Step One: The Inquiry Process

A Letter of Intent is no longer needed. To begin the inquiry process, applicants must contact the Foundation to determine if the proposed project is consistent with the Foundation’s goals and interests. 

Let’s have a conversation about your proposed project, 

Email or Call us at: 218.726.9000

Short form proposal (requests $3,500 or less) inquiries are accepted year-round. 

Full form proposal (requests over $3,500) inquiries follow the timeline listed below: 

Step Two: Application 

Short form proposals (requests $3,500 or less) that fit the Foundation’s priorities and interests will be encouraged to submit an application which will be reviewed by Foundation staff. A decision can be expected within 10 days.

Full form proposals (requests over $3,500) that fit the Foundation’s priorities and interests will be encouraged to submit a grant application according to the timeline listed below: 

Additional information may be requested, especially if the proposed project is complex. In addition, Foundation staff and a Board member will conduct a site visit to better understand the project. 

Following the review process, the Foundation Executive Director will prepare a staff report with recommendations for the Board of Directors, who will make the final decisions on grants. 

The Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation is unable to fund all submitted proposals even if they meet program guidelines as funding requests often exceed available funding. 

*If  you are a current grantee and need help accessing your account, please email the Foundation staff, mly@lloydkjohnsonfoundation.org