Traditional Grants

Traditional Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: William G. and Marie Selby Foundation
Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000
Last Updated: March 16, 2026

Summary

Overview

Note: Before applying for a grant, applicants are required to contact the Grants Manager to schedule the required pre-grant meeting to discuss their planned requests. Meetings requested less than 2 weeks before the grant cycle ends may not be available. The Selby Mission By investing in people through academic scholarships and supporting capital projects of local organizations, we look beyond what is and enable change for what can be. Traditional Grants The William G. and Marie Selby Foundation awards “traditional grants” twice each year. Organizations with budgets greater than $300,000 that primarily serve Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties have the opportunity to apply. The Selby Foundation invests in capital support that will help nonprofits achieve more for those they serve.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants are restricted to 501(c) 3 non-profit entities (or equivalent) that are located within Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte or DeSoto counties. On rare occasions, exceptions are made for groups outside of these counties who can demonstrate that a majority of their clients (>50%) come from within our 4-county service area. Grants are restricted to capital expenditures that support an organization’s success in making gains in our community. These items include:Building or renovation related expensesTechnologyVehiclesEquipmentWebsites

Ineligibility

IndividualsPublic or Private K-12 Schools (including charter schools and booster organizations)Churches, synagogues, mosques, temples and/or any other religious institutionFire or police departments (including volunteer organizations) Though we recognize the importance of these investments, the Selby Foundation does not fund:Operating/program expensesProjects that have already been completed Expenses already incurredEndowmentsDeficit financing/debt reductionConferences, seminars or workshopsTravelSurveys, advertising, or marketing materialsResearch