SUMMARY: The Hearst Foundations support well-established non-profit organizations that address important issues within the foundation's major areas of interest, which are:
- Education - Preference is given to undergraduate education at medium size private, liberal arts colleges and universities. In addition, a limited number of grants may also be awarded to support K-12 programs and graduate level study.
- Health - The Hearst Foundations assist leading regional hospitals, medical centers and specialized medical institutions providing access to healthcare for high-need populations. In response to the shortage of healthcare professionals necessary to meet the country’s evolving healthcare demands, the Foundations also fund programs designed to enhance skills and increase the number of practitioners and educators across roles in healthcare. The Foundations also support public health, medical research and the development of young investigators to help create a broad and enduring impact on the nation’s health.
- Culture - For cultural institutions that offer innovative programs in the arts and sciences, the majority of which enable access for young people. The Foundations' focus includes education initiatives for students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The Foundations also support programs that nurture artistic development.
- Social Service - For comprehensive direct-service organizations that foster effective solutions to social and economic problems. Priority is given to efforts that enable children, youth and families to lead productive and independent lives. Within these areas, the Foundations generally provide endowment, program, and capital grant support.
DEADLINE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and can be submitted at any time.
ELIGIBILITY: Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations that address significant issues within their major areas of interest including culture, education, health and social service; and that primarily serve large demographic and/or geographic constituencies.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit the Hearst Foundation website at https://www.hearstfdn.org/faq/