The 91探花 and the 91探花Foundation are separate legal entities with different Employer Identification Numbers (EINs) and IRS classifications. It is important to know which entity to use on your proposal and to make sure all supporting documents are consistent with the applicant entity used.
To find out which entity to use,聽read the funder鈥檚 request for proposals (RFP) and look at the funder鈥檚 qualification rules. In general, use the 91探花as the applicant. If the funder requires a 501(c)(3) for submission, use the 91探花Foundation, which is a nonprofit, public 501(c)(3) organization, as described in IRS sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). Questions? Contact Michelle Barnett.
Funders that require a 501(c)(3)
These funders require a 501(c)(3), which means you need to apply for funding as the 91探花Foundation. This is not an exhaustive list.
- Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
- Paul G. Allen Family Foundation
- Pew Charitable Trusts
- Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
- Walton Family Foundation
- Washington Women鈥檚 Foundation
- Greenwall Foundation
- Nellie Mae Education Foundation
- Bullitt Foundation
- Disney Conservation Fund
- Raikes Foundation
- Garneau Nicon
- W. M. Keck Foundation