grant review process

After a complete (all submitted materials are current and complete according to the directions) grant application is received, the Foundation Grant Programs staff and Grant Committee review it. As a result of the initial review, a request for additional information from your organization may be required. Site visits may occur after a grant application is determined to be complete. A site visit by the Foundation staff or Grant Committee does not guarantee funding approval. Applicants should expect 90-180 days for grant application review and determination of any funding. If a grant application clearly does not meet the criteria of the Foundation, the applicant will be notified immediately.

Responsibility of Grant Recipients

If the grant application is approved for funding, a Grant Agreement outlining the terms and conditions of the grant will be sent, which must be signed by an authorized management official of the organization and returned to the Foundation. The recipient of any grant from the Foundation must use the funds awarded for the specific purpose of the original intent. The Foundation requires detailed accounting of all funds awarded as part of the Outcome Evaluation Report that must be submitted one year from receipt of the grant. Funds not used in the manner specified in the Letter of Agreement must be returned to the Foundation or be approved for reallocation by the Foundation. Any requests for a revision in use of funds must be submitted in writing to the Foundation and in turn receive written approval.

Grant Outcome Evaluation

The Foundation requires that organizations submit a completed Grant Outcome Evaluation Report for any grants previously awarded by the Foundation before new grant applications will be accepted for review. Grant Outcome Evaluation Reports are due within one year of the grant's award date.

Other

As a matter of fairness to all applicants and as a courtesy to the Monterey Peninsula Foundation, any and all questions regarding the Foundation, inquiries about possible grants and proposals should be directed to the Foundation's Director of Grant Programs. It is not necessary or advantageous for your Board or staff members to meet personally with Foundation staff, Board or Grant Committee members before applying for a grant.