Project Build Hope
The David R. Sellers Foundation invites nonprofits who demonstrate a need for design-build services to submit a letter of interest for our 2023 - 2024 capital grant cycle. We are seeking one nonprofit located in the Phoenix County and one nonprofit located in Dallas, Texas.
The Award
The recipient will receive full schematic design and consultation services. Services may include site analysis, master planning, conceptual design, interior design ETC. The recipient will also receive a capital grant of a minimum of $50,000. The DRS Foundation will partner with the chosen organization to plan a fundraiser event. All the money raised at the event will go entirely to the grant recipient.
Evaluation Criteria
Your organization must meet the following criteria in order to apply for the capital grant from the David R. Sellers Foundation.
Organization must have a 501(c)3 status
Demonstrate a strong need for design-build services
Organization serves and focuses on the betterment of those in need
If based in Arizona, organization is located in the greater Phoenix community
If based in Texas, organization is located in Dallas
Demonstrate potential for continued operation beyond support by the DRS Foundation
Submit a letter that follows the LOI outline
The chosen recipient understands they are required to submit an interim grant report
The chosen recipient understands they are required to submit a final grant report
The Process
June 1st - Grant Application Form Opens
September 1st - Grant Application Form Closes at 5pm
December 1st - Partnership Announced; Grant Recipient is chosen
February 1st - Schematic Design and Budget Complete
May 1st - Fundraising complete and capital grant awarded
Apply
Applications are due by September 1st, 2023, and close promptly at 5pm. Any submissions made after the deadline will not be considered.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please email info@drsaz.org