Bank of America Client Foundation Grant

The Bank of America Client Foundation was established in 1961 by the Sarasota, Florida Bank and Trust Company, now known as Bank of America. It was created to support charitable activities in the Sarasota, Florida, and Delaware areas. The foundation is composed of funds from multiple donors, each with distinct charitable interests, and it has a long-standing history of supporting local nonprofit organizations with strong performance histories. The foundation focuses on funding initiatives in the areas of arts, historic preservation, education, and human services. This commitment reflects the diverse philanthropic goals of the original donors and supports a wide range of community-enriching programs. The foundation is especially interested in organizations with a demonstrated record of success within the eligible geographic regions. Funding is primarily directed toward projects that align with one or more of the foundation’s four priority areas. Eligibility is restricted to organizations operating within Sarasota County, Florida, and the state of Delaware. This geographic limitation ensures that the foundation’s funds remain focused on local community impact. Eligible applicants are expected to be nonprofits, as is customary for charitable foundation funding, though the documentation does not explicitly enumerate organization types. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Florida procedures document provided on the foundation's website to confirm alignment with funding priorities and eligibility requirements. Applications are reviewed twice per year, with deadlines on April 15 and September 15. Applicants are typically notified of acceptance or declination within four months following submission. This review timeline ensures transparency and provides adequate time for decision-making by the foundation. No pre-application, letter of intent, or preliminary proposal deadlines are indicated, suggesting a straightforward application process. The grant process is managed by the Florida office of Bank of America. Interested applicants can contact the foundation for more information or to discuss the application process by emailing fl.grantmaking@bofa.com. This contact point provides a direct line for inquiries and further clarification regarding procedures and funding priorities. While specific award amounts and program funding ceilings are not disclosed, the foundation’s longstanding presence and clearly defined funding interests indicate a stable and ongoing commitment to philanthropic investment in the designated areas. The recurrence of application deadlines every April and September suggests a biannual cycle, providing consistent opportunities for eligible organizations to seek funding support.