grant information

• Introduce your organization and the proposed project or program.
• State the amount of funding requested.
• Explain how the project aligns with the Dunn Family Foundation’s mission and funding priorities.
• Include contact information for the appropriate organizational representative.
• Be signed by the Executive Director, Board Chair, or other authorized official.

Provide a concise overview of the proposal, including:

• The project’s purpose and significance.
• The need being addressed.
• The proposed solution.
• How grant funds will be utilized.
• Why your organization is well-positioned to successfully complete the project.

Describe:

• The problem or opportunity being addressed.
• Why the issue is significant and timely.
• The population or community that will benefit.
• Supporting data, research, or other evidence demonstrating need.

Clearly define:

• Broad project goals.
• Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) objectives that demonstrate intended outcomes.

Explain:

• The activities and services that will be carried out.
• The project timeline and key milestones.
• The personnel, partners, or organizations responsible for implementation.

Describe how success will be measured, including:

• Performance indicators and data collection methods.
• Processes for monitoring progress.
• How results and outcomes will be evaluated and reported.

Include:

• A detailed line-item budget.
• Budget justifications explaining major expenses.
• Information demonstrating how the project or program will be sustained beyond the grant period, when applicable.

Provide information about:

• Your organization’s mission and history.
• Relevant accomplishments and experience.
• Leadership structure, including Board of Directors and key staff members.

Please include, as applicable:

• IRS determination letter confirming 501(c)(3) status.
• Recent financial statements or audited financial reports, if available.
• Letters of support from community partners or stakeholders.
• Resumes or biographies of key personnel involved in the project.

Larger grant applications and proposals must be completed and submitted according to the following schedule. 

• -March 1st – for an April decision 
• June 1st – for a July decision 
• Sept 1st – for an October decision 
• Dec 1st – for a January decision 

If these submission dates fall on a Saturday or Sunday, proposals will be accepted by 5 PM the following Monday. Feedback on decisions will be given no later than the end of the noted month.