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, Health, Culture, and Social Services.
Examples of eligible services and equipment include:
- Preference is given to undergraduate education at medium-sized 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.
- The Hearst Foundations assist leading regional hospitals, medical centers, and specialized medical institutions, providing access to healthcare for high-need populations
- For cultural institutions that offer innovative programs in the arts and sciences, the majority of which enable access for young people.
- 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. The Foundations' interests include family support services, domestic violence and child abuse prevention, after-school programs, youth development, literacy, housing and homelessness, job training, economic development, and programs for older adults.
Award amounts vary by project scope and size. The minimum award amount is $100,000
DEADLINE: Applications for funding from the Hearst Foundation are accepted on a rolling basis.
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.
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