• The sponsoring organization has demonstrated strong leadership and management capability
• The proposed project has a specific focus in an area not presently supported adequately by other sources of funding
• If relevant, the project has a sound scientific basis and there are measurable goals
• The project is likely to make an important contribution to the field
• The project is responsive to the local population, involves local people in the planning and implementation process, and takes into account the cultural and economic impact of the project on the local population
• The project requires a relatively modest investment in order to make a significant impact

Priority is given to projects which have more than local application, are replicable, and are likely to be taken over and managed by a long-term funding source.

For useful advice about how to craft a successful proposal, we recommend perusing the book “Thank You for Submitting Your Proposal”, by Martin Teitel.

No grants are awarded to individuals.

Cut-Off Dates

The cut-off date for receipt of proposals to be considered by the Board at their June meeting is March 7. The cut-off date for receipt of proposals to be considered by the Board at their December meeting is September 7. Proposals must be received by 5:30 P.M. in the Compton Foundation office. If the cut-off date falls on a weekend, proposals will be accepted on the following Monday. If the cut-off date falls on a holiday, proposals are due the following workday.