforeducationalscholarships.


Scholarshipapplicationsformsareavailablefromthefoundation,andshouldbeaccompaniedbytranscripts,SATandACTtestscores,aletterofrecommendation,andaletterfromtheapplicantincludingabriefresume.Applicationformrequired.Applicantsshouldsubmitthefollowing:• CopyofIRSDeterminationLetter• Detaileddescriptionofprojectand


Deadline: None

Contact Information

5755SouthSandhillRoad,SuiteBLasVegas,NV89120

STEPHEN A. WYNN AND ELAINE P. WYNN FOUNDATIONThefoundationtypicallygivestothefieldofclinicalhumanservices.



amountoffundingrequested.• Additionalmaterials/documentationInitial approach: Letter

Deadline: None


Contact Information

3131LasVegasBoulevardSouthLasVegas,NV89109Tel:(702)592-0058


INDEX

A

AgricultureKampe Family Foundation 30Lied Foundation Trust 34

AnimalsCharles H. Stout Foundation 58Eleanor Kagi Foundation 29Helen Close Charitable Foundation 12Nevada Bighorns Foundation 41Robert M. Lee Foundation 33The Marvin Foundation 36The Thelma B. & Thomas P. Hart Foundation 24Tortie Foundation 58William H. and Mattie W. Harris Foundation 24

ArchitectureSkidmore, Owings & Merrill Foundation 55

Arts and CultureThe G.A. Binney Conservation Foundation Trust 9Bretzlaff Foundation 10Carver Family Foundation 11The Cord Foundation 13Dermody Properties Foundation 15Frank and Victoria Fertitta Foundation, Ltd. 18William H. and Mattie W. Harris Foundation 24IBM International Foundation 27Just So Foundation 29Kare Foundation 30Kennedy Foundation 30Koch Foundation, Inc. 31The Landmark Foundation 32Lee Foundation 33Lied Foundation Trust 34Robert M. MacNamara Foundation 35The Marvin Foundation 36Charles N. Mathewson Foundation 36Leonard H. McIntosh Foundation 37MetLIfe Foundation 38Nevada Energy Foundation 42Nevada Humanities, Inc. 43The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation, Inc. 46Wayne L. Prim Foundation 49The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation 53Frances C. & William P. Smallwood Foundation 55John Ben Snow Memorial Trust 55Charles H. Stout Foundation 58UBS Foundation U.S.A 59U.S. Bancorp Foundation, Inc. 60Western States Arts Federation 63

C


CancerThe Boyd Foundation 9Leonard H. McIntosh Foundation 37Parkinson Family Charitable Foundation 47Stillwater Foundation, Inc. 57UBS Foundation U.S.A 59

Charities/NonprofitsCommunity Foundation of Western Nevada 12Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation 16Kroger Co. Contributions Program 31MGM Mirage Voice Foundation 39Nevada Community Foundation, Inc. 42Parasol Tahoe Community Foundation, Inc. 46Terry Lee Wells Foundation 62

Children and Youth ServicesThe Bretzlaff Foundation, Inc. 10The Brewer Foundation 10The Cord Foundation 13Ekstrom Family Foundation, Inc. 17Frank and Victoria Fertitta Foundation, Ltd 18John Shaw Field Foundation 19The Thelma B. & Thomas P. Hart Foundation 24The Humana Foundation, Inc. 26The Max James Family Foundation 28Marybeth M. Lamb Foundation, Inc. 31Minnie B. Leonette Family Foundation 34Lied Foundation Trust 34Majestic Realty Foundation 35Charles N. Mathewson Foundation 36Leonard H. McIntosh Foundation 37The E.W. McKenzie Foundation 37NV Energy Foundation 42Reno Rodeo Foundation 51Sands Foundation 52Shelter Insurance Foundation 53Frances C. & William P. Smallwood Foundation 55U.S. Bancorp Foundation, Inc. 60Terry Lee Wells Foundation 62The Williams Foundation 64

Children’s Camps and ClubsRobert R. Banks Foundation 7The Max James Family Foundation 28Leonard H. McIntosh Foundation 37Stillwater Foundation, Inc. 57

Christian ChurchesCarver Family Foundation 11The Melvin D. Close Charitable Foundation 12The Michael Connell Charitable Foundation 13Anthony W DeSio & Delores J DeSio Foundation 16DiRienzo Foundation, Inc. 16Frank and Victoria Fertitta Foundation, Ltd. 18R. Stephen and Dorothy M Heinrichs Foundation 25The Marvin Foundation 36Leonard H. McIntosh Foundation 37Parkinson Family Charitable Foundation 47Thomas A. Plein Foundation, Ltd. 48


