Does LIDS Foundation donate to fundraisers?

LIDS foundation supports organizations focusing on youth activities that will benefit their health, both physically and mentally, through grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.

Lids Foundation supplies grants to local and regional nonprofit organizations that provide opportunities for youth ages 18 and under. Organizations must provide direct support through youth programming youth athletics or activities which will benefit their health. Due to the number of requests they received, the foundation is unable to accommodate every request. They have established some guidelines to follow to make sure that they will be supporting causes that fit with their focuses. If you think your organization meets all their guidelines, you can submit your request through their online form, just complete the grant eligibility quiz. Be reminded that this application is for grant purposes only. Please do not fill out for donation requests such as product, sponsorships, or gift cards. Company Information: Lids Foundation trademarks and copyrights are owned by: Lids Foundation

Example Response from a Donation Request Submission: Hello Steven Black, It is our great pleasure to help and reach out to our community through grants. We’re on a mission to provide young people with opportunities that promote active and healthy lifestyles as well as leadership and growth opportunities. After reviewing your request, we believe that your organization adheres with our commitments to the community. We will contact you soon and speak with you in greater detail regarding this concern. We hope you continue with your great work! Best of luck! Reguards, Donation Committee

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What LIDS Foundation donates

LIDS Foundation has typically donated: Grant amounts ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.

Who can apply

LIDS Foundation donates to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. LIDS Foundation does not donate to individuals. LIDS Foundation does not support events run for profit.

LIDS Foundation limits donation requests by area: National.

When to ask

LIDS Foundation states a lead time of 1 month. Count back that far from your event date and send the request no later than then.

Across more than 25,000 fundraising events in our own records over fifteen years, March, April and May are the busiest months for fundraisers, October is the next busiest, and July and December are the quietest.

Work backwards from your event rather than forwards from today, and if your event falls in the spring peak, ask earlier than the stated lead time rather than later.

Common questions

Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to request a donation from LIDS Foundation?

Yes. LIDS Foundation's donation program is limited to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, so you will need your determination letter and Tax ID before you apply.

How far ahead should we ask LIDS Foundation for a donation?

LIDS Foundation's stated lead time is 1 month. Work backwards from your event date: count back that far from the day of the event and send your request before that point.