How to Apply

Step 1: Letter of Inquiry
Grant applicants must possess 501(c)(3) status as a tax exempt not-for-profit organization. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry which briefly outlines the project/program for which funding is sought. Organizations should explain how program goals relate to Foundation goals and objectives. Letters of inquiry are accepted and reviewed throughout the year.

NOTE: THE PROCESS FOR ORGANIZATIONAL GRANT APPLICATIONS IS DIFFERENT

FROM THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS.

Click here to see information on Scholarship guidelines and applications.

Letters should not exceed two pages, and should include:

  • The legal name used by the applicant exactly as recorded by the Internal Revenue Service;
  • IRS tax identification number;
  • A concise statement of the purpose of the request, its significance and strengths, and the results           sought;
  • An estimated project budget (if project funds are being applied for) and the current annual budget for the organization;
  • Organizational and professional capacity and expertise;
  • A timeline for the implementation of the project and for intended results.
Letters of Inquiry should be mailed to:
New York State Tribute Foundation, Inc.
426 New Karner Road
Albany , New York 12205
Step 2: Full Proposal
Following receipt and review of the initial letter of inquiry, selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal for detailed review by the Foundation Board of Directors.

Click here to access guidelines and funding application requirements ONLY IF YOU HAVE BEEN INVITED TO SUBMIT A FULL PROPOSAL BY THE TRIBUTE FOUNDATION.

Step 3: Review and Decision Making
Completed applications are reviewed by the Foundation staff and Board of Directors.  As part of the review process, Foundation staff may call to inquire about the application or to clarify information submitted in the application. The Board of Directors is responsible for final funding decisions.