Sundt Foundation Grant Program

The Sundt Foundation Grant program, initiated in 1999, reflects the philanthropic commitment of Sundt Construction's employee-owners, who contribute directly to the Foundation. These contributions are matched dollar-for-dollar by the company, enabling the Foundation to distribute more than $3 million annually in quarterly grants. The Foundation's approach ensures that funding remains closely aligned with the values and priorities of Sundt’s workforce, who serve on regional selection committees to make funding decisions in the areas where they live and work. The grant program focuses on addressing a broad range of social issues, with particular emphasis on youth development, hunger and nutrition, military and veterans support, and essential social services. Grants are available exclusively to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with a physical presence in one of the Foundation’s six regional giving areas: Southwest, West, South, Southeast, Intermountain, and Pacific Northwest. However, specific city-based geographic restrictions apply. For example, in the Pacific Northwest, only Portland and Vancouver are eligible; similarly, funding is limited to select cities in North Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Florida, and Northern California. Applications are accepted on a quarterly basis, with deadlines falling on March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15 each year. The Q2 2026 cycle corresponds to the June 15, 2026, deadline. Organizations must submit their applications through the Foundation’s portal and include detailed information such as the IRS ruling year, tax exemption letter, operating budget, most recent 990 filing (2023 or later), and a list of current board members. To qualify, applicants must have an annual operating budget of at least $100,000 and administrative expenses not exceeding 30% of the total budget, as evidenced by IRS Form 990 data. The Sundt Foundation typically awards grants averaging $5,000, with funding requests required to fall between $2,500 and $25,000. Although the grants are unrestricted, applicants may specify programs they intend to support. Evaluation is carried out by regional committees made up of Sundt employee-owners, who review each application with an eye toward community impact and alignment with the Foundation’s focus areas. Applicants are required to provide detailed narratives describing the organization’s mission, goals for the upcoming year, and expected community benefits from the proposed funding. While previous grantees may reapply, at least one year must have passed since their last award. Verification documents, including recent 990 filings and address validation materials, are also mandatory, especially if the applying address differs from the IRS-listed one. For questions or further clarification, applicants may contact the Foundation team via email at [email protected]. Additional guidance is available through published application instructions and FAQs on the Foundation’s website. This quarterly funding program offers recurring opportunities for nonprofits in eligible geographic regions to receive meaningful financial support for initiatives that improve the quality of life in their local communities.

Clearly identify your project’s impact in the local Sundt community; select the priority area most closely aligned.