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Pre-approved Applicants and Current Partners

Merancas Foundation only accepts GRANT PROPOSALS from pre-approved applicants and current partners. If you have received an “Access Code” to complete the full application, please begin your GRANT PROPOSAL using the “Log In” button below and accessing your organization’s portal. 

PLEASE NOTE: Current partners have been assigned an annual deadline for their grant requests to be received:  February 15th (spring cycle) or August 15th (fall cycle).  If your organization is unsure when your grant is due, please contact the Foundation.  Late submissions with no outreach (explanation /communication) to the Foundation’s staff PRIOR TO the deadline will not be accepted.

Should you desire a Foundation staff member review your application and provide any feedback, please submit at least three weeks prior to the appropriate deadline stated above and notify us accordingly at: [email protected].

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Potential and Not Yet Approved Applicants

 The Merancas Foundation is always interested in learning more about nonprofit organizations and programs that fall within our charitable scope. You may submit an ARE WE A MATCH (AWM) request on our grant portal at any time during the year by clicking the “Log In” button below and creating an account for this specific application.

Due to the high volume of inquiries we receive, we may not respond to every submission. We will, however, reach out to organizations with applications that align with our mission and peak our interest.

PLEASE NOTE: All AWM applications that are in “draft” status for a period of six or more months without any log in activity will be marked as “Abandoned” and a new AWM application will need to be initiated, completed, and submitted within the next six months.

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Guidelines

Thank you for your interest in applying for a grant from The Merancas Foundation. As an organization and family, we value your contributions and commitments to enriching the lives of individuals and communities in need. While we recognize the importance of the many not-for-profit organizations in our service areas, The Merancas Foundation is focused on only providing grants to organizations that fulfill its mission through programs and services. Here are several important things to keep in mind before proceeding with the application process:

  • Please read and understand our mission, vision, and values before you apply.
  • The Foundation has specific geographic focuses which only include the metropolitan areas of Atlanta, Georgia; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Trenton, New Jersey.
  • Grants are only made to qualified tax-exempt nonprofits under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) code.
  • The Foundation awards grants to organizations with programs and initiatives that further our mission. We invest in nonprofit organizations that support individuals in crisis, provide pathways for adults to achieve self-sufficiency, and help children reach their greatest potential.
  • The Foundation does not award grants to support religion, politics, or the arts. However, the Foundation is aware that good charitable work is performed by many religious organizations. Therefore, the Foundation may support specific programs of these organizations that fall within our charitable scope, provided these programs do not promote or serve as a gateway to any specific religious beliefs.

Overview

The Merancas Foundation uses Foundant Grant Lifecycle Manager (GLM) as its grant management portal. All applicants must log in to this system and create an account with The Merancas Foundation. Once an account is created, users are able to apply, submit, and manage requests. In addition to requests, this system is also the source for submitting final reports and follow-ups associated with a grant.

The Merancas Foundation is always happy to discuss any questions or address any special assistance needs via phone: 980-237-1386 or email: [email protected].

Grant Types

Our Foundation awards grants in three distinct formats. Applicants can request their preferred grant type, yet the Foundation reserves the right to award grants as it deems appropriate. The Foundation may make awards in any, or multiple, of the following configurations:

  • Sustaining Grants – The Merancas Foundation issues sustaining grants to qualified applicants on a year-to-year basis. Applicants may use the same Access Code in subsequent years to re-apply for funding. The award of a sustaining grant will not guarantee any future awards. Applications are evaluated annually on their own merit.
  • Installment Grants – The Merancas Foundation awards installment grants on a very limited basis. These grants are usually given to support capital requests or a specific interest for the receiving organization. Installment grants are issued in multiple payments over a defined timeframe. It is generally expected that funding will terminate at the end of the installment period.
  • One-Time Grants – The Merancas Foundation issues one-time grants for specific projects or initiatives that do not require repeat funding. Recipients of one-time grants should not expect to be considered for additional funding for a minimum of three years from the grant award.