GUIDELINES

Most of the Foundation’s resources will be dedicated to offering general operating support to our long-term grantees. In addition, we hope to be able to make a small number of program grants each year to applicants new to the Foundation. These program grants will be single-year grants of up to $20,000 to support programs helping children of color succeed in school.

The Fordham Street Foundation’s grant application process is designed to allow both prospective applicant organizations and the Foundation staff to use their time and resources wisely and efficiently in the granting process. Please review the Evaluation Criteria to determine your project’s viability for funding. The Foundation seeks to leverage existing resources wherever possible. Potential grantees should identify opportunities for leverage and partnerships. These opportunities could include multiple funding sources or structured interaction among service providers. 

Applicants may email a brief summary of their program to info@fordhamstreet.org prior to completing a full application to receive guidance on whether the program would likely be a good fit for a Fordham Street Foundation Grant.

Geographic Guidelines

Fordham Street Foundation gives preference to programs located in the states of Washington and New York.  If your program is not located in one of those states, please contact info@fordhamstreet.org prior to submitting an application.