Grant Program Information

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*** RECENTLY UPDATED FOR FALL 2010***

Please note: we require ten (10) collated copies of the application. (If you are unable to provide ten (10) copies of a DVD, we will accept one (1) copy).

Click here for our COMPLETE Application Guidelines.

For Kids Only seeks to fund programs with specific faith-based components focused on “at risk” children ages 0 to 12 that further our mission, have specific measurable spiritual and academic outcomes, and serve as a model in their local community.

FKO funds programs across the United States. We do not fund any international programs, even if they are based in the US.

Our definition of at-risk:
At-risk children are children at a disadvantage academically, economically, socially, and/or spiritually. We consider a combination of these characteristics necessary for an application – not only one at-risk characteristic (i.e. spiritually only).

This can include poverty, abuse and neglect, failing school performance special needs, behaviorally challenged, , etc.

Application info:

We have two funding cycles each year. Applications are due in our office (not just postmarked) by:  January 6 OR July 6.

    • If the 6th falls on a weekend, it is due the following business day – NO EXCEPTIONS
    • Any application we receive after the deadline FOR ANY REASON will not be considered for funding until the next grant cycle.

Please use our application form only. Be clear, concise and detailed.

We do not require a letter of inquiry to apply for a grant. After reviewing our grant information thoroughly, if your proposal fits the FKO mission, you may apply. When applying for a Dare to Dream Grant, download and submit via FedEx, UPS or Priority mail the provided application.

Please verify that you qualify for our grant program by reviewing our Complete Guidelines and the "Do Not Fund" section. If you qualify, please ensure you can provide ALL of the information required. Grant applications will be disqualified if they are not complete. Applications not adhering to the Dare to Dream guidelines will be disqualified immediately with no reasons given.

Click here to download the Grant Application

**PLEASE USE OUR APPLICATION TEMPLATE ONLY. Do not retype or submit application in any other form.

Please note: we require ten (10) complete and collated copies of the application. (If you are unable to provide ten (10) copies of a DVD, we will accept one (1) copy).

Get Acrobat*You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print the application.  Click icon to the right to get Adobe Acrobat.

Applications should be sent to...

For Kids Only, Inc.
P.O. Box 10237
Newport Beach, CA  92658

For Kids Only receives many applications and funding is limited. Applications that the board feels fit the FKO mission and adhere to all our funding guidelines will be given priority. All grants must be for charitable purposes in accordance with IRS regulations.

Application Timeline

PLEASE NOTE:
If granted funds, there is a 4 year waiting period
before you may reapply.
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January 6
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July 6		 space All applications are due in the For Kids Only office by January 6th and July 6th. If applications reach the office after the 6th, they will be held over until the next possible funding session. If the 6th falls on a weekend, the due date is the following business day.
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February 5
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August 5		   Applications have been reviewed. Acceptance letters are sent out based on the review committee's decisions.
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Feb. 20 - Apr. 1
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Aug. 20 - Oct. 1 		spacer Site visits/phone interviews are scheduled and conducted.
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April 1
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October 1 		spacer Deadline for additional materials that are requested in interviews. Staff preparation of applications for the board.
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End of April
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Applications are presented to the FKO Dare to Dream grant board for funding decisions.

Awards released by June 1 and December 1
Accountability progress report due one year from award date.

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What we DO NOT fund:

Please thoroughly review our application and this “Do Not Fund” section before applying.

  • Staff salaries, hourly wages, stipends, personnel expenses, or reimbursements of any kind
  • Non-Christian organizations
  • Youth over the age of 12
  • Organizations without a 501c3
  • Fund-raising events of any kind
  • Building construction or refurbishing of any kind
  • Curriculum development
  • Training seminars, conferences, annual meetings, or think-tank sessions provided by your organization
  • Research projects
  • Endowments
  • Individuals
  • Political or lobbying activities
  • Schools
  • Rent and utilities for program operations
  • Consultant fees

Funding Priorities:

These types of programs will be given priority:

  • Specifically outlined programs containing an academic component
  • A strong spiritual component which includes an intentional presentation of the gospel to the children
  • Focused goals that clearly define your vision for the future and provide benchmarks for growth in your program
  • Clearly defined budget with each item designated by a separate line within the document.
  • Every request submitted by a church must be distinctly community outreach, not a program designed for children already attending within the congregation.

Brochure Request

Fill out this form to receive
your "Dare to Dream" grant brochure by mail (USA only) or
CLICK HERE to download a PDF*.

Your email address
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Your name
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Name of Organization
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Street address
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City
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State
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Zip Code

*You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader
to view and print the brochure
(11 X 8.5 folded to 5.5 X 8.5)
Click icon below to get Adobe Acrobat.
Adobe Acrobat

Accountability Program

The accountability progress report is due one year from award date. This includes:

  • A one page essay about current achievements within your program
  • A budget report regarding how FKO funding was spent
  • Any literature or photos of the program

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