For Interested Grantseekers
The Heising-Simons Foundation's For Interested Grantseekers program funds innovative research and science projects aligned with the Foundation’s strategic priorities, primarily by invitation.
Funder: Heising-Simons Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (by invitation only) | Occasional open calls (announced on blog/program pages)
Funding Amounts: Varies by program and project; no standard minimum or maximum. Typical award size and duration are not specified.
Summary: Funding supports partnerships and projects aligned with the Foundation’s strategic priorities in climate, education, science, human rights, and select initiatives.
Key Information: Most funding is by invitation; unsolicited proposals are generally not accepted.
Description
The Heising-Simons Foundation develops funding partnerships through proactive engagement by its program staff, who identify promising organizations and collaborations aligned with the Foundation’s strategic priorities. The Foundation’s grantmaking spans several focus areas, including Climate and Clean Energy, Early Childhood Education, Science, Human Rights, Journalism, and Youth Housing. Most funding opportunities are by invitation only, with program staff sourcing potential grantees via internal research, convenings, and established networks. Occasionally, the Foundation announces open requests for proposals (RFPs) for specific initiatives, which are posted on their blog and relevant program pages.
