Funding Guidelines
The Foundation for Child Development does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding requests are extended by invitation only. We fund organizations that are non-profit, as recognized by the United States Internal Revenue Service under the Internal Revenue code 501(c)(3).
Our Young Scholars Program for fellowship grants is our only open competition. Please explore our Young Scholars Program for comprehensive details on objectives, eligibility, and the application process.
What We Fund
We support various types of activities aligned with our mission and current initiatives:
- Research: Support to generate and synthesize research to inform policy, practice, and advocacy.
- Fellowships: Support to early career scholars for research, mentoring, and networking opportunities.
- Public policy: Support to build public awareness and policymaker education through grants, convenings, communications, and collaboration.
- Communications: Support to disseminate information, facilitate dialogue, and shift narratives in order to inform policy, influence public opinion, and mobilize communities.
What We Do Not Fund
- Direct services
- Capital campaigns and endowments
- The purchase, construction, or renovation of buildings
- Grants for projects outside the United States