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New York City Staff Grantmaking Initiative is a grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation that funds local nonprofits advancing the Foundation's mission in science and technology. Small teams of Sloan Foundation employees lead the grantmaking process each year, moving from strategic development through landscape research to proposal development.
This initiative gives staff in non-grantmaking roles hands-on experience with philanthropy while directing resources to mission-aligned organizations. Eligible applicants are New York City-based nonprofits serving populations on issues related to science or technology. Awards of up to $25,000 are available.
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Staff Grantmaking Initiative The Staff Grantmaking Initiative provides small teams of employees inside the Sloan Foundation with the opportunity to make grants of up to $25,000 to local nonprofits that advance the Foundation's mission and values. Each year, staff teams move from strategic development to landscape research and prospect identification to proposal development.
The initiative allows staff in non-grantmaking roles to get hands-on experience with the work of grantmaking and in the process build a deeper connection to and understanding of the work of the Foundation. To be eligible, nonprofit organizations need not have a focus on science or technology, but must be seeking support for activities that resonate with the Foundation's mission and that target populations in NYC.
Grants in this initiative are limited to 12 months and no more than $25,000. This program does not accept unsolicited proposals or letters of inquiry.
For questions, please sent an email inquiry to [email protected] Staff Grantmaking Initiative /programs/new-york-city-program/staff-grantmaking-initiative The Staff Grantmaking Initiative provides small teams of employees inside the Sloan Foundation with the opportunity to make grants of up to $25,000 to local nonprofits that advance the Foundation's mission and values.
Each year, staff teams move from strategic development to landscape research and prospect identification to proposal development. The initiative allows staff in non-grantmaking roles to get hands-on experience with the work of grantmaking and in th…
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: New York City-based non-profits serving populations inside the city on issues related to science or technology. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $25,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. 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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