In reviewing applications the Foundation Staff, Advisory Committees, Grant Review Committee and Board of Directors carefully consider the following criteria:

• The relevance of the proposed project to the Foundation’s mission and four focus areas.

• The extent to which the proposal addresses a community need, demonstrates broad-based community support, and provides benefits to the community-at-large.

• Ability of the proposed project to leverage funding and support from other sources.

• Extent to which the proposal maximizes community resources through cooperation and collaboration with other organizations in the community and the elimination of redundant services, programs, or projects.
 
• The capacity of the applicant’s organization and staff to achieve the desired result.

• The sustainability of the proposed project without additional long-term financial commitments from the Foundation.