The Joanna Foundation makes grants only to organizations qualifying as tax-exempt under the Internal Revenue Code and not classified as private foundations.

The Foundation does not make loans or provide grants, scholarships, or fellowships to individuals. Grant funds may not be used for lobbying or political purposes. Proposals that demonstrate the support of other grantmakers are encouraged. The Foundation discourages recurring-type grants.

The Foundation will consider requests for:

• Seed money
• Special projects
• Matching funds
• General operations
• Capital campaigns

In general, the Foundation does not make grants for:

• Debt reduction
• Research projects
• Recurring expenses
• Direct support to individuals
• Conferences, symposia, or   publications
• Tickets, tables, or advertising
   for fundraising events

Calendar | Deadlines

The trustees review proposals three times a year.

Proposal receipt deadlines are as follows:

• January 15
• May 15
• October 15

Eligible requests postmarked by the respective deadline dates will be considered at the next meeting. Applicants will be notified within six to eight weeks of the deadline date.