Alexion Charitable Foundation Local Needs Grants

Guidelines and Criteria
Mission
Since its founding in 1992, Alexion has given hope to people who had none and shined a light on those who felt
isolated and alone. Our goal is to deliver medical breakthroughs where none currently exist. And now, we extend
this ambition of hope through the Alexion Charitable Foundation, with the mission of offering promise andcultivating a sense of belonging — particularly for people affected by a rare disease — through initiatives
that advance emotional well-being, educational opportunities and economic relief.
The Alexion Charitable Foundation focuses most of its resources on programs designed specifically to benefit
people affected by a rare disease (covered under a separate set of guidelines and criteria). In addition, theFoundation contributes a portion of its funding to organizations in the communities where Alexion has a majorpresence and that align with the mission of the Foundation.
Grants range from $5,000 to $25,000 and will be distributed to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, or theinternational equivalent, focused on achieving one or more stated objectives (see below for details).

Funding Priorities and Objectives
In furtherance of the Alexion Charitable Foundation’s mission, Local Needs Grants seek to achieve the following
within Alexion Charitable Foundation’s geographic footprint (see Alexion.com and choose “Select a Country” tab):Enable marginalized and/or disadvantaged populations to achieve a sense of belonging, eliminate barriers that
may lead to isolation, and provide the support needed to persevere and thrive.
Examples of this type of support includes efforts that:• Advance the emotional well-being of disadvantaged/disenfranchised people through mental health and othersocial services.
• Advance educational opportunities for disadvantaged/disenfranchised people through basic education, STEM
education, job readiness and other skills.
• Advance the cause of diversity and inclusion in society and critical institutions through awareness, training,community outreach and similar efforts.

Grant Criteria
Successful grant applications will meet the following criteria:• Clear alignment with the Alexion Charitable Foundation mission and/or one or more of its related objective(s) as
described above.
• Demonstrated need for the program or project.
• Demonstrated capacity of the organization to deliver quality programming and meet established goals.
• Potential for positive, measurable social benefit.
• Financial support from an array of sources.
• Evidence that the program or project can be sustained beyond the duration of an Alexion Charitable Foundation
grant.
• Opportunities for meaningful employee engagement.

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Application Process
The Alexion Charitable Foundation cannot fund every worthwhile project and is thus highly selective in its
philanthropic giving so that it may address key needs and maximize impact. Eligible nonprofit organizations within
the Alexion Charitable Foundation’s geographic footprint (see above) are invited to apply for the Alexion Charitable
Foundation Local Needs Grants on an ongoing basis.
Only those efforts with the strongest alignment with Foundation objectives and criteria will be awarded funding.
Grant applicants must follow the process below:
Step 1 – Eligibility Survey: Any organization interested in receiving an Alexion Charitable Foundation Local
Needs Grant must complete a survey to determine eligibility. Please see “Grantee Eligibility” guidelines below toreview the types of questions that will be asked in the survey, which is part of the grant application.
Step 2 – Grant Application: Organizations determined eligible to apply for an Alexion Charitable Foundation grantthrough the Eligibility Survey are then provided immediate access to the full Grant Application. This is yourorganization’s opportunity to demonstrate how a grant from the Alexion Charitable Foundation will help you
accomplish your goals and further Alexion Charitable Foundation’s grant program objectives. Please note:
eligibility to submit an application does not guarantee funding of that request.

Grantee Eligibility
To be considered for an Alexion Charitable Foundation Local Needs Grant, your organization and the program orproject for which you are requesting funds must meet the following eligibility requirements:• Nonprofit Status: All grant recipients must be nonprofit, charitable organizations tax-exempt under section
501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the international equivalent.
− Emergency service providers such as fire and police departments must apply under their own public charity
with 501(c)(3) designation, or the international equivalent.
− Religious organizations such as churches, mosques and synagogues may qualify only if they haveestablished a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, or the international equivalent, to operate the funded
program AND the outreach program is offered to the general population regardless of religious affiliation.
− Elementary and secondary schools cannot be funded directly; programs administered within a school
environment by a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, or the international equivalent, may beconsidered.
• Other Restrictions: Additionally, the following types of organizations and activities are INELIGIBLE for funding:− Programs and projects that do not align with Alexion Charitable Foundation's stated objectives.
− Requests for general operating support.
− Social, labor, alumni and fraternal organizations (e.g., higher education alumni groups, sororities, fraternities,workers' unions, exclusive membership clubs limited to a specific constituency, etc.).
− Professional and amateur sports events, organizations and teams (e.g., Little Leagues).
− Political organizations and organizations whose dominant purpose is to influence legislation orparticipate/intervene in political campaigns on behalf of or against any candidate for public office.
− Organizations requiring a fiscal sponsor because they do not have their own 501(c)(3) status, or theinternational equivalent.
− Organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual
orientation or identification, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law or local policy.

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− Terrorist organizations or those not compliant with the USA Patriot Act.
− Individuals.
− Event sponsorships, fundraising events and campaigns (e.g., conferences/seminars, galas, golf tournaments,
annual awards ceremonies, raffles, telethons, walk-a-thons, auctions, endowments, memorial campaigns,parades, etc.).
− Loans, debt reduction and operating deficits.

Measurement and Reporting
The Alexion Charitable Foundation expects grant recipients to provide a grant Impact Report on activities
completed and project outcomes at the conclusion of the grant period. Grant recipients will be asked to report on
the following, if applicable to the proposed program/project, among other parameters outlined in the grant Impact
Report:• Progress against intended objectives, outputs and outcomes (as proposed in the organization’s grantapplication).
• Explanation if objectives were not met.
• Status update on funds expended.
• Qualitative data (stories, pictures, videos, etc.).
Please note: Alexion Charitable Foundation grant recipients that fail to submit a grant Impact Report for their grant
will not be eligible for future funding from the Alexion Charitable Foundation.

Timeline
Local Needs Grants will be awarded based on the schedule below.
ACTIVITYDATEApplication Submission PeriodOngoingAward Status Notification

Within 60 days of grant application submissionChecks Delivered/Presented

Within 120 days of grant application approval

Grant Term: Programs/Projects are Administered

AnnualImpact Reports Due

Within 60 days of designated grant completion dateTechnical Difficulties and Other AssistanceIf you are experiencing difficulties — technical or otherwise — in the application process, please send an email
inquiry to ACF@Alexion.com. Foundation staff will make every effort to respond to your email within 48 hours.

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