Traditional Grant Program

The William G. and Marie Selby Foundation is pleased to announce the Traditional Grant Program. Donor Name: William G. and Marie Selby Foundation State: Florida County: Charlotte County (FL), DeSoto County (FL), Manatee County (FL), Sarasota County (FL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Grant Opens: 12/01/2024 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information The minimum amount that can be requested is $10,000. If your organization does not have an audit, the maximum amount requested cannot exceed $40,000. The average grant awarded is $50,000. Eligibility Criteria Applicants are restricted to 501(c) 3 non-profit entities (or equivalent) that are located within Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte or DeSoto counties. On rare occasions, exceptions are made for groups outside of these counties who can demonstrate that a majority of their clients (>50%) come from within 4-county service area Ineligible applicants include: Individuals Chambers of Commerce Public or Private K-12 Schools (including charter schools and booster organizations) Churches and their ministries Fire or police departments (including volunteer organizations) Restrictions Grants are restricted to capital expenditures that support an organization’s success in making gains in our community. These items include: Building or renovation related expenses Technology Vehicle Software (new or significantly updated) Equipment Websites Though they recognize the importance of these investments, the Selby Foundation does not fund: Operating/program expenses Projects that have already been completed Expenses already incurred Endowments Deficit financing/debt reduction Conferences, seminars or workshops Travel Surveys, advertising, or marketing materials Research For more information, visit WGMSF.