The Memorial Trust is pro-active in seeking grant proposals from qualifying 501(C)(3) organizations. Additionally, the Memorial Trust accepts unsolicited proposals from qualifying organizations.
An initial letter of inquiry must be submitted on organization letterhead and received by January 1st of the year in which a grant is requested. The initial letter of inquiry should include the background of the organization, a description of the proposed project detailing the time frame and anticipated outcomes, and a high-level project budget. The letter of inquiry should be addressed to one of the following regional offices:
The Snow Memorial Trust The Snow Memorial Trust The Snow Memorial Trust
C/O Jonathan L. Snow, Trustee C/O Allen R. Malcolm, Trustee C/O Emelie Williams, Trustee 50 Presidential Plaza, Suite 106 104 Church Alley 2975 Knight Road
Syracuse, NY 13202 Chestertown, MD 21620 Reno, NV 89509
If the proposal meets the stated guidelines and priorities of the Memorial Trust, a grant application will be forwarded.
All grant applications must be submitted using the Memorial Trust grant application form and must be received by April 1st of the year in which a grant is requested. The following information must also be included with the formal grant application:
- Executive summary (not to exceed one page)
- Detailed project budget including itemized expenses and sources of income
- Listing of the Board of Directors including names and board positions held
- A copy of the organization’s 501 (c) (3) determination letter from the IRS
- Most recent audited financial statement
- Organization budget
Failure to provide all of the required information will result in the rejection of the grant application.
The Trustees may require additional information and possibly an interview or site visit. Any discussions or indications of interest should not be construed as a commitment by the Trustees. All complete grant applications are carefully considered and evaluated by the Trustees. Applicants are notified in writing of the Trustees decision by July 1st. All approved grant applicants are required to sign and return a Grant Acceptance Agreement prior to any funds being released by the Memorial Trust.