Florida Medical Clinic Foundation of Caring Grant

The Florida Medical Clinic Foundation of Caring Grant supports nonprofits in Hillsborough and Pasco counties, focusing on projects that benefit individuals and families in need. Grants are available for creative initiatives that align with the Foundation's mission and demonstrate measurable impact. Eligible applicants must be IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) charities and meet specific criteria. The Foundation aims to foster collaborations that drive positive change in the community, ensuring resources are used effectively and responsibly.

Florida Medical Clinic Foundation Grants
Our Board of Directors accepts grant applications on an annual basis. We research each proposal, vet each applicant, and determine where we can have the greatest impact. Although annual grants are made, our support should not be viewed as a continuing source of funds.

Eligibility

The Florida Medical Clinic Foundation of Caring happily partners with nonprofits in Hillsborough and Pasco counties to ensure our neighbors have the opportunity to live healthy, productive lives.Grant Criteria:All applicants must be an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) charity and registered with the Department of Agriculture to solicit funds in Florida.
The applicant must not have received a grant award from Florida Medical Clinic Foundation of Caring (FMCFOC) within a year of their submission or for more than 3 consecutive years.
An agency exhibiting strong management skills and sound leadership qualities that has been conducting substantial business activity for at least 2 years.
Programs must serve individuals in Florida Medical Clinic’s geographic or service areas of Hillsborough and Pasco Counties.
A project that aligns with FMCFOC’s mission, vision and values.
A project that addresses a specific, identified and prioritized need in the community.
A creative project that has a positive impact on individuals in-need and at-risk in the community.
A project which leverages dollars and/or people power.
A project that identifies measurable objectives.
A project in which FMCFOC’s grant plays an important role.
A project that positively impacts FMCFOC’s networking exposure.
A project that requires funding of at least $1,000 and no more than a year commitment.

Ineligibility

Purposes generally unsuitable for Foundation Funding:Start-up costs for new organizations, i.e. seed money.
A capital campaign which raises money to acquire or improve a physical asset.
Sponsorship or tickets for fundraising events or advertising space in programs or other publications, unless received in recognition of awarded grants.
Legislative lobbying or political campaigns, action committees, causes, or candidates.
Experimental medical research, medical trials or medications.
Projects that exclusively serve religious or sectarian purposes or ideologies and do not benefit in-need or at-risk individuals in the community.
Loans, assistance or scholarships to individuals.
Individual schools, except special needs schools.
Recreation, athletic, or sports team programs, or leagues unless geared to those with special needs.
Agencies that provide benefits to FMCFOC officers or employees in exchange for grant funding.
General salaries or operating expenses unless they are program specific and directly benefit the individuals served.
Non-service or non-therapy related animal organizations.