Fundraiser Support Program Grant

The Fundraiser Support Program Grant by the Missouri Foundation for Health aims to support local nonprofits in achieving health equity by assisting with fundraising events. This initiative promotes community health by funding events like annual dinners, golf tournaments, and trivia nights. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) entities committed to improving health outcomes in Missouri. By providing financial assistance, the grant helps strengthen nonprofit networks and fosters collaborations to address health disparities in the state.

The Fundraiser Support Program is designed to assist organizations across Missouri with their fundraising events by providing financial assistance through table purchases, ticket contributions, and direct cash donations to support their efforts.
Through the Fundraiser Support Program, we:

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements:Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission aligns with our core values Provide a Form W-9 and flyer or screenshot of the event information when applying Applicants must be located within and/or primarily serving our service area Requests must be submitted through the online application form found on our website. Applications must be received a minimum of four weeks in advance of the date of the event, and no earlier than 120 days before the event date The event must be a fundraiser that will generate proceeds to benefit the organization Examples of event types that will be considered for funding include: Annual dinners and galas Golf tournaments Trivia nights Fun runs Luncheons Music festivals/concert series Other fundraising events to support the mission of the organization The funds are intended as a general contribution to the fundraiser event and are not designated for specific purchases or items.Tickets to the event are not a requirement for support

Ineligibility

Submissions via phone, email, or direct mail sponsorship packages will not be consideredExamples of events / requests that will not be considered for funding include: Trainings for staff Conference attendance and speakers Hospitals and hospital foundations Requests from city, state, or local governments and governmental entities Requests to support political groups and/or organizations (e.g., individuals running for office, political parties) Requests from elementary, middle school, or high school events Capital campaigns Requests to underwrite specific event expenses or budget line itemsAre online fundraising campaigns, day or week-long capital campaigns, or donor drives eligible for support?No, this program is intended to support a one-time event held at a specific physical location, date, and time.