Fundraiser Support Program Grant

Fundraiser Support Program Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Missouri Foundation for Health
Amount: Up to US $1,500
Last Updated: September 06, 2025

Summary

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.

Overview

The Foundation Our Mission To eliminate underlying causes of health inequities, transform systems, and enable individuals and communities to thrive. About the Foundation Missouri Foundation for Health is building a future for all through collaboration, convening, knowledge sharing, and strategic investment. Working in partnership with communities and nonprofits, MFH is transforming systems to promote fairness within all aspects of health and addressing the social and economic factors that shape health outcomes. The Foundation takes a multifaceted approach to health issues, understanding that strategic initiatives, policy, communications, and research all play a role in creating lasting impact. An independent philanthropic foundation, MFH was created in the year 2000, following Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri’s conversion from nonprofit to for-profit status. It is the largest organization of its kind in the state and among the largest in the country. Fundraiser Support Program Supporting local organizations working to achieve health equity across the state by contributing to their fundraising events. We recognize the diverse efforts that combine to promote healthier lives for Missourians 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: Target support to small nonprofits throughout the statePromote health equity across the stateInitiate new relationships with organizations across our service areaStrengthen the broader network of nonprofits working to achieve health equity By participating in these fundraising events, we aim to amplify the efforts of these organizations and help them achieve their goals, ultimately strengthening the fabric of our state-wide health equity work.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. 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.