Raskob Foundation: International Programme
Overview
The Raskob Foundation has particular interest in projects in which self-help and local support are demonstrated. Applications to the Foundation are considered on their merits. Need and the good to be accomplished are prime considerations.
The Raskob Foundation supports a large variety of programs and projects, addressing the corporal and spiritual works of mercy, as well as Catholic Social Teachings. The docket is one of goodness, supporting programs that meet social or spiritual needs of individuals, particularly those on the margins, such as welcoming the stranger, feeding the hungry, accompanying the vulnerable, providing access to education, or aiding in faith formation.
For projects that take place outside of the US & its territories
Grants tend to be for between $5,000 and $15,000.
Construction/Renovation projects costing over $200,000 are not accepted for consideration until:
- 50% of the total cost is in hand.
- Signed construction contract is in existence.
- Construction is underway
Eligibility
Organizations located within the U.S. and or the U.S. territories may apply if:
1. Tax - exempt 501 (c) (3) with public charity status
2. Catholic - listed in the P.J. Kenedy Official Catholic Directory
Organizations located outside of the U.S. and or the U.S. territories may apply if:
1. Non-profit, non governmental status equivalent to a public charity as found in the United States.
2. Catholic - as verified by Ordinary of the Diocese
Requirements (non-US Organizations referenced only)
Foreign - Organizations located outside of the U.S. must include the following documents translated and submitted in English only:
1. Verification Form - from the ordinary of the Arch/Diocese
3. Affidavit Form - from the organization applying, NOT from the fiscal agent
4. NGO Status Documentation - from the organization applying, NOT from the fiscal agent
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM Invited to apply for a full application.
Organizations located outside U.S. must include the following documents:
1. Detailed Project Budget
OPTIONAL:
- Narrative
- Photos
- Other
Recent Grants
For details of grants approved, visit the website here