Schulman Family Foundation 53Stillwater Foundation, Inc. 57

Community and Neighborhood DevelopmentThe Allstate Foundation 5Andress Family Foundation 7Caesars Foundation 11The Draney Family Foundation 16Ekstrom Family Foundation, Inc. 17Georgia-Pacific Foundation, Inc. 21William H. and Mattie W. Harris Foundation 24The Thelma B. & Thomas P. Hart Foundation 24Koch Foundation, Inc. 31MetLife Foundation 38Nevada Women’s Fund 44William N. Pennington Foundation 47Reno Rodeo Foundation 51Sands Foundation 52John Ben Snow Memorial Trust 55UBS Foundation U.S.A 59U.S. Bancorp Foundation, Inc. 60

D

DiversityThe Allstate Foundation 5IBM International Foundation 27Sands Foundation 52

Domestic ViolenceThe Allstate Foundation 5Verizon Foundation 61

E

Economically DisadvantagedMetLife Foundation 38Mount Wheeler C.A.R.E. Program 40

EducationThe Allstate Foundation 5American Honda Foundation 6Andress Family Foundation 7The Nazir and Mary Ansari Foundation 7The G.A. Binney Conservation Foundation Trust 9Albert & Elaine Borchard Foundation, Inc. 9The Boyd Foundation 9The Bretzlaff Foundation, Inc. 10Carver Family Foundation 11The Melvin D. Close Charitable Foundation 12The Michael Connell Charitable Foundation 13The Cord Foundation 13Howard Cross Foundation, Inc. 14Amanda & Stacy Darling Memorial Foundation 14Joan and Laurence Davis Family Foundation 15Dermody Properties Foundation 15Georgia-Pacific Foundation, Inc. 21


The Elias & Jody Ghanem Charitable Foundation 22William H. and Mattie W. Harris Foundation 24The Thelma B. & Thomas P. Hart Foundation 24IBM International Foundation 27Roxie and Azad Joseph Foundation 28Just So Foundation 29Kampe Family Foundation 30Koch Foundation, Inc. 31Marybeth M. Lamb Foundation, Inc. 31The Landmark Foundation 32Lee Foundation 33Lied Foundation Trust 34Majestic Realty Foundation 35The Marnell Foundation 36The Marvin Foundation 36Leonard H. McIntosh Foundation 37The E.W. McKenzie Foundation 37The Melvin D. Close Charitable Foundation 12MetLIfe Foundation 38Mutual of America Foundation 40National Endowment for Financial Education 41The North Star Foundation, Inc. 45NV Energy Foundation 42William N. Pennington Foundation 47The PepsiCo Foundation Inc. 48Thomas A. Plein Foundation, Ltd. 48Wayne L. Prim Foundation 49Punta Mita Foundation 50Shelter Insurance Foundation 53The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation 53Siemens Foundation 53Frances C. & William P. Smallwood Foundation 55John Ben Snow Memorial Trust 55Charles H. Stout Foundation 58Toshiba America Foundation 58UBS Foundation U.S.A 59U.S. Bancorp Foundation, Inc. 60Verizon Foundation 61E.L. Wiegand Foundation 63The Williams Foundation 64

Elderly ServicesCaesars Foundation 11Dermody Properties Foundation 15The Humana Foundation, Inc. 26Minnie B. Leonette Family Foundation 34MetLIfe Foundation 38Special Assistance Fund for Energy 57

EmergencyFirst Responder Institute 20

EmploymentThe Allstate Foundation 5BNY Mellon Foundation, Inc. 10IBM International Foundation 27Shelter Insurance Foundation 53U.S. Bancorp Foundation, Inc. 60


Entrepreneurship/BusinessGeorgia-Pacific Foundation, Inc. 21Lee Foundation 33

EnvironmentBen and Jerry’s Foundation, Inc. 8The G.A. Binney Conservation Foundation Trust 9The Bretzlaff Foundation, Inc. 10Caesars Foundation 11Georgia-Pacific Foundation, Inc. 21IBM International Foundation 27The Landmark Foundation 32Robert M. Lee Foundation 33The Marnell Foundation 36NV Energy Foundation 42The PepsiCo Foundation Inc. 48

F

Faith-Based ServicesThe Elias & Jody Ghanem Charitable Foundation 22Just So Foundation 29Koch Foundation, Inc. 31

Family ServicesMajestic Realty Foundation 35Parkinson Family Charitable Foundation 47Special Assistance Fund for Energy 57

H

Health and Medical CareDayna Lynn Ahern Foundation 5The Boyd Foundation 9The Bretzlaff Foundation, Inc. 10The Brewer Foundation 10Howard Cross Foundation, Inc. 14The Sandra A. Daugherty Foundation 14Frank and Victoria Fertitta

