1. How do I apply for a grant from Staples Foundation for Learning? The Foundation accepts online applications only. You can refer to the Application Procedure for complete information on how to apply, or click here to begin the online application process.
2. How long does it take to get a response to my grant request? The Board of Directors for the Staples Foundation for Learning meets three times each year to review grant proposals. Proposals must be submitted through the online application process by the deadline indicated next to each board meeting date. Any proposal not submitted by the appropriate deadline will be held until the next meeting.
The proposal deadlines for the meeting dates currently scheduled are:
• September 2008 — Proposals must be submitted between June 2 and June 16 by 11:59 pm ET
• January 2009 — Proposals must be submitted between October 10 and October 24 by 11:59 pm ET
Please note that this date is subject to change.
You will receive email notification about the status of your proposal approximately one week after the Board meeting.
3. Can I fax or mail grant proposals? No, proposals can only be submitted through the online grant application process.
4. How do I know my grant proposal was received? All grant proposals will receive an email confirmation shortly after submission.
5. Can I call to check on the status of my grant request? Due to the high volume of requests we receive, we ask that you do not call to find out the status of your request.
6. What is a 501(c)(3) certificate? Notification from the IRS that your organization has been granted non-profit tax-exempt classification under the Internal Revenue Code.
7. Will organizations that do not have a 501(c)(3) certificate be considered for a grant? No, Staples Foundation for Learning will only give grants to 501(c)(3) organizations.
8. Is there a dollar range or maximum limit on the amount of the grant that will be awarded through the foundation? The requested amount of each grant can be up to $25,000. Most grants awarded by the Foundation are in the $5,000-$25,000 range.
9. Can my organization apply for more than one grant in a year? Organizations are eligible to apply for a grant once per twelve months.
