GRANT PROPOSAL OVERVIEW
Grant Criteria
Programs must:
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Demonstrate the ability to meet the mission of Mary’s Giving Fund by impacting significant numbers of children, up to age 19, in their community in the United States.
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Directly interact with or impact children and/or provide for critical expenses that are directly related to a program that supports the mission of Mary’s Giving Fund.
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Include specific, measurable goals that clearly state how success will be evaluated.
Grant Preferences
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While not required, programs of the following type will be given greater consideration:
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Programs that impact the under served.
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Renewable programs that may continue over multiple years.
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Stand-alone programs where Mary’s Giving Fund is the primary source of funding.
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Programs that meet a unique community need.
Grant Requirements
Programs need to:
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Identify a key contact who will be responsible for administration of the grant and communication with Mary’s Giving Fund.
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Provide a detailed budget, under $3,800 (effective with 9/15/25 proposals), that specifically outlines how the funds will be used for program-related activities. Funds may not be used for general overhead or staffing costs that are not directly related to the grant program.
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Acknowledge Mary’s Giving Fund as the program funder.
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Feature Mary’s Giving Fund name, website address, rose logo and/or QR code in program materials and communications such as: social media posts, website, newsletters, flyers, articles and ads in local press, bookplates, stickers on handouts, notes that accompany any gifts, display cards on seating or tables, etc.
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Complete a Post-Program Evaluation form within one month of program conclusion.