Foundations that fund civil rights in Arizona
These 25 foundations made grants to civil rights in Arizona in the most recent IRS filing I have for each. None of them ticked the box for giving only to preselected organizations, and each filing gives application instructions or a website. That doesn't prove a foundation takes applications, and some on this list may not. The text below is copied from the filings, most of them for tax year 2024, so check a foundation's website or call before you apply.
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The Christensen Fund
- $250,000 to International Indian Treaty Council, Tucson: General support
- $250,000 to International Indian Treaty Council, Tucson: Support to engage with the united nations environment programme (unep)
- $10,000 to International Indian Treaty Council, Tucson: Support for project access training
How to apply: Prospective grantees are invited to submit full proposals electronically (pre-grant inquiry). The information to be included, not limited to: identity, contact information, tax status, registration and governing documents, financial statements, key officers and major funders,...
Deadlines: See below
Restrictions: No restrictions
Park Foundation Inc
- $150,000 to One Arizona, Phoenix: General operating support
- $100,000 to Arizona Center for Empowerment, Phoenix: General operating support
How to apply: Written request identifying organzation and purpose of funds
Deadlines: Quarterly deadlines - vary year to year date is first friday of every quarter
Tw Lewis Foundation
- $100,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: General purpose
- $30,000 to Center for the Rights of Abused Children, Phoenix: General purpose
How to apply: Application may be submitted in any form. Applications should include information the applicants deem appropriate for such grants, contributions, etc.
Restrictions: Awards are restricted to 501(c)(3) organizations that provide programs and activities which improve the quality of life for people in need, with a special focus on the needs and educaiton of children.
Arcus Foundation
- $100,000 to Trans Queer Pueblo - Semilla De Liberacion, Phoenix: General operating support
- $30,000 to Trans Queer Pueblo - Semilla De Liberacion, Phoenix: Support to improve staff mental health and a computer lab to create sustainable...
How to apply: Statement 24
Deadlines: Statement 24
Restrictions: Statement 24
Union Pacific Foundation
- $10,000 to 1n10 Inc, Phoenix: Youth development
- $5,000 to Survivor Shield, Tucson: 20 - health/ human services\ mental health
How to apply: Grant application available online during specific periods.
Deadlines: May 31, 2025 for 2025 applications.
Restrictions: The foundation administers the philanthropic program of union pacific corporation and union pacific railroad company. Grants are awarded to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations located in union pacific communities that best align with the...
The Challenge Foundation
- $250,000 to Center for Rights of Abused Children, Phoenix: Support ongoing efforts for foster children
How to apply: Review the grantmaking guidelines on the foundation's website
Deadlines: There are no fixed deadlines.
Restrictions: No restrictions.
Lattner Family Foundation Inc
- $150,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: support the charitable mission of the organization.
How to apply: Available upon request.
Deadlines: Available upon request.
Restrictions: Available upon request.
The Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation
- $100,000 to Center for the Rights of Abused Children, Phoenix: Human Services
How to apply: Limited to tax exempt 501-c-3 type organizations operating within the State of AZ for a minimum of 3 years. Should also include a copy of the IRS determination letter and most recent Form 990 tax return and financial statements.
The Henry Luce Foundation Inc
- $100,000 to Arizona Native Vote, Phoenix: General Operating Support
How to apply: All inquiries and proposals must be submitted through our on-line portal.
Restrictions: SEE Supplemental Information
Bader Family Foundation
- $90,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: General charitable contribution
How to apply: Applicants will be required to submit biographical information and supporting material, including information on their academic and professional plans and lists of publications, if any.
