The Kazickas Family Foundation (KFF) is a private philanthropic entity dedicated to supporting initiatives with long-term social impact, particularly those connected to Lithuanian communities both in Lithuania and the United States. Founded with a mission to promote meaningful change, KFF directs its resources toward areas that reflect the values and interests of the Kazickas family. These include social inclusion, youth empowerment and education, diaspora engagement, and crisis response. The foundation also contributes to fields such as art and culture, human rights, medicine, and other community-oriented efforts.
KFF offers both general operating support and project-specific funding. Funding is awarded through an open application process designed to be transparent and inclusive. Applications are reviewed in quarterly cycles: those received by December 31 are reviewed in January; by March 31, reviewed in April; and by June 30, reviewed in July. Organizations may only apply if they are legally registered as 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Funding is not available for individuals, and organizations that previously received grants must submit an End of the Grant Report before applying for new funding.
Submissions are evaluated on alignment with KFF's priority areas and potential for long-term impact. Following initial reviews, selected applicants may be invited to provide additional information. The foundation emphasizes a respectful, constructive review process—applicants not selected for funding are welcome to reapply and may request feedback on their previous proposals to strengthen future applications.
The application process is streamlined through a Google Form available on the KFF website. There are no pre-application stages such as LOIs or concept papers required for this program. Instead, all proposals are treated as part of a single open competition. This simplicity helps reduce barriers for smaller organizations and encourages broad participation from diverse nonprofit sectors aligned with KFF's mission.
KFF maintains offices in both the United States and Lithuania. U.S.-based applicants can direct correspondence to their New York address, while Lithuanian entities may contact the Vilnius office. While no specific contact email or phone number is stated, communication is implied to occur through the application portal and follow-up review process. The foundation does not disclose exact notification dates or award amounts in advance.
The program operates on a recurring basis, with application deadlines cycling every quarter. Given the predictable calendar and emphasis on long-term engagement, applicants can anticipate ongoing opportunities to apply or reapply throughout the year. This structure supports the foundation’s goal of fostering sustained partnerships and community impact.
Request feedback if declined to improve future proposals.
