Interested Applicants
The Sikh Spirit Foundation’s primary purpose is to advance the state of the Sikh community. The Foundation supports innovation and progress in Sikh issues, from education and human rights to social development and healthcare. Funds are allocated with the intention to stimulate maximum impact and growth.
The Foundation offers two tracks for applicants - the Independent Project track and the Oganization-Affiliated Project track. Independent project may receive funding from a minimum of $500 to $5,000, and Organization-Affiliated Projects may receive up to a maximum of $25,000. Each proposal should be confined to a single project, although applicants are welcome to submit multiple project proposals. In order to qualify for a grant from the Sikh Spirit Foundation, prospective partners – whether individuals or organizations – must demonstrate a commitment to charitable enterprise. First-time grant applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a letter of inquiry to
info@sikhspiritfoundation.org. All prospective partners are expected to submit proposals in accordance with the
Grant Proposal Guidelines for Independent Projects and
Organization-Affiliated Projects.
The Board reviews grant proposals twice a year - July and November. For this reason, the Sikh Spirit Foundation observes two cycles. In order to be considered in June, all applicants must submit their proposals by July 1. Applicants aiming for a decision in November should submit their proposals by November 15.
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Depth and breadth of community impact
- Innovativeness of project
- Management and demonstration of project execution capabilities
- Track record of applicant
Projects dealing with education will receive top priority. An 11-member board will review and discuss all proposals prior to making any decisions.
