Application Checklist
Grant Requests $250-$2,500
- Organization Name, Address, Phone, Email, Website 
- Representative Name, Affiliation, Phone, Email 
- Project Title, Area of Support 
- Amount Requested, Total Budget, Payable To 
- Summarize the program/project (500 words or less) 
- IRS 501c(3) Tax Exempt Documentation (determination letter or recent 990 filing) 
- Optional Supporting Materials 
Grant Requests Over $2,500
- Organization Name, Address, Phone, Email, Website 
- Representative Name, Affiliation, Phone, Email 
- Project Title, Area of Support, Proposed Date/Venue 
- Amount Requested, Total Budget, Payable To 
- Summarize the program/project (500 words or less) 
- How does the project benefit the Melrose community and/or 
 support the mission of the foundation? (250 words or less)
- Are other sources being approached for additional funding? (250 words or less) 
- Any additional project information? (250 words or less) 
- Budget: Projected Income & Expenses 
- IRS 501c(3) Tax Exempt Documentation (determination letter or recent 990 filing) 
- Year-End Financial Statement 
- Optional Supporting Materials 
