| Are there any application deadlines? | There are no deadlines for submission; grant requests are accepted on an ongoing basis. In fairness to other organizations, each organization may submit only one request per year for consideration. |
| When/How often does the board meet? | The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund board meets three times per year. |
| What is the average grant amount awarded by the Fund? | Award amounts depend on many factors, including the size and scope of the project, the organization’s budget and capacity, other sources of support for the project, and for capital requests, the commitment of the organization’s board to the project. Please consider your organization’s budget, the project’s budget, and other funding resources when requesting a grant. All requests for support must specify the amount of funding requested from the Fund. The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund rarely provides support for 100% of a project’s budget. |
| Does the Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund support general operating needs? | The Fund provides annual operating support to a specific list of organizations. New applications for annual support are not accepted. |
| Can I reapply for funding if a request was denied previously? | Organizations may reapply for funding, but we recommend that you consider the reasons that the original request was denied before submitting a new inquiry. |
| Can I apply for funding while my organization has an active grant? | Organizations are eligible for one grant (not including annual grants) per year from the Fund and therefore should not apply for funding while they have an active grant with the Fund. |
| Can I re-apply for funding for the same project? | Yes, the Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund will consider requests for renewed support for a project after the current grant period has been completed. Please see the Reapplying for Support section for more information. |
| What geographic areas do you fund? | The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund generally places highest priority on projects affecting San Francisco as well as the Bay Area. |
| How long does it take for a decision on my grant request? | If you are invited to submit a full proposal, your request will generally be considered at the Fund’s next available board meeting. Organizations are notified of the Board’s decision following the board meeting. |
| What is the Lisa and Douglas E. Goldman Philanthropic Fund? | The Lisa and Douglas E. Goldman Philanthropic Fund is another source of charitable donations whose grants are directed by recommendations from the Board of the Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund. As of January 2009, grants are no longer made from this fund. |
