Additional Sources of Revenue

7 pie pieces divided into MN Public Programs, Government Grants, Private Grants and Philanthropy, Community and Organizational Contributors, Individual Contributors, Fundraisers, and Other Sources with Privite Grants and Philanthropy hightlighted Most community-based service agencies rely on grants from a variety of sources.  These grants are provided when the applicant and the grant maker have mutual goals, and upon acceptance of a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP).

Each funding organization has its own priorities and grant award process. Do your homework. Before submitting an application, check the organization’s web site to make sure it covers your service and geographic area.   Every organization’s grant application process is different.  

The following are three types of private grant making organizations.

Private Foundations

Corporate Foundations and Giving Programs

Community and Public Foundations

 

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