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The Letters Foundation welcomes letters written by individuals on behalf of themselves or household members in a situation of dire need.
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The Letters Foundation only considers requests from individuals residing in the United States, either citizens or those with documented immigration status. EXCLUSIONS: The Foundation does not make grants for capital construction costs, endowments, medical or academic research, experimental medical treatments, scholarships, sectarian or religious purposes, general fundraising drives or events, loans of any type (personal or business), business startups, student loans/debt, tuition, or to support candidates for political office. The Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals from nonprofit institutions. While the Foundation does not pay tuition, some vocational training programs are considered.
We appreciate your courage in reaching out to us, and will hold your letter in strictest confidence.
Your Letter Checklist
To qualify for consideration, include a detailed description of your difficulty and a specific request for the item or service that you feel would be of most help. Additionally, please include the following details:
Full Name
Mailing Address
Date of Birth
Email Address
Contact Number(s)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will you do with my information?
Letters Foundation takes many steps to ensure the security of your data. Physical letters are safely and securely stored with Iron Mountain for both legal compliance and historical purposes. Application documents are scanned and stored electronically in a secure database, and then securely shredded and destroyed. Information sent via email will be stored in the database, and all attachments will be deleted. Database access is limited only to those who need it to perform Letters-related business, and there are additional security protections in place. We will not disclose any information without explicit consent.
Can I email my letter?
No, the Foundation does not accept emailed letters. Follow our instructions for how to mail a letter here.
Can I write a letter for somebody else?
All individuals must write a letter on behalf of themselves in order to be considered for a grant. If the individual is unable to write a letter, you may write a letter on behalf of them and/or if you have power of attorney. This includes minors.
How long does it take for me to hear back once I submit a letter?
We always do our best to be responsive to every letter we receive. Generally we respond with a notification of receipt within 10 business days of receiving the letter, although times vary depending on the information provided. We are actively working to improve our response time and we thank you for your patience.
How big or small of a grant can I ask for?
In general, we prioritize practical, one-time grants that normally do not exceed $9,000. The amount of the grant will vary based on the individual and we ask that applicants be honest about their needs in the letter.
Should I hand-write my letter?
Please feel free to handwrite or type your letter.
I can’t change somebody’s life, but I can make it possible for them to do so.
