2008 Timetable

Request for Applications (RFA) for GSA released: May 19, 2008 Download RFA here.
GSA pre-application workshop: June 5, 2008
GSA applications due: July 2, 2008
Anticipated award date: September 18, 2008

The Foundation provides General Support grants (as described in I.R.S. Regulation 26CFR § 53.4945-2(a)(6)(i)) to tax-exempt nonprofit agencies currently involved in health-related public policy advocacy work on behalf of Missouri residents. These unrestricted funds are intended to provide the financial flexibility for 501(c)(3) agencies to address newly emerging health policy issues in a timely way and are not earmarked for a specific project or activity. The funds cannot be used for lobbying activities other than those permitted under IRS regulations governing tax exempt organizations.

Targeted Advocacy Project (TAP)

2008 Timetable

Request for Applications (RFA) for TAP released: May 19, 2008 Download RFA here.
TAP pre-application workshop: June 5, 2008
TAP applications due: July 2, 2008
Anticipated award date: September 18, 2008

In 2008, the Foundation is refocusing TAP funding to address the essential components of a strong and effective health care system for all Missourians: quality, affordability, and accessibility. Therefore, through this Request for Applications (RFA), the Foundation will award TAP grants to Missouri non-profit agencies that present innovative public policy projects directed at addressing one of these components.

For more information on the GSA or TAP RFAs, please contact M. Ryan Barker, Policy Analyst at 314.345.5510 or rbarker@mffh.org.