Application Instructions

The Foundation will not consider proposals that request funding for
repayment of debt/old bills, for started projects, or for completed projects.
Review the Schedules tab to ensure projects begin after the Notification date.
Early submission of applications is encouraged.
Applications without the organization budget, proof of federal tax exemption, and/or project budget will be considered incomplete and not considered for funding.

SCHOLARSHIPS:
Colleges and Universities only

Scholarship Application

FOR ALL OTHER COMMITTEES:

The Certification Letter is for Religious Organizations ONLY to certify their IRS nonprofit status.


INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Proposals must be received by 3pm on the deadline date. Early submission is encouraged to allow time to resolve any issues.
  2. To be considered for funding all sections and required attachments must be completed and submitted.
    This includes, but is not limited to:
    Contact person name, phone number, and email
    Proof of Federal tax exemption
    Organization current budget
    Organization balance sheet for prior 2 fiscal years
    Organization income statement for prior 2 fiscal years
    Project budget
  3. Be concise as possible with the pertinent information about your proposal so that it fits within the space allowed on the proposal form.
    You may submit additional information as an addendum to the proposal.
  4. It is preferred, but not required, to have sketches or drawings submitted legal size or smaller.
  5. Applications should be emailed to: [email protected]

    Mailing is accepted but not prefered

    Amy Warner
    Executive Director
    A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation
    109 Sherwood Road
    Delhi, NY 13753


IMPORTANT:
 The O’Connor Foundation scans all proposals.
 81/2 x 11 paper is preferred.
 Please use only one side of the page.
 Do not staple or bind grant proposals.


Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to call
 (607) 538-9248
 Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.