Initial contact should be by letter or by completed application form. Proposals must have individual's name, address of organization, federal tax number, telephone number, contact person, title of request, amount of request, total project budget, brief description of organization, and description of the project. Call foundation for complete guidelines. Grants are made to organizations that develop programs focused on collaborative problem solving or on new approaches in dealing with continuing needs. Priority areas are community development, building the capacity of non-profit organizations, and education.
Specific guidelines are available from the funding institution.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss their projects with the Foundation staff prior to submitting formal proposals. Proposal deadlines are August 15th and February 15th. Supports literacy initiatives as part of its recent shift in focus to project-oriented support, especially in education and community improvement. Written proposal must include a description of the organization's history and purpose. Eaton will help to develop proposals for review.