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Fiscal sponsorship

Apply for 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsorship

Focus on social innovation without starting a separate nonprofit—or while awaiting your own federal nonprofit status.

The process

From first conversation to shared clarity.

1

Start the conversation

Email us about yourself and your vision, schedule a complimentary call, or apply directly.

2

Board review

Our board discusses eligibility and generally responds within two to five days.

3

Orientation

We align on fiscal, legal, and program oversight, additional services, and mutual expectations.

Projects we sponsor

  • Environment
  • Arts for social change
  • Education
  • After-school youth
  • Community development
  • Health
  • Indigenous cultural preservation

Outside our scope

  • Political advocacy or lobbying-focused projects
  • Individual career or education advancement
  • Arts projects without a clear social-change connection
  • Business projects involving equity

Is sponsorship right for your project?

Talk with us