Applying for a Grant
A Pillar of Support for Monmouth County's Well-being
Since 1946, Monmouth Park Charity Fund has stood as a cornerstone of Monmouth County’s social fabric, unwavering in its dedication to the health and well-being of all residents. Driven by a core mission to empower local non-profits, the Fund channels vital resources to organizations providing critical healthcare services, supporting vulnerable individuals, and fostering enriching opportunities for those in need.
Through its flagship Traditional Grants Program, Monmouth Park Charity Fund champions transparency and inclusivity. By offering an open application process, the Fund ensures that a diverse range of non-profits have access to the crucial financial support they need to make a transformative difference in Monmouth County.
This unwavering commitment has yielded remarkable results. Over the years, the fund has proudly distributed millions of dollars, enabling countless non-profit organizations to expand their reach, enhance their services, and ultimately, uplift the lives of countless individuals across the community.
Application Process
All eligible 501©(3) non-profits are invited to apply for a Traditional Legacy Grant (TLG). The TLG grant application is released once a year around mid May.
To receive a grant application send an email request by May 1st to admin@mpcharityfund.org and include:
- name of agency and mission statement
- contact info
- confirmation that you are a 501(C)(3) for at least 3 years of operation
- what your % of service to Monmouth County residents
*if you were funded in the prior year you will automatically receive a grant application.
To be eligible for an Accomplish More Together Grant or a Winner’s Circle Society Transformational Grant the organization must have been a recipient of a Traditional Legacy grant (TLG) at the Distribution of Funds Tea the November prior.
Completed Grants and attachments are due as listed on the application. Between July and August site visits are made as needed (any new applicant will receive a site visit)
Sometime in September any organization who submitted a grant will be notified whether they will be receiving a grant. Specific grant amounts are not made available until:
November is when MPCF holds its Annual Roberta Fox Distribution of Funds Tea and grant checks are distributed. A representative from the grantee organization must attend in order to receive their grant award.
Additional special grants may be made available during the year and announcements will be posted.