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Strategic Grant Application Process | M. J. Murdock Charitable Trust The Trust guides nonprofit organizations through every level of their development through grants and other resources.
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Three-Period Grant Submission Cycle Note: All deadlines are 5 PM Pacific Time Zone Last Submission LOI Submission Period Oct 15–Dec 26, 2025 LOI Decision for Eligible Organizations and Projects By Jan 31, 2026 Full Application Submission Period for Approved LOIs Feb 1–Mar 20, 2026 Receive Grant Decision Sept 2026 grants meeting Learn if your organization might be eligible for a grant.
Review the Eligibility Guidelines for Grantseekers to confirm that your organization meets geographical and tax status requirements and that your project fits within the Trust’s funding priorities and limitations. Review our current LOI and application submission periods at the top of this page to determine the right time to submit.
Explore our Grants Awarded database and Grantee Stories to see if we have funded similar projects in the past. Look through our Nonprofit Resources to learn about grant writing tips, nonprofit development, and more. Direct any remaining questions to info@murdocktrust.
org or 360-694-8415 Eligibility Guidelines for Grantseekers Application Process Roadmap If your organization and project seem to be a good fit for Trust funding, move on to the next step. Log in to our portal and start the inquiry process. Register for a Murdock Trust Grants Portal user login via Submittable.
Log in to your grants portal. If you are within an LOI submission period, the first step is to complete a brief eligibility quiz to confirm that your organization and project are potentially eligible for a strategic project grant. If you meet eligibility criteria, a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) will be made available to you in the grants portal.
Complete the LOI to further help the Trust determine whether your organization and project are eligible and aligned with current funding priorities. LOIs received during the LOI submission periods will receive formal decisions by the end of the 3-month window. Organizations that do not meet eligibility guidelines will receive declination notices as soon as possible.
If your LOI is approved, you will be invited to submit a full application. Complete your application and wait to hear back. If your LOI is approved, you will receive an invitation to begin the application process in our grants portal.
Note our application submission windows above. Fill out all fields in our application. Upload required documents.
Review and double-check figures. When complete, click the Submit Form button. Grant Application Resources Staff will review your documents and request additional information needed via email.
Once the document reviewer confirms your application is complete, a program officer will be assigned to your application. Your program officer will schedule a site visit to discuss project details, leadership, the board, plans for executing and sustaining the project, criteria for success, and more. Your program officer will complete a thorough analysis and prepare a detailed report for peer review and Trustee decision.
The Trust will notify you as soon as a decision has been made. Hear back typically within 4-6 months Trustees review all requests and make decisions. While merit is evident in nearly every application, we are not able to award every request that we receive.
Your program officer will contact you about the Trustees’ decision regarding your application. If a grant is awarded, you will receive an email requesting that you complete a form with your signer and financial contact information. Once complete, your signer will receive the grant agreement.
Denied applications will not be carried over for future consideration and, under normal circumstances, are not permitted for resubmission. Declined applicants may submit a new LOI for a different project one year after decision date. We recommend exploring our Nonprofit Resources to help you with your next application.
Returning grantees may submit a new LOI three years after their last award date. Grant Administration Overview 655 W. Columbia Way, Suite 700 Reserve free meeting space › © 2012–2026 M.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities in the Pacific Northwest (including Washington) Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates More than $50,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.