OMYF Major Grants

The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) aims to empower at-risk children in Central Florida through funding programs that focus on arts, education, health, and homelessness. Over its 35-year history, OMYF has distributed over $30 million to local nonprofits and hosts community fundraising events. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)3 status, serve youth or families in specific counties, and demonstrate strong measurable outcomes. Ineligible requests include capital campaigns and public schools.

Over the last 35 years, more than $30 million has been distributed to local nonprofit community organizations through OMYF.

Eligibility

CriteriaHave 501(c)3 federal tax-exempt statusDemonstrate one full year of program services and outcomesMust serve youths or families with children in the Central Florida areaDemonstrate a strong financial position Must have financial auditServe in Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole and/or Volusia countiesHave strong measurable outcomesFocus in one of our pillars: ArtsEducation Health & WellnessHomelessnessCan we write for both the Summer and Winter Cycles?Yes, if you were not awarded in either cycle.Our newest audit isn't complete, can we use last year's?We accept audits that have been completed within the last two years of your application.Can organizations operating under a national EIN apply for their specific market?Yes, organizations that are part of a larger entity with a national EIN can apply for their specific market. We consider only the regional budget relevant to the application.Do we need to fill out an LOI every grant cycle?Yes, even if you are a returning grantee, you must fill out a Letter of Intent (LOI) each time you reapply. This requirement exists because programming can change for various organizations, and the LOI helps us stay updated on these changes.

Ineligibility

Ineligible Grant RequestsCapital campaigns, endowments or other reserve fundsPublic schoolsGovernment agenciesFirst year programsNon-programmatic requestsPrograms that specifically teach any form of theologyIf we were funded in the Summer Grant Cycle, can we submit for the Winter Grant Cycle?No, you cannot be funded in overlapping cycles, therefore, you must wait until the next Summer Cycle.Can we provide reviewed financials or a compilation of financials?No, they MUST be an audit of the financials.Is it recommended to limit the funding request to no more than 50% of the Program or Organizational budget?Yes, we do not support programs in their entirety for sustainability purposes, so please do not request more than 50% of your program budget.