How to Apply

Letter of Inquiry

Our application process begins with a short email to the foundation demonstrating how your organization’s program closely aligns with one of our four philanthropic pillars.  We will invite you to apply for a grant if your organization is a registered 501c3 in the United States, we believe there is synergy with our mission and if the current year’s budget can support the request.

If invited to submit a full proposal, applicants will receive instructions to access the online application and will have 60 days to complete their request. Once submitted, a full proposal may take up to six months to review before a funding decision is returned. Applications are generally considered in date order of receipt.

SUBMIT LETTER OF INQUIRY

Our Two-Stage Process

Once invited to move forward with the process you will receive a link to the LOI.  If upon review of the LOI there is sufficient alignment with our mission and goals for a particular year, you will receive a link for the full application.

We accept and review inquiries for grants on an ongoing basis. There is no deadline. Other portions of our portfolio are developed through a time-limited, request for proposal process.

Our Review

During our review, Foundation staff will reach out to request additional information and arrange follow-up conversations as needed. Review of your full proposal may include a site visit with a foundation representative, as we believe that this is an important way for us to better understand your work.

Grant Terms and Reporting Requirements

If your request is approved, our “Acceptance of Grant” document will outline the terms of your grant and any reporting requirements. Additional information and instructions for submitting grant reports can be found on our “Reporting Guidelines” page.

Reports are due at the end of your grant period and provide a means to share progress, learnings, and feedback with the Foundation. Through your reports, we hope to develop a greater understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing your organization (and perhaps the larger nonprofit community), as well as continually adapt our practices to be more responsive to the needs of those we support.

Grantees must submit their final reports and be at the end of their grant period in order to apply for consideration of a new request.

The AJA Foundation values transparency and responsiveness in our grant application process. Our review process is rigorous, and we strive to be accessible and helpful at every stage. If you have questions that are not answered on our website, you are always welcome to call the Foundation at 702-952-1613 for additional information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I’m invited to move forward with the application process after sending an email?

If invited to move forward with the application process you will receive a link to the LOI.  Upon review of the LOI, if there is sufficient alignment with our mission and goals for a particular year, you will receive a link for the full application.

How do I apply to the Foundation for funding?

Our application process begins with a short email to the foundation demonstrating how your organization’s program closely aligns with one of our four philanthropic pillars.  We will invite you to apply for a grant if your organization is a registered 501c3 in the United States, we believe there is synergy with our mission and if the current year’s budget can support the request.

If invited to submit a full proposal, applicants will receive instructions to access the online application and will have 60 days to complete their request. Once submitted, a full proposal may take up to six months to review before a funding decision is returned. Applications are generally considered in date order of receipt.

When can I apply for a grant?

The Foundation accepts applications on a rolling basis (daily, no deadlines), and applicants can expect a response within approximately six weeks after submission. Due to funding constraints, we are able to consider only one request per organization annually. If your request is declined, your organization will be eligible to apply again 12 months after the date of your declination.

Who is the Foundation currently funding?

Please view the Funding History of our website to see current and past grants.

When should I call a staff member?

If you are new to applying to us for a grant, please send an email to us here.  If we reply with an invitation to apply for a grant, you will have access to a team member who can assist you with the process.

What is the average size of a grant?

Our grants vary depending on program. View our past grantees

Who serves on the Foundation board?

The board is comprised of three independent trustees.  View Our Trustees.

What if I still have questions about the Foundation?

Please email us with questions you might have about the Foundation.

Contact

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Address:
AJA Foundation

3605 S. Town Center Dr.
Suite A
Las Vegas, NV 89135

Phone: 702-952-1613
Fax: 702-240-6186

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