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Apply for Grant/Program Support

Grant/Program Support is a Hamer D. and Phyllis C. Shafer Foundation grant providing funding that varies by award. Applications are due 2026-12-01 (closing in 16 days).

How to apply for Grant/Program Support

  1. Confirm your organization is eligible for Grant/Program Support from Hamer D. and Phyllis C. Shafer Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Hamer D. and Phyllis C. Shafer Foundation before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Grant/Program Support?
Grant/Program Support is offered by Hamer D. and Phyllis C. Shafer Foundation, and its eligibility is set by the funder's own terms, which read: "Grants are generally awarded to organizations in Delaware County, Indiana and Traverse City, Michigan areas. The Foundation is not currently accepting multi-year requests. Focus areas include Arts & Culture, Education..." It is available in IN. Check the full eligibility section of the funder's notice before applying.
How much funding does the Grant/Program Support provide?
Hamer D. and Phyllis C. Shafer Foundation does not publish a set award amount for Grant/Program Support, so award sizes vary. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs, and confirm the expected range with the funder.
When is the Grant/Program Support deadline?
Applications for Grant/Program Support are due 2026-12-01 (closing in 16 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Hamer D. and Phyllis C. Shafer Foundation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Grant/Program Support?
To apply for Grant/Program Support, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Hamer D. and Phyllis C. Shafer Foundation.

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