How much funding does Fundraiser Support provide?

Fundraiser Support provides Up to $5,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Fundraiser Support?

The deadline is October 15, 2026.

Fundraiser Support

The John G and Marie Stella Kenedy

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Capacity Building Grants

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Funding Amount

Up to $5,000

Deadline

October 15, 2026

190 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Fundraiser Support Program

Purpose: Foundation provides support for fundraising events by eligible non-profit organizations.

Funding Limits

Standard Maximum: Up to $5,000 per event
Higher Amounts: Possible only with Board or Executive Committee approval
Frequency Limit: Foundation prefers only one fundraiser request every 12 months from an organization

Eligibility

Same as general grants program
Must be 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
Must pass Eligibility Quiz

Requirements

Event budget (required)
List of sponsorship levels (required)
All required electronic attachments

Submission Method

Preferred: Online request form through website
Alternative: If unable to upload attachments, may submit PDF form by mail (for organizations with upload limitations)

Contact Information

Foundation Phone: (361) 887-6565
Mailing Address: 555 N. Carancahua, Suite 1700, Tower II, Corpus Christi, TX 78478
Email: kme@kenedy.org

How to Apply

Fundraiser Request Process

#### Submission Requirements

Online Only Preferred: Fundraiser requests submitted online only; no letters or other correspondence accepted

Rationale: Ensures accurate record-keeping and confirms receipt

#### Step-by-Step Process

1. Pass Eligibility Quiz
- Take the Eligibility Quiz at kenedy.org
- Passing grants immediate access to online Fundraiser Request Form
- Do NOT proceed if you don't meet established criteria

2. Complete Online Fundraiser Request Form
- Five-part application including:
- Organization Information
- Primary Contact Information
- Fundraiser Event Details
- Day to Day Contact Information
- Electronic Attachments

3. Provide Required Documents
- Event budget (required)
- List of sponsorship levels (required)
- All relevant supporting documents
- All attachments must be uploaded; request incomplete without them

4. Alternative Submission (If Upload Not Possible)
- Complete PDF fundraiser request form provided by Foundation
- Attach all required documents
- Mail to: The John G. & Marie Stella Kenedy Memorial Foundation, 555 N. Carancahua, Suite 1700, Tower II, Corpus Christi, TX 78478

#### Online Application Features

Email confirmation of receipt

Save and resume capability with username/password

Real-time validation of required fields

#### Review Timeline

Applications reviewed at annual Board meeting in May

Applications submitted by October 15th considered in May meeting

Decision notification via email confirmation

#### Key Policies

Only one fundraiser request per organization per 12 months preferred

Maximum $5,000 per event unless Board/Executive Committee approves higher amount

All requirements must be met for request to be considered complete