GRANT APPLICATION
PROCESS AND GUIDELINES
An informal discussion with the executive director or a letter of inquiry outlining a basic proposal
is the initial step in the Grant Application Process. A scheduled appointment will be forthcoming.
After meeting with the foundation representative and with expressed interest on both sides, a full
grant proposal will be prepared.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
Grants are only awarded to local organizations for programs and projects benefiting the residents of Whatcom County.
Programs or projects for which funds are requested must be in response to a documented community need, not solely an organizational need.
St. Luke’s Foundation requests appropriate credit on all grants. This includes any printed material and publicity in addition to physical items.
All projects must submit a final grant report, including a financial statement for the period in which grant monies were spent and a brief narrative section describing the outcome of the program or project.
Educational activities or projects which have been completed or are underway are not eligible for funding.
No funds will be authorized for fees payable to fund raising counsel.
The foundation receives many more grant requests in one year than it has funds to disburse. If a request is denied, it should not necessarily be inferred that the Foundation is making a negative judgement relative to the merits of the applicant organization.