Grant Guidelines

Grant requests must follow the guidelines listed below:

 

• The Kahlert Foundation makes grants in the areas of health care, youth programs, education, veteran organizations, and human services.

• Grants are for organizations serving the following areas:

  • Mid-Atlantic region

    • Maryland (primary focus)

    • Northern VA

    • Southern PA

    • Washington DC

  • Utah

• Organizations must submit their 501(c)(3) document under the Internal Revenue Code.

• Organizations must have a minimum “C” rating with Charity Watch but we have a strong preference for an “A” or “B” rating. The minimum rating for Charity Navigator is 3 stars. The Kahlert Foundation is committed to supporting organizations that spend a high percentage of their funds on programs and service, not administration and fund raising.

• Grant requests must be for programs that improve the quality of life for the community and individuals with measurable results.

• Grants may be awarded for capital campaigns, special projects or programs, staffing, and general operations.

• Grant requests must show a need for the request, its impact, and effectiveness.

• Organizations need to demonstrate good leadership, financial stability, and a minimum history of 2 years of existence.

• Grants may be for one year or multi-year.

• While the foundation may make grants for several years to an organization there are no guarantees of funding in perpetuity.