General Grant Program (Mebane Foundation Grants)
Who can apply: Organizations must qualify for exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code and must not be private foundations as defined by Section 509(a). The Foundation does not fund individuals directly; it funds agencies that help individuals. Organizations without a prior audit may receive funding but must obtain an annual certified public accounting audit during the grant term.
Deadline: After an initial phone interview, proposals are accepted throughout the year. Completed applications must be submitted by January 1 for consideration at the March spring Board meeting, or by July 1 for consideration at the September fall Board meeting. Applicants meeting the January deadline are notified by March 31; applicants meeting the July deadline are notified by September 30.