Grants to Charities

Grants to Charities

Funder: Looking Out Foundation (Tennessee, US)

Program Type: Grants to tax-exempt public charities under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code

Geographic Scope

Not specified; appears to be US-based

Focus Areas

Program interests include, but are not limited to:
• LGBTQIA2S+ support
• Disadvantaged youth
• Public health
• Women
• The arts
• Food insecurity support
• Services for the unhoused

Award Information

Average Grant Amount: $5,000 - $25,000

What the Foundation Does NOT Fund

• Endowment programs
• Fundraising events
• Annual appeals of well-established organizations
• Scholarships
• Grants to individuals

Important Eligibility Notes

• Organizations must be tax-exempt public charities under Section 501(c)(3)
• Organizations who have previously received grants from Looking Out Foundation are strongly encouraged to diversify their funding base and develop alternative sources of support
• Applicants may not submit a proposal more than once in any twelve-month period
• The foundation receives far more requests each grant cycle than it can support
• Focus areas may change based on evolving community needs

Decision Timeline

Grant decisions are normally made twice per year:
• May decision: Apply by January 15th
• November decision: Apply by July 1st

Contact

Website: lookingoutfoundation.org