Our Grantmaking Priorities
NEW GRANTS GUIDELINES WILL BE AVAILABLE ON MARCH 21, 2022.
COVID-19 Response
2020 and 2021 grantmaking has focused on community needs stemming from the outbreak of the COVID-19 crisis. The Foundation will be taking a phased approach for the remainder of the year to respond with additional grants to meet needs in the community as the crisis unfolds.
Grantmaking Focus Area
Grants are limited to projects and efforts that address the needs of Lakewood residents. The projects and efforts should primarily serve the following vulnerable populations: single-parent heads of household of minor children; children/youth; seniors; and refugees/immigrants.
Future Grantmaking
Remaining grant funds for 2021 will be dedicated to meeting community needs stemming from the COVID-19 crisis. These will be selected through proactive outreach to community government leaders and nonprofit leadership.
Details for future grantmaking will be available in early 2021. HLF intends to launch an open application process for grants in 2022 and will provide a combination of Opportunity, Community, and Systems Change grants.