Dennis Schuman Charitable Foundation Grant Program
Deadline: 1-May-22
Applications are now open for the Dennis Schuman Charitable Foundation Grant Program.
Wells Fargo is committed to building an inclusive, sustainable recovery for all through a focus on opening pathways to economic advancement, championing safe, affordable homes, empowering small businesses to thrive, and enabling a just, low-carbon economy.
Through the businesses and the Wells Fargo Foundation, they align the resources and expertise to make a positive impact in communities, address complex societal issues, and help build a more inclusive, sustainable future for all.
Priorities
They provide grants to nonprofit organizations working to strengthen the resiliency of the communities and the planet with a focus on supporting nonprofits that strategically align with the funding priorities:
Financial health, housing affordability, small business growth, and sustainability and environmental justice.
They prioritize funding to activities and programs that have a broad reach and impact several geographical areas, communities, and/or groups.
They also focus on supporting the needs of underserved communities and advancing racial equity.
Program areas
Arts, culture, and humanities
Education
Health
Human Services
Public/society benefit
Religion
Eligibility Criteria
Have tax exempt status under IRS code 501(c)(3), or be a qualified governmental agency, tribal entity or public school or school system
Be located in one or more of the counties we serve
Demonstrate fiscal and administrative stability
Deliver services addressing critical community needs that align with the strategic focus areas.
Ineligible Criteria
Individuals
Organizations that discriminate, including but not limited to, on the basis of race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, country of origin, citizenship, veteran, or disability status
Religious organizations, unless they are engaged in programs that are non-sectarian, benefit a broad base of the community, and have a separate 501(c)(3) designation
Political action committees, candidates, causes, and lobbying
Labor, alumni, or fraternal groups
Recreation, athletic, or sports teams, programs, or leagues
For-profit entities, including start-up small businesses
Grants specifically for travel, including student trips or tours.
For more information, visit https://www.wellsfargo.com/private-foundations/schuman-charitable-foundation