[Hillman Foundation](https://www.hillmanfoundation.org)

Rolling

Award amounts vary; no set minimum or maximum. Review typically takes 2–3 months.

Supports projects aligned with the Hillman Foundation’s mission and priorities, focused on Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania, with LOIs accepted year-round.

--- ## Description The Hillman Foundation offers grants to support projects that advance its mission and strategic priorities, with a strong emphasis on initiatives benefiting Pittsburgh and the surrounding southwestern Pennsylvania region. The application process begins with the submission of a brief letter of intent (LOI) via the online Fluxx Grant Portal. The Foundation’s program staff and Board of Trustees review proposals on a rolling basis, prioritizing alignment with the Foundation’s geographic and programmatic focus areas. The review process is thorough and may take several weeks for an initial response and up to two to three months for a full review, with final funding decisions made by the Board. --- ## Due Dates - Rolling (LOIs and full applications accepted year-round) --- ## Funding Amount - No fixed minimum or maximum award amount; grants are tailored to project scope and Foundation priorities. - Initial review typically takes several weeks; full review and decision may require two to three months. --- ## Eligibility - Organizations must be classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) and as public charities under Section 509(a) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. - Government entities that are federally tax-exempt may also apply. - Projects must align with the Hillman Foundation’s mission, strategic priorities, and geographic focus on Pittsburgh and the 10-county southwestern Pennsylvania region. - Fiscal sponsorships are discouraged except in temporary or rigorously managed situations. - The Foundation does **not** fund: - Organizations based outside the United States - Direct support for individuals - Conference, event, or training sponsorships - Documentary and film projects - Endowment contributions - Debt reduction - Annual appeals --- ## Application Process - Review the Foundation’s [strategic priorities](https://main.dcbs3hwm7d0dp.amplifyapp.com/pages/hillman-priorities) to ensure alignment. - Submit a brief LOI summarizing your project via the [Fluxx Grant Portal](https://hillman.fluxx.io/). - If the LOI is approved, you may be invited to submit a full application. - Allow several weeks for an initial response; full decision process may take up to three months. - Final approval is made by the Board of Trustees, which meets at least annually and may meet quarterly. --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation’s grant portal functions best in Chrome, Safari, or Firefox. - For detailed guidance and FAQs, visit the [Hillman Foundation grant FAQs](https://hillmanfoundation.com/pages/hillman-faqs). --- ## External Links - [Hillman Foundation – Grants Process](https://main.dcbs3hwm7d0dp.amplifyapp.com/pages/hillman-grants-process) - [Hillman Foundation Strategic Priorities](https://main.dcbs3hwm7d0dp.amplifyapp.com/pages/hillman-priorities) - [Fluxx Grant Portal](https://hillman.fluxx.io/) - [Hillman Foundation Grant FAQs](https://hillmanfoundation.com/pages/hillman-faqs) --- ## Contact Information - [Hillman Foundation Homepage](https://www.hillmanfoundation.org) - No direct email or phone contact listed; use the grant portal or FAQ page for inquiries.

Grants Process - Hillman Foundation

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