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 Joanna Foundation has three funding cycles per year. Upcoming deadlines are posted on this page.

Proposals should be postmarked on or before the deadline date. Eligible proposals will be considered at the next scheduled grant review meeting. Applicants will be notified within six to eight weeks of the posted deadline date.