The Einhorn Family Foundation is a private family foundation established in 1996 by Stephen and Nancy Einhorn to continue the family tradition of commitment to enhancing the quality of life in the community through grants to qualified non-profit organizations. In carrying out its mission, the Foundation considers a wide range of proposals within the areas of arts, education, Jewish life and learning, Swedish life and learning and promoting liberty. The Foundation encourages collaborative efforts and integrated, comprehensive proposals.
FUNDING POLICIES
Grants are made only to non-profit charitable organizations which are tax exempt under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or to public governmental units. Generally, grants are limited to projects that benefit the citizens of Greater Milwaukee. The Foundation prefers to support proposals for new initiatives, special projects, expansion of current programs, capital improvement or building renovation. The Foundation does not consider support for annual campaigns, endowments, or requests under $1,000. Grants are not made to individuals. The Foundation considers favorably both single-year and multiple-year projects, but rarely for a period of more than three years. All grants approved for more than one year are conditional and are subject to annual review and approval before funds for subsequent years are released. Only one grant application may be submitted in any twelve-month period. Organizations receiving grants are required to complete an evaluation report within twelve months after receipt of the funds.
REVIEW PROCESS
The Board of Directors meets periodically throughout the year to consider grant requests. Applicants are welcome and encouraged to discuss their proposal with the Foundation's board either by telephone or in person. Upon receipt of the completed proposal, the board may request additional information or schedule a site visit.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To apply, submit one set of the following items.
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Grant Application form completed, dated and signed by the Chief Executive Officer or Chairman of the Board of the organization.
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Proposal of not more than two pages which includes (in this order):
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A short introductory paragraph with a concise statement of the purpose of the request and the amount requested;
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A detailed project description covering the issue being addressed, what will be different and why it is important; the outcomes to be achieved; the plans for accomplishing the outcomes and project timetable; capacity of your organization to carry out the plans; if this is a collaborative effort, the role of each partner; how you will evaluate the success and effectiveness of the program;
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A brief description of the history, mission and activities of your organization.
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Project budget including both anticipated sources of income and projected expenditures.
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Organization operating budget for the current fiscal year including income (sources and amounts) and expenditures.
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Board of Directors list with affiliations or occupations.
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Financial Statement, audited if available, for the most recent completed fiscal year.
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Copy of IRS 501 [c] (3) determination letter.
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Optional materials may be submitted but are not required.
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REQUESTS THAT ARE DENIED
The Foundation receives a multitude of grant requests for worthwhile projects. Unfortunately, the majority of the requests are not funded simply because the demand exceeds the Foundation’s resources. A denial is not necessarily a reflection of the quality of the grant request or applicant organization. Applicants are welcome to resubmit a grant request. However, before reapplying, it is advantageous to discuss the reason for the initial denial with the appropriate member of the Board.
