Large Grants

Dreyer's Large Grants focus on young people from preschool to grade 12, primarily in Oakland and the East Bay. A limited number of requests will be considered from markets across the country where Dreyer's or Edy's employees are involved. Grants will be given to K-12 public education and programs that help students to succeed in core academic subjects and graduate to post secondary education and/or vocational training. Priority will be given to programs, either in-school or after school, which are provided in sequential, consistent basis to students throughout the year. Organizations may request support for capital items, program expenses, operating expenses, start-up costs, materials, and/or supplies. Priority will be given to those programs/projects that support low- and middle-income youth and minority youth. The Foundation supports ongoing programs with long-term results. One-day or short-term events will not be considered. The Foundation does not fund basic health, clothing or shelter needs. Large Grant Proposals (over $3,000) are reviewed on an annual basis and must be submitted prior to January 15th of each year. An organization may submit only one proposal annually. Application Procedure: To apply for a Dreyer's Large Grant, please submit a proposal no longer than three pages on your organization's stationery. Please include the following information: History/description of organization Nature of request and specific use of funding How proposal addresses grant criteria Copy of current tax exemption letter Copy of current operating budget and budget for the specific project for which funds will be used Copy of most recent audited financial statement List of previous Dreyer's contributions and list of pending proposals or anticipated support from other organizations Name, address, e-mail and daytime telephone number of contact person Current membership list of board of directors Please mail your proposal to: Dreyer's Foundation 5929 College Avenue Oakland, California 94618 Contact us with any questions about Large Grants.

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