Foundation, Ltd. 18First Hand Foundation 19The Foundation for Social Equity 21The Elias & Jody Ghanem Charitable Foundation 22The Thelma B. & Thomas P. Hart Foundation 24IBM International Foundation 27Roxie and Azad Joseph Foundation 28Kampe Family Foundation 30Koch Foundation, Inc. 31Majestic Realty Foundation 35MetLIfe Foundation 38Miracle Flights for Kids 39Mutual of America Foundation 40The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation, Inc. 46William N. Pennington Foundation 47The PepsiCo Foundation Inc. 48Thomas A. Plein Foundation, Ltd. 48Sands Foundation 52


Schulman Family Foundation 53Frances C. & William P. Smallwood Foundation 55Stillwater Foundation, Inc. 57Charles H. Stout Foundation 58Verizon Foundation 61Terry Lee Wells Foundation 62WellPoint Foundation, Inc. 61E.L. Wiegand Foundation 63

HousingMetLIfe Foundation 38UBS Foundation U.S.A 59U.S. Bancorp Foundation, Inc. 60

Human ServicesThe Nazir and Mary Ansari Foundation 7Albert & Elaine Borchard Foundation, Inc. 9The Boyd Foundation 9The Brewer Foundation 10Howard Cross Foundation, Inc. 14Amanda & Stacy Darling Memorial Foundation 14The Fenton Foundation, Inc. 18Glickman Family Foundation 23The Thelma B. & Thomas P. Hart Foundation 24IBM International Foundation 27The Max James Family Foundation 28Just So Foundation 29Koch Foundation, Inc. 31The Landmark Foundation 32Latham Foundation 32The Marvin Foundation 36The E.W. McKenzie Foundation 37The MENTOR Network Charitable Foundation, Inc. 37MetLIfe Foundation 38Mutual of America Foundation 40NV Energy Foundation 42Thomas A. Plein Foundation, Ltd. 48Wayne L. Prim Foundation 49Punta Mita Foundation 50The Shirley Family Charitable Foundation 53Special Assistance Fund for Energy 57Charles H. Stout Foundation 58The Trainor Foundation 59UBS Foundation U.S.A 59U.S. Bancorp Foundation, Inc. 60Stephen A. Wynn and Elaine P. Wynn Foundation 64

J

Jewish OrganizationsThe Fenton Foundation, Inc. 18Glickman Family Foundation 23Mintz Family Foundation for Creative Jewish Education 39


L

Leadership DevelopmentThe Landmark Foundation 32The Landmark Foundation 32

Legal ServicesRobert R. Banks Foundation 7Ben and Jerry’s Foundation, Inc. 8The Boyd Foundation 9John Shaw Field Foundation 19The Marvin Foundation 36

N

Native AmericansFirst Nations Development Institute 20

P

People with DisabilitiesNell J. Redfield Foundation 50Shelter Insurance Foundation 53John Ben Snow Memorial Trust 55

Pharmaceuticals for UnderprivilegedGeneNtech Access To Care Foundation 21Johnson & Johnson Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. 28Lilly Cares Foundation, Inc. 34

R

RecreationAccess Fund 5The G.A. Binney Conservation Foundation Trust 9

ResearchThe Ellison Medical Foundation 18The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation 23Hirshberg Foundation 25IBM International Foundation 27The Jurassic Foundation Inc. 29Charles N. Mathewson Foundation 36The North Star Foundation, Inc. 45OneSight Research Foundation 45William N. Pennington Foundation 47Punta Mita Foundation 50Research Corporation for Scientific Advancement 51Russell Sage Foundation 51S.R.C. Education Alliance 56Stillwater Foundation, Inc. 57


S

Safety PromotionThe Allstate Foundation 5Helen Close Charitable Foundation 12

Scholarships/FellowshipsOtto A. Huth Scholarship Fund 27Jessica Elizabeth Luttrell Scholarship Foundation 35The Poetry Foundation 49Warren & Ethyln Reed-Carson

Valley Lions Scholarship Foundation 50The Skadden Fellowship Foundation, Inc. 54State Farm Companies Foundation 57United Student Aid Funds, Inc. 60

Social ServicesThe Cord Foundation 13The Cord Foundation 13Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation 24Marybeth M. Lamb Foundation, Inc. 31Marybeth M. Lamb Foundation, Inc. 31Charles N. Mathewson Foundation 36Frances C. & William P. Smallwood Foundation 55The Williams Foundation 64

V

VolunteerismNevada Volunteers 44State Farm Companies Foundation 57

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