Deadlines: Rolling
Fthree Foundation
- $50,000 to Mi Familia Vota Education Fund, Phoenix: General support
How to apply: For guidelines and more information about this foundation, see www.thirdplateau.com
Deadlines: For guidelines and more information about this foundation, see www.thirdplateau.com
Restrictions: For guidelines and more information about this foundation, see www.thirdplateau.com
The Schmidt Family Foundation
- $50,000 to Arizona Native Vote, Phoenix: Strengthening civic engagement
How to apply: Online process, please see details at the websites: https://tsffoundation.org/ https://www.schmidtmarine.org/
Deadlines: Online process, please see details at: https://tsffoundation.org/. Https://www.schmidtmarine.org/
Restrictions: Online process, please see details at the websites: https://tsffoundation.org/ https://www.schmidtmarine.org/
The David and Elaine Lozier Foundation
- $50,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: Alliance defending freedom is committed to transforming law and culture so true freedom...
How to apply: Currently, organizations requesting funds send solicitation letters to the foundation which are reviewed. Letters of interest are researched and discussed with the board to determine if funds should be given. No formal application process has been set-up yet.
The Aletheia Foundation
- $25,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: General support
How to apply: Applications may be written or verbal and should state the amount requested and purpose for the funds requested.
Deadlines: None. Applications accepted all year.
Restrictions: Grants are made to other charitable non-profit organizations.
Carson-Myre Charitable Foundation
- $25,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: Preserve america's judeo-christian heritage
How to apply: See guidelines at www.carsonmyre.org
Deadlines: See guidelines
Restrictions: See guidelines
Mark H and Blanche M Harrington Foundation
- $20,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: General use
How to apply: Send letter identifying charitable purpose and proposed use of funds.
The Brookby Foundation
- $15,000 to One Arizona, Phoenix: General Support
How to apply: Grant requests are reviewed three (3) times each year. All grant requests shall be initiated with a letter of inquiry (loi) using the online grant portal. A review of the loi will determine if the request aligns with our grantmaking strategies. Loi should be submitted by the...
Deadlines: Spring (before 2/15); summer (before 5/15); winter (before 9/15)
Restrictions: May request funding once per calendar year
The Dalton Family Foundation
- $12,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: Donation for general operations
How to apply: Form available upon request.
Deadlines: No submission deadline exists.
Restrictions: No restrictions or limitations exist.
Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation
- $10,000 to 1n10 Inc, Phoenix: Youth Center
How to apply: Web application at www.umpquabank.com/community. Please provide a project description, financial information, tax status verification and contact information.
Deadlines: March 6th, june 12th, september 4th
Restrictions: LIMITED TO OR, WA, NV, ID, CA, AZ, CO, UT; Priority Focus Areas: Economically Vibrant Communities; Healthy Communities; Inclusive Communities; and Sustainable Communities.
Springview Foundation
- $10,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: Protect religious freedom
How to apply: Form available from diana sprik.
Restrictions: Registered 501(c)(3) organizations
The Shepherds Hand Inc
- $10,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: Legal
How to apply: The organization should send information, tax status, needs, area of ministry, website, and brochures to the shepherds hand inc.
Lothlorien Foundation
- $10,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: Operating cost of non-profit org
How to apply: Contact address for requirements
Patricia and Ronald Schardt Foundation
- $10,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: General Support
How to apply: A grant application should be submitted in writing and include all requested information. Organizations should submit two copies of the completed application. Following initial review by the foundation, more detailed information about your organization may be requested.
Deadlines: Grant requests must be received by february 15th for consideration in march and by august 15th for c
Restrictions: An organization may not submit more than one grant application in a calendar year.
Apricity Foundation
- $10,000 to The Alliance Defending Freedom Inc, Scottsdale: Charitable operations
How to apply: Online application form can be found at www.apricityfoundation.org. The application requires basic information of the organization, the purpose of the grant, and the requested amount.
Deadlines: No deadline
Restrictions: No limitation on amount requested and amount funded is left to the board discretion.
Leroy Thom Jean Thom and T-L Foundation
- $6,000 to Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale: christian legal advocay
How to apply: No particular form
Restrictions: Generally limited to NE religious, educational, assistance orgnizations and activities
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