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Open Hearts Foundation Community Grant Program is a grant from the Open Hearts Foundation that funds nonprofits founded by individuals or small groups who have faced adversity and are turning that adversity into possibility by helping others. Awards range from $15,000 to $25,000 per nonprofit annually.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations directly serving communities in the United States with at least two years of fiscally healthy operations and successful program outcomes. Priority is given to nonprofits with annual budgets of $1 million or lower, though larger organizations launching new community initiatives may be considered.
The Foundation does not fund direct aid to individuals, government agencies, lobbying, faith-based programming, or capital campaigns. Applicants begin by completing eligibility questions and a Letter of Intent through the online grant platform.
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Grant Application Guide — Open Hearts Foundation The Open Hearts Foundation has a framework for its grantmaking program in alignment with the Open Hearts Philosophy that defines how the Foundation provides grants across the United States.
Utilizing leading practices in trust-based philanthropy, below are the guidelines for the Open Hearts Foundation grantmaking program: In alignment with the Open Hearts Philosophy , the Foundation seeks to fund nonprofits founded by an individual or small group of volunteers who have faced adversity and are turning that adversity into possibility, by helping others through their work Grant funds will range between $15,000 and $25,000 per nonprofit on an annual basis The Open Hearts Foundation only funds 501c3 nonprofit organizations directly serving communities in the United States of America Nonprofits which have demonstrated responsible use of funds and effective program outcomes with a minimum of two years of fiscally healthy operating programs and successful outcomes since its founding Nonprofits with an annual budget of $1 million or lower are our priority.
The Foundation will consider nonprofits with a larger budget who are beginning a new initiative that meets a new need within their communities The Foundation will NOT fund: Direct aid to individuals Governmental Agencies or Organizations Influencing legislation or elections Faith based programming, sectarian religious organizations, or churches Organizations that discriminate based on age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion Building plans, improvements or capital campaigns You can learn more about our previous grantmaking efforts and partners here: Grants Provided — Open Hearts Foundation Step 1: Complete Your Eligibility Questions and Letter of Intent (LOI) on our grant application platform at the link below.
To access the full application, you must first: Answer the eligibility questions Submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) Your organization’s mission statement and strategic goal A summary of your program, project or initiative , the community it serves , and the impact you expect How your nonprofit’s origin and purpose align with the Open Hearts Philosophy : who founded it and why Once submitted, our team will review both the LOI and eligibility responses to confirm you're eligible to proceed.
Step 2: Submit Your Grant Application If approved, the next phase includes: Answering questions about your funding request Uploading all required documents through the portal, including: Annual budgets for the past two fiscal years An itemized budget for your proposed program/service showing revenue (received and pending), expenses, and how requested funds will be used A complete application must include all required information and documentation to be considered.
For this cycle, you will be notified by September 20th at the latest regarding the outcome of your grant application. Please note that we will not be accepting phone calls to discuss the details of individual grant decisions. However, if you have any questions about the application process, feel free to contact us at info@openheartsfoundation.
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Letter of Intent required before full application
IRS Form 990 required
Two years of budgets required
Itemized budget for proposed program required
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofits with at least two years of fiscally healthy operations, annual budget of $1 million or less preferred, founded by individuals/groups who faced adversity, providing direct service to U.S. communities. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $15,000 to $25,000 per nonprofit annually 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.
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