How does my organization apply for a grant?
What is the size of the average grant?
What is the deadline for applications?
Can I include extra items with my application such as audio/video tapes, newspaper articles, DVDs, etc.?
Can I meet or talk with someone from the Foundation about my application?
How does the Foundation decide which applications will receive grants?
What is the process for making these decisions?
Does the Foundation fund religious or faith-based organizations?
Does the Foundation fund start-ups?
Does the Foundation fund individuals?
Does the Foundation give multi-year grants?
Does the Foundation support activities outside Stamford?
Is the Foundation part of St. John’s Episcopal Church?
When was the Foundation started?
How does the Foundation get its funds?
How much does the Foundation provide in grants each year?
How is the Foundation’s Board of Trustees organized?
Who serves on the Board of Trustees?
How often does the Board of Trustees meet?
Can I make a donation to the Foundation?
How does my organization apply for a grant?
Please see the Apply page.
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What is the size of the average grant?
Grant amounts range from $1,000 to $20,000. The average grant is about $9,000.
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What is the deadline for applications?
The last day of the last week of November.
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Can I include extra items with my application such as audio/video tapes, newspaper articles, DVDs, etc.?
Supplemental materials should be held to the minimum necessary to convey a basic understanding of the organization. Videotapes, DVDs, etc. should not be sent unless specifically requested. One copy of an application is sufficient.
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Can I meet or talk with someone from the Foundation about my application?
We would be happy to talk with you but our ability to do so is limited by our lack of support staff. If we have questions, we’ll contact you.
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How does the Foundation decide which applications will receive grants?
The Foundation’s charter is to provide funding to organizations serving those in need in the Stamford community. Support for past projects has fallen generally into the categories of housing, community service and education, and has included support for capital projects as well as for new and existing services. We tend to give highest priority to requests for funding new projects that help people change and improve their lives.
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What is the process for making these decisions?
Following the receipt of grant applications, the Trustees meet to review all applications. A site visit to projects under consideration is occasionally required prior to a decision by the Board. These visits are arranged directly with the applying organization by individual Trustees. Funding decisions are announced following the first scheduled Foundation meeting of the year. Applicants are notified by mail and will be required to provide an assessment report at mid-year.
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Does the Foundation fund religious or faith-based organizations?
The Foundation will consider requests from any organization provided the services offered are inclusive and fit within our guidelines.
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Does the Foundation fund start-ups?
The Foundation does not generally provide seed money or funding for start-up projects or organizations. However, exceptions may be made and applications from such organizations may be submitted.
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Does the Foundation fund individuals?
The Foundation does not consider requests for grants to individuals.
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Does the Foundation award multi-year grants?
The Foundation does not generally make such grants and grants usually are not renewable. However, since the income of the Foundation is modest, funds are sometimes dispersed over a period of one to three years.
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Does the Foundation support activities outside Stamford?
As a rule, our support is confined to the Stamford community.
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Is the Foundation part of St. John’s Episcopal Church?
The Foundation is funded by St. John’s but operates as an independent entity. For more information, please see our About page.
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When was the Foundation started?
The Foundation was established in 1987 to manage the distribution of that portion of the Church’s income designated for community purposes.
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How does the Foundation get its funds?
All funding from the foundation is provided by St. John’s Episcopal Church from income derived from leasing some of its property to Canterbury Green, a mixed-use complex. For more information, please see our
About page.
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How much does the Foundation provide in grants each year?
In 2009, the Foundation provided $135,800 in grants to sixteen organizations.
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How is the Foundation’s Board of Trustees organized?
Our fifteen member board is made up of eight parishioners elected by St. John’s Church and seven community members selected by the Board. A representative of Canterbury Green’s management organization also serves on the Board and is considered a “community member.” Trustees serve three-year terms and may serve for two consecutive terms.
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Who serves on the Board of Trustees?
Trustees include:
Stephen Clapp
Glen Cunkle
Peter Eder (Chairperson)
Elizabeth Evans
Thomas Gale
The Reverend Dr. Cari Jackson
Chip Lewis
Caroline Murray
Cathy Ostuw
Jon Saunders
Sheelagh Schlegel (Vice Chairperson)
Ellie Sgritta (Canterbury Green Management Liaison)
Caroline Smit (Secretary)
Charles Wade (Treasurer)
Beryl Williams
The Reverend James Wheeler (Rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church)
Ted Wright
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How often does the Board of Trustees meet?
The Board meets four times a year.
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Can I make a donation to the Foundation?
Yes. While all funding has come from St. John's Episcopal Church in the past, a change in the by-laws has made it possible for the Foundation to receive donations from individuals and organizations. Please contact the Chairperson for additional information.
(back to top of page)
What is the size of the average grant?
What is the deadline for applications?
Can I include extra items with my application such as audio/video tapes, newspaper articles, DVDs, etc.?
