An invitation to apply is required prior to submitting an application. Letters of inquiry must precede grant proposals. Completed applications are due on March 31st and September 30th. How to Apply: How to Apply: Prospective and returning applicants will begin the process by completing an online eligibility survey below. If an organization is found to be eligible, the DeMiranda Foundation will send a link to a letter of inquiry submission form. This form asks for information about the organization, as well as the aims and specific needs of the specific grant request. If upon review of the letter of inquiry, the Foundation finds the grant request aligns with our mission and funding priorities, we will send an application with invitation to apply. If you have any additional questions regarding the Foundation's letter of inquiry or grant application process you are welcome to contact Laura Ellis, Vice President at Laura@demirandafoundation.org.

The Foundation considers proposals two times a year. The Board of Directors meets in April and October each year to review applications for grants.

The Foundation accepts applications for grants from qualified tax-exempt charitable 501(c)3 organizations. Applicants submit an online Letter of Inquiry form outlining their request.

The Foundation directs its philanthropy to organizations worldwide.

The Foundation does not fund requests to individuals, fundraising events, dinners or to religious organizations when their principal activity is for the benefit of their own members. The Foundation does not advocate or promote any particular theories or doctrines in the area in which it may be interested. Scholarship support is only provided to nonprofit organizations. The Foundation also does not make grants to reduce previously incurred debt obligations or operating deficits. Grants are not made to organizations soliciting funds in support of projects or programs operated by other than the applicant.

The Foundation rarely makes multi-years grants and only to those that are of compelling need as determined by the Board of Directors.

The Foundation is principally interested in providing improved or expanded services through programs already in operation. The Foundation will make grants for capital expenditures, such as equipment purchases, construction and renovation on a case by case basis. The Foundation will also consider general operating expenses on a case by case basis.

The Foundation believes that contact with applicant agencies is important. For local applicants, and where possible, site visits are conducted. The Grants Manager reviewing your proposal will arrange site visits accordingly.

You can find the funded charities on our Who we fund page.

A new letter of inquiry or Grant Proposal is eligible for consideration 12 months from the date of the declination.

If you have questions regarding the Foundation’s letter of inquiry or grant application process you are welcome to contact the office at info@demirandafoundation.org.