Karen and Mark Cator Family Foundation

Letters of Inquiry

Begin a conversation with trustees

We accept inquiries year-round from eligible 501(c)(3) organizations. Please summarize your mission, community served, and primary operational focus. Every submission receives a written response within thirty days.

Review Schedule

Trustee evaluation milestones

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Submission receipt

Biannual board review

Decision notification

Initial letters are acknowledged within five business days, followed by a formal review of organizational alignment.

Comprehensive evaluations take place during our April and October trustee sessions for shortlisted proposals.

Every applicant receives a thorough written response detailing trustee decisions within thirty days of review.

Eligibility

Documentation and focus areas

Grants are directed exclusively to organizations holding recognized 501(c)(3) status or working through established fiscal sponsorships. We prioritize initiatives centered on educational access, youth development, and family resilience within our designated geographic regions.

We encourage concise submissions that clearly articulate community-led solutions. Please refrain from submitting lengthy bound binders or unsolicited multi-year proposals during the initial inquiry stage.