[Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation](https://macyfoundation.org)

March 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $100,000 annually for up to 3 years (Board Grants); indirect costs capped at 10%

Supports innovative projects advancing health professions education aligned with the foundation’s strategic priorities.

Board Grants are by invitation only; unsolicited applications are not accepted.

--- ## Description The Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation Board Grants program funds innovative educational projects designed to advance the training and education of future health professionals. The program emphasizes alignment with the foundation’s three strategic priorities: promoting diversity, equity, and belonging; increasing collaboration among health professionals; and preparing health professionals to navigate ethical dilemmas. Projects must demonstrate impact beyond a local setting, directly engage learners, and preferably focus on the clinical learning environment. Board Grants are awarded through a competitive annual call for proposals, with each award tailored to specific educational goals. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical Board Grant: Up to $100,000 per year for up to 3 years (maximum total $300,000) - Indirect costs: Capped at 10% of direct costs - Award sizes and durations may vary by RFA --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations or public entities; no grants are made directly to individuals. - Projects must: - Align with at least one of the foundation’s [priority areas](https://macyfoundation.org/our-priorities) - Directly engage health professions learners (e.g., medical students, residents, undergraduate/graduate nursing students, or learners in other health professions) - Demonstrate impact beyond the local institution - Generally be demonstration and evaluation projects (not formal research) - Preferably focus on the clinical learning environment - The foundation does not fund general support, endowments, equipment, construction/renovation, capital campaigns, or activities outside the U.S. and its territories. - Board Grants are by invitation only; unsolicited applications are not accepted. --- ## Application Process - The Macy Foundation issues a Request for Applications (RFA) for Board Grants annually (typically in January). - Interested organizations must respond to the RFA; unsolicited Board Grant applications are not considered. - Application components typically include: - Cover letter on institutional letterhead signed by the principal investigator(s) - Project summary and description - Clear alignment with Macy priority areas - Measurable outcomes and evaluation plan - Project budget (using the foundation’s budget form) - Organizational and investigator information - Applications are submitted online via the [Macy Foundation grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Common/LogOn.aspx?eqs=y0IvNTomAgWMpCHNywJbzQ2). - Awards are generally announced in Summer/Fall following the application deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Grantees are required to submit narrative and financial reports throughout the grant period, following [Macy Foundation Board Grant reporting guidelines](https://macyfoundation.org/assets/reports/macy_foundation_board_grant_reporting_guidelines.pdf). - Projects should be designed for sustainability and potential scalability. - Preference is given to projects co-created with learners and those that address the clinical learning environment. --- ## External Links - [Board Grants Application Information](https://macyfoundation.org/our-grantees/apply) - [Foundation Priorities](https://macyfoundation.org/our-priorities) - [Sample Board Grant Reporting Guidelines (PDF)](https://macyfoundation.org/assets/reports/macy_foundation_board_grant_reporting_guidelines.pdf) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Common/LogOn.aspx?eqs=y0IvNTomAgWMpCHNywJbzQ2) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@macyfoundation.org](mailto:info@macyfoundation.org) | | Grant Applications | [applications@macyfoundation.org](mailto:applications@macyfoundation.org) | | Phone | (212) 486-2424 | | Address | 44 East 64th Street, New York, NY 10065 | | Contact Page | [Contact Macy Foundation](https://macyfoundation.org/contact) |

Board Grants - Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation

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