The Ensign-Bickford Foundation Grant
This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for community-focused initiatives in areas such as education, healthcare, environmental preservation, scientific innovation, and the arts.
The EBI Foundation, established in 1952 and funded by EBI and its subsidiaries, supports community-based initiatives in education, healthcare, environmental preservation, scientific innovation, and the arts. The foundation emphasizes corporate social responsibility by providing grants to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and community-focused initiatives. It also matches employee contributions to educational and cultural organizations. Grants vary in size, with awards ranging from small contributions of $100 to larger grants exceeding $50,000. Funding recipients include schools, universities, medical institutions, STEM programs, arts organizations, and community development projects. Notable beneficiaries include the American Cancer Society, National Society of Black Engineers, Connecticut Science Center, and multiple higher education institutions. Eligibility is focused on nonprofits, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and other community-focused organizations. While the application process is not explicitly outlined, the foundation has a history of recurring grants. Potential applicants should verify submission details and funding cycles directly with the foundation. For more information about the grant opportunity and to access the application form, please visit: https://e-bfoundation.com/organization-grant-request/
Award Range
$100 - $50,000
Total Program Funding
Not specified
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Grants vary widely in amount, with some organizations receiving as little as $100 and others over $50,000. The foundation prioritizes nonprofit, educational, scientific, and community-based organizations. Matching gifts available for employee donations up to $2,000 annually, with special matches up to $5,000 for board member employees.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
- Organizations must be designated as 501(c)(3) by the IRS - Priority areas include education and environment - Eligible organizations include: - Accredited educational institutions - Programs for underprivileged students - Programs promoting continuing education - Organizations concerned with ecological systems and disaster relief - Public service organizations in geographical areas where the foundation operates - Local hospitals and health care groups - Organizations improving living conditions for marginalized communities - Parks and recreation centers - Agencies supporting the free enterprise system and citizen awareness of history - Organizations supporting music, art, theater, and dance - Ineligible organizations include: - Individuals or religious organizations benefiting only one religious group - Political organizations or those primarily political in nature - Organizations violating equal opportunity or environmental regulations - Special requests may receive favorable consideration despite limitations to eligibility criteria - Matching gifts are offered for donations made by directors, officers, employees, and retirees to eligible organizations.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
Not specified
Application Closes
Not specified
Grantor
The Ensign-Bickford Foundation
Phone
(860) 843-2088Subscribe to view contact details