http://www.playboy.com/pb-foundation/foundation-guidelines.html (PC Press Internet CD, 03/1996)
Playboy Foundation Guidelines
The Playboy Foundation was established in 1965 "to pursue, perpetuate and protect
the principles of freedom and democracy." The Playboy Foundation seeks to foster
social change by confining its grants and other support to projects of national
impact and scope involved in fostering open communication about, and research
into, human sexuality, reproductive health and rights; protecting and fostering
civil rights and civil liberties in the United States for all people, including
women, people affected and impacted by HIV/AIDS, gays and lesbians, racial
minorities, the poor and the disadvantaged; and eliminating censorship and
protecting freedom of expression.
The Foundation accepts grant proposals throughout the year. The Board of
Directors generally meets in the fall to consider proposals. Grants range from
$5000-$10,000. We are especially interested in projects where a small grant can
make a difference.
Requests for funds should include the following information:
- Description of the organization, including a summary of its background,
purpose, objectives and experience in the area for which funds are sought.
- Audited financial statements for the most recently completed fiscal year, as
well as an itemized project budget and proposed funding sources; amount of funds
requested, their proposed use and over what time period.
- Names and qualifications of people involved with the project.
- Organizational expenses and income for previous, current and coming fiscal
year.
- List of board members, their titles, outside affiliations and phone numbers.
- Internal Revenue Service verification that the organization is not a private
foundation and is exempt from taxation under Internal Revenue Service sections
509(a) and 501(c)3. A copy of the IRS tax-exempt letter must accompany the
proposal.
Grant Limitations
The Playboy Foundation will not consider religious programs, individual needs,
capital campaigns, endowments, scholarships or fellowships; nor social services,
including residential care, clinics, treatment or recreation programs; national
health, welfare, educational or cultural organizations, or their state or local
affiliates; nor government agencies or projects.
Proposals should be addressed to:
The Playboy Foundation
Executive Director
680 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Rev. 10/95
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