Grantmaking Philosophy
When we work together, we can do more. That’s why we practice Engaged Investment, a collaborative grantmaking philosophy that builds strong community relationships, respects diverse opinions and seeks non-traditional approaches to difficult challenges. By working together and leveraging our combined expertise for the common good, we can develop more creative solutions and deliver high-impact results so we’re all healthy together.
Palm Healthcare Foundation is embarking on a bold and exciting journey as we enter our 10th year of grantmaking. We have narrowed our grantmaking priorities to achieve greater focus and impact within key areas of need and foundation expertise. Our fund development efforts are aligned with our strategic priorities to support programming and grantmaking initiatives. Our strategic priorities are: Diabetes Prevention and Management, Nursing Advancement, Family Caregiving and Behavioral Health.
If you would like to submit a proposal, please review this section to help you determine whether your project concept is a good match with our goals and priorities. It describes the kinds of projects we do and do not fund and tells you how to apply.
What We Fund
What We Do Not Fund
Eligibility
Grants Schedule
The Foundation accepts applications at any time throughout the year. However, proposals are only reviewed periodically. Below is the current schedule for proposal review and the corresponding application deadlines:
Application Deadline: Review Date:
March 1, 2012 March 14, 2012
June 1, 2012 June 13, 2012
Please note: The application process is a two-step process, requiring the submission of a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) as the first step. LOIs are received and reviewed on an ongoing basis. If your LOI is approved to move forward in the application process, you will be invited to submit a Full Proposal. THE DEADLINES ABOVE APPLY TO RECEIPT OF A FULL PROPOSAL.
Size of Grants
The Foundation does not pre-determine funding level. Grants can range from a few hundred to more than 100,000 dollars. Applicants should request the amount that meets the needs of the program at a level that is consistent with the organization's capacity and other anticipated support.
For a list a list of recent grants made from Palm Healthcare Foundation, please check out our Grantee Page.
Duration of Grants
Generally, grants are made for one or two years, although they may be longer (given program priorities). Unless specifically notified differently by the Foundation, applicants may apply for continued support of a previously funded project.
Chances for Funding
The Foundation receives numerous proposals throughout the year. Even though a proposal may fit the Foundation's Mission and Funding Priorities, it may not be funded due to the volume of applications and limited resources. Although, staff does not send a written critique for declined proposals, they will offer feedback upon request.
The examination of each proposal begins by looking at the alignment of the proposed project to the Foundation's Mission, the scope of collaboration, the level of the impact on the community's health and the program's long term sustainability. The projects that are ultimately funded are those that best address these expectations.
Palm Healthcare Foundation recognizes the considerable time and effort that goes into preparing a grant application and wants to help you avoid unnecessary work. Communication with the program staff is an important part of the grant application and review process.
If you have not already talked with program staff about the project for which you are seeking a Palm Healthcare Foundation grant, you are strongly encouraged to do so prior to completing the application. If you have questions or need additional information as you work on your grant application, please contact the Grants Department to assist you.
Amy L. Dean
Vice President of Strategic Programming and Policy
adean@phfpbc.org
(561) 837-2279 phone
(561) 833-0070 fax