[Homer Foundation](https://www.homerfoundation.org)

Up to $5,000 per request; typical award is one-time, short-term funding.

Provides fast-turnaround, non-competitive grants for charitable activities benefiting the greater Homer area, reviewed monthly.

--- ## Description The Homer Foundation Quick Response Grants Program is a year-round, non-competitive funding opportunity designed to support charitable activities that enhance the quality of life for residents of the greater Homer area and the southern Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. This program is intended for smaller-scale projects and offers a rapid review process, with applications considered monthly. Funding is focused on projects that align with the Foundation's mission of community improvement through charitable work. --- ## Due Dates - April 27, 2026 - May 25, 2026 - June 29, 2026 - July 27, 2026 - August 24, 2026 - September 28, 2026 - October 26, 2026 - November 30, 2026 Applications must be received at least 30 days before the start of the project or the need for funding. For urgent needs sooner than this timeline, contact Foundation staff before applying. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $5,000 per grant request. - Typical grant is one-time, short-term funding. - Requests over $5,000 require prior discussion with the Foundation and a separate process (letter of inquiry and full board review, taking 1–2 additional months). --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Nonprofit organizations within the southern Kenai Peninsula service area, recognized by the IRS under section 501(c)(3), or other qualified not-for-profit entities. - Societies and groups not recognized as 501(c)(3) but working to enhance quality of life in the service area (must provide satisfactory expenditure responsibility). - Faith-based organizations (for secular community programs, with restrictions). - Tribal entities. - Municipal governments and school districts (operational requests generally ineligible, but may be considered by full board upon resubmission). Additional criteria: - Applicants must have completed and evaluated any previous Quick Response Grant from the Foundation before applying again. - Projects must not have already started; no reimbursement for past expenditures. - Not routinely funded: general operating expenses, routine maintenance, new buildings, fundraising, or repeat projects within 12 months. - Not supported: politically directed programs, research projects, feasibility studies, or religious activities. --- ## Application Process 1. **Online Application:** Submit via the [Homer Foundation Quick Response Grant Application](https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/103856-The-Homer-Foundation). 2. **Profile Creation:** Applicants must create a profile in the online system. 3. **Paper Applications:** Available upon request for those unable to apply online (earlier deadline applies). 4. **Review Timeline:** Applications are reviewed monthly; submit at least one week before the scheduled meeting for consideration that month. 5. **Application Assistance:** Program Manager Lauren Seaton (lseaton@homerfoundation.org) is available for questions and pre-submission review (time permitting). 6. **Decision Time:** Approximately 30 days from submission. --- ## Additional Information - Projects are strengthened by diverse funding sources and evidence of community support. - At least one letter of support is required for collaborative or multi-organization projects. - Applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation with eligibility or process questions. - Past grantees are listed in the Foundation’s annual report. --- ## External Links - [Homer Foundation Grant Programs Overview](https://www.homerfoundation.org/grant-programs/) - [Quick Response Grant Application Portal](https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/103856-The-Homer-Foundation) - [Quick Response Grant Application Help Video](https://vimeo.com/998815768?fl=pl&fe=vl) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Contact Form | |---------------------|---------------------------------------|--------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@homerfoundation.org](mailto:info@homerfoundation.org) | 907-235-0541 | [Contact Form](https://www.homerfoundation.org/contact/) | | Program Manager | [lseaton@homerfoundation.org](mailto:lseaton@homerfoundation.org) | 907-235-0541 | | ---

Homer Foundation Quick Response Grants Program

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