Frequently Asked Questions
Eligibility
What is the geographic scope of the Foundation’s giving?
The majority of the Foundation’s grants are awarded to agencies and organizations located in Georgia supporting Georgia residents. However, nonprofits located in the five adjacent states (North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, and Tennessee) are eligible to apply for funding. Nonprofits located outside of these states are not eligible for funding.
Does the Foundation consider requests for operating support?
The Foundation awards grants mostly for capital projects and does not encourage requests for program or operating support.
Does Foundation award grants to organizations just getting started?
The Foundation typically awards grants to established organizations with experienced leadership, a demonstrated record of financial stability, and measurements of success.
Does the Foundation award grants to individuals?
No. The Foundation is only able to award grants to organizations with a 501(c)3 certification from the IRS.
Does the Foundation award grants to individual churches or congregations?
The Foundation supports faith-based organizations; however, it does not award grants to individual churches or congregations.
Does the Foundation provide scholarships?
The Foundation is only able to award grants to organizations with a 501(c)3 certification from the IRS and does not award scholarships to individuals.
What dollar amount should our organization request from the Foundation?
Grant amounts vary based on the size and scope of each individual campaign. However, the Foundation prefers not to underwrite a large percentage of any individual project or campaign but rather participate with proportional grants. Request amounts are best determined by a phone call with one of the Foundation’s staff members.
Application Process
How can my organization apply for a grant?
Please see the Foundation’s Application Process page for information on how to apply.
Are there suggestions on the best timing of a request?
Yes. The Foundation is most responsive when an organization has reliable cost estimates for the project(s) for which funding is requested; when significant progress toward a fundraising goal has been achieved (50-60% of goal); and when the proposed project is scheduled to begin within 12-18 months.
How long does the grant review and award process take?
Qualifying grant requests are considered within the quarter they are received. After preliminary consideration, applicants will be notified that the request has been either declined or that a more in-depth study will take place in order to receive final consideration at the next quarterly meeting.
How often may organizations apply for funding?
Applicants are required to wait at least one year from the date of any previous application before submitting a new request. Organizations that receive grants are asked not to apply for new grants until current grants are “closed.”
Is it helpful for a grantseeker to contact members of the Foundation’s board of trustees to discuss the merits of a request?
It is best to complete the entire application process with the assistance of the Foundation’s staff. The Foundation discourages direct contact with members of its board.
How can I get in touch with someone to further inquire about a request?
Please call the office (404-658-9066) or send an email to info@jbcf.org.
Where should I send a letter of request?
After reviewing carefully the application procedures, please send a letter of request to:
Ms. Anne Greene
Associate Director
J. Bulow Campbell Foundation
4401 Northside Parkway N.W., Suite 950
Atlanta, Georgia 30327
Still have questions?
Please call or email the Foundation.