Can I meet or talk with someone from the Foundation about my application?
How does the Foundation decide which applications will receive grants?
What is the process for making these decisions?
Does the Foundation fund religious or faith-based organizations?
Does the Foundation fund start-ups?
Does the Foundation fund individuals?
Does the Foundation give multi-year grants?
Does the Foundation support activities outside Stamford?
Is the Foundation part of St. John’s Episcopal Church?
When was the Foundation started?
How does the Foundation get its funds?
How much does the Foundation provide in grants each year?
How is the Foundation’s Board of Trustees organized?
Who serves on the Board of Trustees?
How often does the Board of Trustees meet?
Can I make a donation to the Foundation?
How does my organization apply for a grant?
Please see the Apply page.
(back to top of page)
What is the size of the average grant?
Grant amounts range from $1,000 to $20,000. The average grant is about $9,000.
(back to top of page)
What is the deadline for applications?
The last day of the last week of November.
(back to top of page)
Can I include extra items with my application such as audio/video tapes, newspaper articles, DVDs, etc.?
Supplemental materials should be held to the minimum necessary to convey a basic understanding of the organization. Videotapes, DVDs, etc. should not be sent unless specifically requested. One copy of an application is sufficient.
(back to top of page)
Can I meet or talk with someone from the Foundation about my application?
We would be happy to talk with you but our ability to do so is limited by our lack of support staff. If we have questions, we’ll contact you.
(back to top of page)
How does the Foundation decide which applications will receive grants?
The Foundation’s charter is to provide funding to organizations serving those in need in the Stamford community. Support for past projects has fallen generally into the categories of housing, community service and education, and has included support for capital projects as well as for new and existing services. We tend to give highest priority to requests for funding new projects that help people change and improve their lives.
(back to top of page)
What is the process for making these decisions?
Following the receipt of grant applications, the Trustees meet to review all applications. A site visit to projects under consideration is occasionally required prior to a decision by the Board. These visits are arranged directly with the applying organization by individual Trustees. Funding decisions are announced following the first scheduled Foundation meeting of the year. Applicants are notified by mail and will be required to provide an assessment report at mid-year.
(back to top of page)
Does the Foundation fund religious or faith-based organizations?
The Foundation will consider requests from any organization provided the services offered are inclusive and fit within our guidelines.
(back to top of page)
Does the Foundation fund start-ups?
The Foundation does not generally provide seed money or funding for start-up projects or organizations. However, exceptions may be made and applications from such organizations may be submitted.
(back to top of page)
Does the Foundation fund individuals?
The Foundation does not consider requests for grants to individuals.
(back to top of page)
Does the Foundation award multi-year grants?
The Foundation does not generally make such grants and grants usually are not renewable. However, since the income of the Foundation is modest, funds are sometimes dispersed over a period of one to three years.
(back to top of page)
Does the Foundation support activities outside Stamford?
As a rule, our support is confined to the Stamford community.
(back to top of page)
Is the Foundation part of St. John’s Episcopal Church?
The Foundation is funded by St. John’s but operates as an independent entity. For more information, please see our About page.
(back to top of page)
When was the Foundation started?
The Foundation was established in 1987 to manage the distribution of that portion of the Church’s income designated for community purposes.
(back to top of page)
How does the Foundation get its funds?
All funding from the foundation is provided by St. John’s Episcopal Church from income derived from leasing some of its property to Canterbury Green, a mixed-use complex. For more information, please see our
About page.
(back to top of page)
How much does the Foundation provide in grants each year?
In 2009, the Foundation provided $135,800 in grants to sixteen organizations.
(back to top of page)
How is the Foundation’s Board of Trustees organized?
Our fifteen member board is made up of eight parishioners elected by St. John’s Church and seven community members selected by the Board. A representative of Canterbury Green’s management organization also serves on the Board and is considered a “community member.” Trustees serve three-year terms and may serve for two consecutive terms.
(back to top of page)
Who serves on the Board of Trustees?
Trustees include:
Stephen Clapp
Glen Cunkle
Peter Eder (Chairperson)
Elizabeth Evans
Thomas Gale
The Reverend Dr. Cari Jackson
Chip Lewis
Caroline Murray
Cathy Ostuw
Jon Saunders
Sheelagh Schlegel (Vice Chairperson)
Ellie Sgritta (Canterbury Green Management Liaison)
Caroline Smit (Secretary)
Charles Wade (Treasurer)
Beryl Williams
The Reverend James Wheeler (Rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church)
Ted Wright
(back to top of page)
How often does the Board of Trustees meet?
The Board meets four times a year.
(back to top of page)
Can I make a donation to the Foundation?
Yes. While all funding has come from St. John's Episcopal Church in the past, a change in the by-laws has made it possible for the Foundation to receive donations from individuals and organizations. Please contact the Chairperson for additional information.
(back to top of page)