The Joseph and Mercedes McMicking Foundation Grant

The Joseph and Mercedes McMicking Foundation is a California-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents of the San Francisco Bay Area. The Foundation achieves this by providing grants and scholarships that focus on the education and welfare of children and their families. Its primary areas of interest include arts, technology, education, and science, with a strong emphasis on supporting children of all ages and diverse ethnic backgrounds. The Foundation seeks to create long-term positive impacts within the communities it serves through strategic funding initiatives. Eligibility for the Foundation’s grants is limited to nonprofit organizations that are exempt from federal tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and are not classified as private foundations under section 509(a). Additionally, these organizations must be based in or directly serve residents of the San Francisco Bay Area. The Foundation does not fund individuals, provide loans, or support organizations engaged in activities that influence legislation. Furthermore, the Foundation does not assume an obligation for permanent support but will consider grants spanning two to three years if a project’s goals necessitate extended financial assistance. The application process begins with an online submission, but applicants must first contact the Foundation’s Executive Director via phone or email before submitting a Letter of Inquiry (LOI). Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria and align with the Foundation’s mission may be invited to submit a full proposal. Proposals must include a detailed description of the organization’s purpose and goals, the project or program requiring funding, the target population served, an action plan, financial statements, and a list of the organization’s Board of Directors. Grant applications undergo a rigorous review process to ensure alignment with the Foundation’s policies, objectives, and areas of focus. Depending on factors such as grant size and program scope, staff may conduct additional research through phone inquiries, meetings, or site visits. The Foundation’s Board of Directors generally makes funding decisions within 90 days of receiving a complete proposal, and applicants will be notified in writing once a decision is made. Successful grant recipients must sign a Grant Agreement and provide a final report detailing the outcomes of their funded program, including financial documentation of how grant funds were used. The Grant Agreement will specify the type of evaluation report required at the end of the funding period. Additionally, the Foundation maintains a conflict-of-interest policy, requiring directors and staff to disclose any relationships with applicant organizations and to abstain from voting on funding decisions where conflicts exist.