[The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations](https://www.avdf.org)

February 2026 (LOI) | April 2026 (Full Proposal)

Typical awards range from $100,000–$400,000 for project periods of up to 2 years.

Supports discrete projects in Private Higher Education and Interfaith Leadership and Religious Literacy through a competitive, multi-stage grant process.

--- ## Description The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations (AVDF) provide funding for projects that advance their philanthropic mission in two primary program areas: Private Higher Education and Interfaith Leadership and Religious Literacy. The grant process is structured in two stages: submission of a Letter of Inquiry (LOI), followed by an invitation-only Full Proposal for selected applicants. Proposals are evaluated rigorously by staff and, in some cases, external reviewers, with final funding decisions made by the AVDF Board of Trustees. AVDF prioritizes projects that demonstrate academic quality, innovation, and lasting impact, and generally funds discrete initiatives rather than ongoing operational or capital support. --- ## Due Dates - February 2026: Letter of Inquiry (LOI) deadline (anticipated/projected) - April 2026: Full Proposal deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $100,000 to $400,000. - Project periods are generally up to 2 years. - Funding is for discrete projects; AVDF does not support capital projects, endowments, or general organizational support. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be U.S.-based public charities with 501(c)(3) status. - Only projects within the following program areas are eligible: - Private Higher Education - Interfaith Leadership and Religious Literacy - AVDF does not fund individuals, capital projects, endowments, or organizations outside the United States. --- ## Application Process - **Stage 1: Letter of Inquiry (LOI)** - Submit an LOI through the [AVDF online portal](https://avdf.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new). - The LOI should include a brief project description, requested amount, and anticipated results. - Only the most competitive LOIs are invited to submit a Full Proposal. - **Stage 2: Full Proposal (by invitation only)** - Invited applicants submit a detailed proposal including project budget, outcomes, and responses to specific questions. - Proposals may undergo external review and require revisions. - Final decisions are made by the AVDF Board of Trustees, typically with a notification by June. --- ## Additional Information - AVDF funds discrete, well-defined projects rather than general operating support. - All application materials must be submitted online via the AVDF portal. - Feedback on draft LOIs or consultations on potential requests are not provided. - Projects should not have start dates before June 1 of the award year. --- ## External Links - [AVDF Grant Application Portal](https://avdf.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new) - [Grant Calendar](https://www.avdf.org/grant-seekers/grant-calendar/) - [Programs Overview](https://www.avdf.org/programs-overview/) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.avdf.org/grant-seekers/frequently-asked-questions/) - [Grant Database](https://www.avdf.org/grant-seekers/grant-database/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [email protected] | | Phone | (904) 359-0670 | | Address | 225 Water Street, Suite 1510, Jacksonville, FL 32202-5185 | | Contact Form | [Contact AVDF](https://www.avdf.org/contact/) |

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