Grantmaking Seminars

Interested in Applying for a Grant?

The Dallas Foundation offers grantmaking seminars that give grantseekers the information and tools they need to successfully complete their proposals.

2012 Seminars:
Wednesday, February 15 OR
Wednesday, July 11

Laura Smith, our director of community philanthropy, will discuss The Dallas Foundation's grantmaking, including:

  • Decision-making process
  • Application tips
  • Proposal structure
  • Examples of Past Grants
  • Explanation of Funds
  • Proposal Samples
  • Timeline

The Dallas Foundation has two competitive grant cycles each year:

Field of Interest - Grants are awarded from 9 funds established by donors to benefit agencies serving a particular population, such as low-income or disabled children, or with a specific philanthropic interest, such as the arts. Applications are due in March each year.

Community Impact (Unrestricted) - Letters of Inquiry for grants from our Community Impact Fund are due in August each year. We will invite selected organizations to submit full proposals, due in early October. The Foundation will not consider unsolicited full proposals.

Seminars will be held at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library auditorium, 1515 Young St., Dallas.

To register, contact Gwen Campbell, our administrative assistant, at 214.741.9898, or by email at gjcampbell@dallasfoundation.org.

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