General Eligibility

What efforts are supported?

Grants support eligible organizations whose work aligns with our Donors’ priorities, shows potential for impact, and is in our Donors’ primary geographies.

Our Donors’ primary geographies of interest are Alberta, Iowa, and Missouri. Some national efforts and efforts in other provinces or states may be considered (typically by invitation only).

Our staff can help determine if your organization fits.

Examples of requests outside of our Donors’ scope include:

  • Programs related to the fine/performing arts

  • Direct support of publicly funded systems

  • Political campaigns or candidates

  • Projects that exclusively serve religious purposes

  • Efforts that focus on international issues or plan to use funds outside of North America

In Canada, your organization must:

  • Be a valid corporate body in good standing with Registered Charity status as defined in Section 248(1) of the Income Tax Act (RSC)

  • Comply with anti-terrorism legislation in all applicable jurisdictions

In the United States, your organization must:

  • Be a valid corporate body in good standing and be recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Code

  • Comply with anti-terrorism legislation in all applicable jurisdictions

Is your organization eligible?

Discover our Donors’ priorities and investment types, explore fit and start the application process now.