How much funding does Louis Padovano Grants provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Louis Padovano Grants?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around December.

How often is Louis Padovano Grants offered?

Louis Padovano Grants runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected December 4, 2026.

Louis Padovano Grants

Q: Who is eligible for Louis Padovano Grants?

Geography: Based in the New York City metropolitan area who offer outstanding arts and science programs, free-of-charge, to middle. Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

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Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~December

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: December 4, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: December

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Geography

Based in the New York City metropolitan area who offer outstanding arts and science programs, free-of-charge, to middle

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Overview

The Lotos Foundation awards organizational grants to not-for-profit organizations based in the New York City metropolitan area who offer outstanding arts and science programs, free-of-charge, to middle-school and high school students from across the City's diverse populations and neighborhoods.

Purpose: This grant provides opportunities for gifted students in New York City to develop their creative talents in the arts and sciences.

Geographic Scope: New York City metropolitan area

Focus Areas: Organizations must nurture talented students in one of these fields:

Dance
Film
Music
Theater
Visual arts (painting, photography, sculpture, mixed-media, video)
Writing (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, playwriting, journalism, criticism)
Life and physical sciences

Eligibility Requirements

Organization Requirements:

Must be a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
Must offer an arts or science program free of charge to talented students from across New York City's diverse populations and neighborhoods
Must not have received prior funding from The Lotos Foundation for the last three years in a row (a two-year hiatus is required if three consecutive years of funding has been received)

Program Requirements:

Must identify and nurture talented students in one of the specified fields listed above
Note: Louis Padovano Grants are NOT intended for programs which make use of the arts to provide therapeutic assistance

Contact Information

Email: foundation@lotosclub.org
Website: lotosfoundation.org

How to Apply

Application Procedure

Application Timeline:
- Submissions begin: September 4, 2026
- Deadline: December 4, 2026
- All submissions must be received by the deadline
Complete Application Form:
- Complete all sections of the application form (available on their website)
- Submit the form electronically
Submit Required Documents:
- Email the following documents directly to the Foundation at: foundation@lotosclub.org
- Important: Please note the name of your organization in the subject line
Required Documents to Email:
- Program Budget (including other sources of funding)
- Organization Budget
- List of the Board of Directors (showing professional affiliations)
- Most recent audited financial statement for the organization
- First page of your IRS Form 990