MJ LaFoley Foundation Grant

Purpose: To provide an opportunity for deserving students to meet their special needs or achieve educational or amateur athletic goals through special programs.

Geographic Scope: New England residents

Focus Areas:

• Athletic programs
• Educational programs
• Artistic programs
• After-school coaching or tutoring
• Special drama programs or instruction
• Special outdoor challenge programs
• Special academic institutes or camps
• Specific athletic camps

Eligibility:

• Age: 10 to 17 years old
• Resident of New England
• Has encountered an unusual personal difficulty such as:
  • Learning disability
  • Personal or family problems
  • Physical needs
• Has successfully demonstrated determination to overcome challenges
• Exhibits unusual talent in chosen area of interest
• Exemplifies MJ's qualities as a humanitarian with enthusiasm, kindness, and dedication

Ineligibility:

• Trustees, employees, or family members of the Foundation or related entities are not eligible

Non-Discrimination: The Foundation makes grants on an objective and non-discriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, sex, or national or ethnic origin.

Selection Process: Foundation Trustees and Advisory Committee meet on a case-by-case basis to determine selection and number of grants awarded. All requests are acknowledged and reviewed. Decisions are made on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Application Process

1. Download Application: Access the application form from the website (available at mjfoundation.org)
2. Complete Formal Application: Submit a formal application detailing the special program or opportunity
3. Review and Decision: The Foundation Trustees and Advisory Committee review applications on a rolling basis
4. Notification: All applicants are acknowledged; decisions are communicated throughout the year

Required Information:

• Applicant age, residency confirmation (New England)
• Description of personal challenges or difficulties encountered
• Documentation of determination and efforts to overcome challenges
• Evidence of talent and expertise in chosen area
• Program or opportunity details and associated costs
• How the grant would further educational, athletic, or artistic goals

Note: Specific narrative questions and detailed material requirements should be confirmed in the downloadable application form.