How To Apply

Application Process

Review the Foundation’s priorities and goals to determine if your organization’s work aligns with what the Foundation’s mission.

The Foundation looks for proposals that:
•  Have a strategic response to solve a compelling problem that is consistent with the Foundation’s mission
•  Identify expected results
•  Leverage financial and in-kind resources from sources other than the Foundation
•  Have a lasting impact or are sustainable beyond the period of the Foundation’s involvement

And looks for organizations that:
•  Have a positive track record of success with the Foundation and/or in the community
•  Are on sound financial footing
•  Have an engaged and supportive board
•  Have a mission that is in alignment with the Foundation’s mission



Contact the Foundation

Please contact a Foundation Program Director to discuss the program/project. Grants range in size from $15,000 to $100,000 depending on the impact, and in some cases may be lower or higher. The organization should start the conversation at least 2-4 months ahead of when funding is needed.

For inquiries in Broward County, Florida: Monica Menahem, monica@hendersonfdn.org or 954-764-2819, ext. 2
For inquiries in Vermont: Eddie Gale, eddie@hendersonfdn.org or 802-888-1188