Applications are accepted throughout the year with a standard response period of 45 days. Nominees may be individuals who have started an organization, worked with a school, or have been an active leader in community initiatives. The nominee s work should be innovative, creative, and philanthropic. PeopleSoft's Community Relations program mainly targets community service projects that focus on technology. When considering a contribution request, they examine who's going to benefit from the money, and in what way and for how long they're going to benefit.
Special attention is paid to innovative programs that empower people to help themselves.
Most funding decisions are made in he first three months of each calendar year. The PWF funds many efforts, but of particular interest to schools are the categories of disadvantaged youth and health. Their website is full of information on their funding priorities and sample programs they have funded previously. Their grant application is available on-line. Grants are accepted year-round, with decisions made in 30 days.