Strategic Project Grant Application Process
The M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust Strategic Project Grant funds capacity-building science and research projects in the Pacific Northwest, supporting research expansion, infrastructure, and innovation.
Funder: M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust
Due Dates: July 17, 2026 (Full application, Period 2) | August 3, 2026 (LOI, Period 3) | November 20, 2026 (LOI, Period 4) | December 1, 2026 (Full application, Period 3) | March 20, 2027 (Full application, Feb–Mar window)
Funding Amounts: Grants typically range from $100,000+; minimum project budget $200,000; duration and size vary by project type.
Summary: Multi-stage grant supporting capacity-building projects for nonprofits and eligible entities in the Pacific Northwest.
Key Information: Requires LOI submission in specific windows; only eligible organizations and projects aligned with Trust priorities are considered.
Description
The Strategic Project Grant from the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust offers significant funding for capacity-building projects—including staff or program expansion, capital improvements, and equipment/technology upgrades—for nonprofits and eligible entities in the Pacific Northwest. The process is highly structured, beginning with an eligibility assessment and Letter of Inquiry (LOI), followed by invitation-only full applications. Projects must align with one of the Trust’s focus areas: Artistic & Cultural Expression, Civic Engagement & Community Services, Education & Leadership Development, Health & Environmental Stewardship, or Scientific Research. The grant is designed to strengthen organizational capacity and advance human flourishing in the region.
