[Coefficient Giving](https://coefficientgiving.org/apply-for-funding)

April 20, 2026

Most grants are for 1–2 years; unrestricted general operating support is typical; specific project funding also possible; non-renewable by default.

Supports organizations and initiatives that mentor, advise, or create opportunities for individuals to pursue highly impactful careers.

Open to a wide range of project types and organization sizes; application is intentionally open-ended.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity from Coefficient Giving seeks proposals from organizations and initiatives dedicated to effective career development. The program is designed to identify and support new or existing efforts that empower individuals to pursue highly impactful careers, particularly through mentorship, advice, and opportunity creation. The RFP welcomes projects ranging from talent incubation and career coaching to media campaigns and infrastructure development for career-focused organizations. Coefficient Giving aims to streamline the application and review process, and to better understand the funding landscape and needs within the effective careers ecosystem. --- ## Due Dates - Full application deadline: April 20, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Most grants are for one or two years. - Unrestricted funding for general operating support is typical. - Funding for specific projects or needs may also be considered. - Grants are non-renewable by default. - Award sizes are flexible and determined by project needs; recent grants have ranged from ~$14,000 to over $500,000, but there is no fixed minimum or maximum. --- ## Eligibility - Open to any organization or project contributing to effective career development. - Eligible activities include (but are not limited to): - Talent incubation or fellowship programs - Career counseling, advising, or coaching services - High-impact career networks - Talent matching/headhunting services - Media initiatives to promote effective careers - Organizations must justify how additional funding will be used cost-effectively. - Existing grantees may apply for top-up funding. --- ## Application Process - Apply via the [online application form](https://forms.gle/oQGyHUydwgseRXoy8). - The application is intentionally open-ended; proposals may vary in format and approach. - Applicants are encouraged to be creative and submit bold, out-of-the-box ideas. - The application form is designed to collect all necessary information for review, but follow-up questions may occur. - Decisions are expected by the beginning of June 2026. - Due to a high volume of applications, individualized feedback will not be provided to unsuccessful applicants. --- ## Additional Information - Coefficient Giving prioritizes unrestricted support but can tailor grants to specific project needs. - The selection process considers impact forecasts, cost-effectiveness, scalability, track record, and strategic fit. - Example grantees include High Impact Professionals, Impactful Policy Careers, and Probably Good. - Potential project ideas include career accelerators, fellowship programs, demographic-specific talent efforts, university partnerships, and more. --- ## External Links - [Program RFP and details](https://coefficientgiving.org/funds/effective-giving-and-careers/request-for-proposals-effective-careers) - [Effective Giving & Careers program overview](https://coefficientgiving.org/funds/effective-giving-and-careers/) - [Application form](https://forms.gle/oQGyHUydwgseRXoy8) - [Sample application (Google Doc)](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rUF20FuyDPzJGNazkVJEWpeQ3tQE9Mb5iLmE0cp7_vY/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.9lh7byx1gv7t) - [FAQ](https://coefficientgiving.org/faq) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email Address | Role/Notes | |------------------|------------------------------------------------|--------------------------| | Kearney Capuano | [kearney.capuano@coefficientgiving.org](mailto:kearney.capuano@coefficientgiving.org) | Program Associate | | Melanie Basnak | [melanie.basnak@coefficientgiving.org](mailto:melanie.basnak@coefficientgiving.org) | Senior Program Officer | | General Contact | [Contact form](https://coefficientgiving.org/contact) | General inquiries |

RFP on Effective Careers

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