1.     If my organization does not receive a solicitation to submit a full application in the current year, can we reapply in the next and subsequent years?

Yes

2.    If my organization is not selected to submit a full application, will we get feedback on the reasons why?

Unfortunately, we do not have the resources to give feedback on each Letter of Intent submitted.  Please refer to the Grant Policies describing the qualifications for grant recipients.

3.     Can my organization submit a Letter of Intent anytime during the year?

Yes, but a response will not be addressed until the stated calendar period.

4.    Will you do onsite visits or interviews with grant applicants?

In most cases, no, but if the Board of Directors deems it worthwhile, a site visit might be requested.

5.    What if we have a general question that we do not see addressed on the website?

General inquiries and questions may be sent to info@supplefoundation.org.

6.     If my organization does not reside in the Coachella Valley, are we automatically excluded from a grant award?

The mission of the Supple Foundation is to promote arts and culture in the Coachella Valley.  That said, rare exceptions may be made, especially if it can be demonstrated that the award will benefit people in the Coachella Valley in some way.

7.     How do you define “arts and culture”?  Does it include health and wellness programs?

We broadly define arts and culture to include music, film, live theater, other creative arts, related education, and animal welfare.  Health and wellness programs could certainly relate to the arts and cultural needs of the Coachella Valley.

8. Do you provide grants to other private (“giving”) foundations in the Coachella Valley?

No, grants will be made only to qualified public, non-profit charities with current IRS 501 C 3 status.

9.     Will my organization be required to submit proof of its IRS 501 C 3 status?

Yes, your organization’s most recent IRS letter of 501 C 3 status will be required to be submitted with your full application in addition to an assurance that this standing has not lapsed.  In addition, Supple Foundation staff will check your status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Organizations.

10.  What if my organization does not have audited financial statements?

We recognize that many smaller organizations do not have audited financial statements.  In these cases, internally prepared, or unaudited financial statements will be accepted.

11.     How will the amount of the award to my organization be determined?  Will it be based on the amount requested?

The amount awarded will be determined by the Board of Directors according to the Grant Policies stated and based on several factors, of which the amount requested is just one.  There is no set formula for determining an award amount.

12.        Will the Supple Foundation accept donations from other individuals, businesses, or organizations?

The Supple Foundation is not a fundraising organization, but will graciously accept any donation.

13.       Once an award is granted, what are the reporting requirements for the recipient?

Generally, reports will be due in six month increments with a final report due at the end of the related project.  However, since many projects will vary in length, reporting requirements may change depending on the specific circumstances of the recipient.  Reporting requirements for all recipients will be detailed in the award letter.