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Funding Amount

$250 - $2,500

Deadline

September 15, 2026

161 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Individual Grants

Overview: The Altrusa International Foundation's Individual Grants Program provides direct support to individuals seeking to improve their quality of life through continued education in literacy or vocational/technical training.

Funding Purpose:

  • Support for literacy education

  • Vocational/technical training

  • Graduate school assistance for international students from developing countries

  • Tuition assistance

  • Essential materials and supplies

  • Training programs that lead to sustainable careers

    • Award Details:

  • Typically range from $250 to $2,500

  • May only be received once per individual

  • Ensures Foundation resources are available to support as many deserving students as possible

  • Awards based on: quality of submissions, number of applicants, and available funding

    • Eligibility:

  • Must be sponsored by an Altrusa Club, ASTRA Club, or District

  • Individuals seeking to improve quality of life through education

  • Students from developing countries eligible for graduate school assistance

  • Applicants must have previously submitted required follow-up reports to be eligible

  • Flow-through funding not allowed; additional Altrusa involvement required

    • Geographic Scope: International and local (United States)

    Contact:

  • Email: foundation@altrusa.org

  • Phone: 1-312-427-4410

  • Address: 1400 E Touhy Ave, Suite 410, Des Plaines, IL 60018

    • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Download latest application and guidelines
    - Carefully review the grant guidelines before completing your application

    2. Prepare the following documents:
    - Completed Individual Grant Application form (Word or PDF)
    - Detailed budget form and narrative
    - Signed cover page (per guidelines)
    - Any overdue follow-up reports (must be submitted with or prior to the application)

    3. Submit via Email Only:
    - Email completed application to foundation@altrusa.org
    - You will receive a confirmation of receipt within 24 hours
    - Do not mail physical applications
    - Applications must be submitted by your sponsoring Altrusa Club, ASTRA Club, or District

    4. After Award:
    - Submit required follow-up reports
    - Request approval for any changes to budget or timeline

      Need Assistance?

    • Contact foundation@altrusa.org
    • Phone: 1-312-427-4410
    • Applications available in Microsoft Word format upon request
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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    literacyworkforce-developmenteducation

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