a legacy of investing in our community
How to Apply for a Grant
We invest in community change makers.
The Lynch Foundation has a rolling application process that welcomes any not-for-profit organization to submit a concept paper through our website.
The application is an open, multi-step grant process that can take up to one year. All proposals should include a concise overview of the organization, relevant program information, and a description of how the organization shares our mission to create sustainable social change.
How We Approach Granting
More Information & Guidelines For Applying
For more information about the steps of our process, please watch the videos here, and review our FAQs at the right.
If you have any additional questions, contact us at 617-639-1282 or victoria@thelynchfoundation.com.
What is the typical size of a grant?
The Foundation generally does not fund more than 5% of an organization’s total budget.
Does The Foundation provide emergency or immediate funding?
The Foundation does not typically provide emergency or immediate funding. We tend to focus on strengthening an organization, and look to achieve a long-term effect.
Does The Foundation make successive-year or multi-year grants?
Yes, we do provide successive-year or multi-year grants, as our funding program is intended to strengthen nonprofit organizations.
If our concept paper is rejected, how long should we wait to submit another request?
First, acknowledge the reason for being declined. If the reason is that your organization does not fit the mission, please do not submit another concept paper. If the reason is that the Foundation is currently funding similar organizations, submit a concept paper 18 months later.
If our grant application is rejected, how long must we wait to request funding from The Foundation?
5 Years.
If we are awarded a grant, how long must we wait to request funding from The Foundation?
5 Years.
If our concept paper is approved, how long will we need to have the application completed, and when can we expect a decision regarding our request?
Once a complete application has been received, thorough research and review generally take one to three months. The entire grant-making process, including the initial approach, review process, and decision, takes about six to nine months.
Do The Foundation Staff or Trustees conduct site visits? If yes, should I call to schedule a site visit or meeting?
Yes, the Foundation Staff and Trustees conduct a site visit. But please do not call. Once the application has been reviewed, a staff member will contact you to schedule a visit.