We prioritize funding that focuses on creating a sustainable impact. If your organization is a registered 501c3 in the United States and your mission aligns with our values and areas of focus, we encourage you to take the next step and reach out.
How to Apply
Do you Qualify?
Water
If your mission is focused on sustainable, community-driven water initiatives, particularly in rural Africa, you align perfectly with this grant pillar.
Education
If you're helping students from disadvantaged backgrounds overcome financial or academic barriers, your program could be a fit for our education grants.
Healthcare
If your organization is delivering essential healthcare to underserved populations, especially in developing countries, we encourage you to apply for support in this area.
Letter of Inquiry
Our application process begins with a short message to the foundation demonstrating how your organization’s program closely aligns with one of our philanthropic pillars. We will invite you to apply for a grant if we believe there is synergy with our mission and if the current year’s budget can support the request.
If invited to submit a full proposal, applicants will receive instructions to access the online application and will have 60 days to complete their request. Once submitted, a full proposal may take up to six months to review before a funding decision is returned. Applications are generally considered in date order of receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you can’t find the answer to a question you are looking for here, please feel free to contact us
How do I apply to the Foundation for funding?
Our application process begins with a short email to the foundation demonstrating how your organization’s program closely aligns with one of our four philanthropic pillars. We will invite you to complete an application if we believe there is synergy and if the current year’s budget can support the request.
If invited to submit a full application, instructions to access the online portal will be provided. Once submitted, a full proposal may take up to six months to review before a funding decision is returned. Applications are generally considered in date order of receipt. View our grant programs.
When can I apply for a grant?
The Foundation accepts LOIs on a rolling basis (daily, no deadlines), and applicants can expect a response within approximately six weeks. Due to funding constraints, we are able to consider only one request per organization annually. If your request is declined, your organization will be eligible to apply again 12 months after the date of your declination.
Who is the Foundation currently funding?
Please view the Funding History of our website to see current and past grants.
What is the Foundation’s geographic service area?
We fund globally.
What is the average size of a grant?
Our grants vary depending on program. View our past grantees
Who serves on the Foundation board?
The AJA Foundation is comprised of seven board members. View our Board Members.