The Hearst Foundations DO NOT FUND organizations that are:
based outside of the United States
operating with audited expenses less than $2 million
undergoing leadership transitions or with new leadership in place for less than one year
not registered as 501(c)(3) organizations. An IRS determination letter is required to receive funding
The Hearst Foundations DO NOT FUND proposals seeking funding for:
festivals, tours, conferences, workshops or seminars
radio, film or television production
publications, books, magazines or newspapers
advocacy or public policy research
special events, tickets, tables or advertising for fundraising events
seed money or pilot programs
established programs lacking demonstrable long-term impact on populations served
program-related investments (PRI)
local chapters of national organizations (the Foundations typically fund initiatives at the national/headquarters level)
scholarship or fellowship recipients studying or residing outside of the United States
In Limited Cases, the Foundations Fund:
Endowment grants, provided the organization has an existing endowment with the Hearst Foundations and a track record of strong performance and consistent stewardship
Faith-based organizations, provided that the services they offer are inclusive and fit within the Foundations' guidelines
Organizations lacking regional and national support (Grants of $100,000 and above are preferred).