The Miranda Lux Foundation is a private foundation that supports pre-school through junior college programs in the fields of pre-vocational and vocational education. The foundation also funds innovative academic enrichment, technology training, and performing and visual arts programs to help participants develop core job skills. Grant awards are limited to nonprofit organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area that serve young people ages 18 and under. The foundation does not accept funding requests from individuals or provide support for annual drives, fundraising events, operating deficits, or endowments.
To apply for a grant, prospective applicants should contact the Executive Director to determine if their proposed program aligns with the foundation's interests. There is no standard application form; instead, applicants should submit a complete proposal including a cover letter, description of the organization and program, specific request details, personnel information, organizational information, financial information, addenda (such as IRS exemption letter), and any other supporting materials. The Miranda Lux Foundation accepts and reviews grant proposals on an ongoing basis with no formal deadline.
About the Miranda Lux Foundation:
The Miranda Lux Foundation was established in 1955 as a private foundation continuing the trust established by Miranda W. Lux. Mrs. Lux was passionate about providing facilities for the education of young children in manual training and practical knowledge useful for earning a living. Today, the foundation supports innovative pre-vocational and vocational education proposals that prepare young people for the workforce. Grant awards are given to organizations and programs serving young people under 18 in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Please note that eligibility requirements may apply; interested applicants should contact the Executive Director for further details on eligibility criteria before applying for a grant from the Miranda Lux Foundation.
