GRANT APPLICATION PROCESS

The Bridges Foundation meets twice annually, usually around April/May and September/October. Trustees review requests submitted to the Foundation at this time.

The Bridges Foundation enjoys a “hands-on” involvement with programs and projects funded. The Trustees and Executive Director are interested in your program. We enjoy learning about your activities through newsletters or other forms of communication, and are interested in visiting your facility after projects have been implemented. Because of this, The Bridges Foundation tends to fund activities within the geographic area of Oregon, southern Washington and northern California.

In addition, The Bridges Foundation takes particular interest in assisting newly developing non-profit organizations and providing support during this initial stage of development.

To apply, please include the following with your written request:

a) Project proposed (brief, one page is necessary)
b) Total amount needed for the project and the amount requested from The Bridges Foundation
c) Copy of 501(c)(3) , 509 (a)(1 ) or 509(a)(2) determination letter from IRS
d) Web page address, if available for your organization
e) Listing noting other support for your organization, including Board Members, other foundation support, business support, memberships, etc.

Please note:

• The Bridges Foundation does not provide funding for grant requests that benefit one or more individuals. The Bridges Foundation will assist with scholarships.

• The Bridges Foundation does not provide funding for religiously based activities.

• The Bridges Foundation does not provide funding for programs who receive public tax support.

Please review the Mission Statement of The Bridges Foundation to note the type of grants we typically fund. Our Mission Statement is on our web site: www.thebridgesfoundation.info

For further information, please email or call:
Kathy Bridges, Executive Director
KathyBridges@aol.com
503-743-2245