Information for Grant Seekers
This information details the Foundation's grants program. Please be aware that the Foundation receives many more worthy requests than it can support.
APPLICATION PROCESS
MACF's grant program currently operates through an online Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Qualified charitable organizations are required to submit proposals by the appropriate deadline. The Foundation supports qualified nonprofit organizations primarily in the city of Martinsville and the counties of Henry, Patrick and Franklin. Consideration may be given to organizations in other areas when specified by the donor. Organizations may submit one request per fund during each grant cycle. Proposals are initially screened for completeness and eligibility. Foundation staff will review proposals and conduct preliminary research, including site visits. Reports are prepared for the Board of Directors, who then determines final grant recommendations. All agencies that submit a proposal will be notified of an award or denial by letter. A general grant process timeline is provided below. Grantees are required to report on the funded project no later than one year from the date of the grant. Post-grant site visits and mid-year reporting may be required.
What We Look For
The Foundation looks for projects and programs where a moderate amount of grant money can produce significant results. Proposals must fall within the purpose of the fund to which you are applying. We look for innovative but practical approaches to solving community problems. Applicants should show a well-planned approach to address important community issues; a base of other support (financial, participatory and voluntary); efficient use of community resources; involvement of underserved constituencies; and coordination, cooperation and sharing among nonprofit organizations and elimination of project duplication. Organizations should demonstrate present and future sustainability and provide identifiable outcomes of the proposed project or program.
Funding Restrictions
Foundation grants are usually awarded for the accomplishment of a definite purpose within a specified time period - normally not more than one year. The Foundation's discretionary funds typically do not support the following:
- Individuals
- Deficit reduction
- Capital campaigns
- Endowments
- Fundraising events
- Sectarian, fraternal or religious programs (However, grants may be made to faith-based organizations for other purposes.)
Applying for a Grant
Applicants are required to submit proposals using our online, internet-based grant application process. Please note that MACF will no longer accept paper grant applications. If you have questions after reading our Online Application Directions and Frequently Asked Questions, please contact the Foundation at 276-656-6223.
- First, you must read the Online Application Directions.
- Second, print the Nonprofit Financial Analysis form and the Program Budget form that will need to be completed in Word and loaded as attachments to your online application.
- Please click on one of the following to be directed to the appropriate grant cycle page.
How to Access an In-progress/Saved online grant application:
When you create your account you will receive an automatic email with your tracking number and a link to the log-in page of your online application form. You may use that link to log-in or click here to access your saved application.
General Grants Process Timeline
| Cycle | Applications Made Available | Proposals Due | Grant Decisions Made | Notification Date |
| Spring | February | March | April | April |
| Women In Philanthropy Grant Opportunity | June | July | September | October |
| Fall | August | September | October | November |
