Proposal Deadlines

Before You Apply:
Please review our Application Process page, which outlines the required documents needed to apply. All application materials must be submitted by NOON on the posted deadline day. The Parker Foundation does not accept personal delivery of grant proposals. Note: New deadlines are added as the year progresses. The Foundation typically holds six board meetings per year.

What to Expect After Submission:
Your application will first be reviewed at a board meeting. If a Board Member expresses interest in your proposal during that meeting, you will receive a defer letter within one week of the board meeting indicating that your application is under further consideration. A volunteer Board Member will then contact you directly to schedule a site visit.

Following the site visit, the Board Member will present your request and their findings at the next scheduled board meeting. Within one week of that meeting, you will be informed of the outcome—either with a grant agreement (via email) if the request is approved, or a denial letter (by mail) if it is not.

Eligibility for Reapplication:
If your organization previously received a grant, you must wait at least two (2) years from the date on the grant agreement before submitting another proposal. If your proposal was denied, you must wait at least one (1) year from the date on the denial letter before reapplying. If you are unsure about the appropriate time to reapply, please contact the Foundation at m[email protected] for guidance.

Learn from Past Grants:
To better understand the types of projects we support, we encourage you to explore our Historical Summaries page. This section highlights three years of past grantmaking and may provide valuable insight into the initiatives we’ve previously funded.

Funding Focus:
The Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in their efforts to improve life for all San Diegans.