Letter of Inquiry (LOI) for First-Time Applicants only

If you are approaching The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation for the first time, please proceed as follows:

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    Contact Pam Eichenauer before submitting an LOI. Be prepared to provide a brief overview of your organization (the history, mission, programs, and services). This will enable us to determine whether an LOI would fall within the Foundation’s areas of interest.
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    Once invited to apply:

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    Select the “Create New Account” option on the Logon Page.

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    Enter the required information, your email address, and a password.  Make note of the email and password you choose, as it will enable you to access the system for future grant applications. 

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    Click on “Apply”.

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    Click on the “Grant Cycle – LOI” link.

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    When you have completed the LOI, click “Submit”, and you will receive an email confirmation of your submission. 

  • While completing the online application, you may save it and return to it as often as needed.
  • After your LOI has been submitted, it will be reviewed to determine if a full proposal will be requested for the next grant cycle.
  • The Full Application form can only be accessed through our online portal AFTER approval of the LOI and assignment of an access code.
  • Each LOI will be reviewed, and written notification will be provided after the meeting dates (which are not published).