| A letter of inquiry is submitted to determine
whether the Foundation's present interests and funds permit consideration and funding
of the request. |
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| Letters of inquiry are considered throughout
the year. Normally, letters of inquiry may expect to receive an indication of whether
their programs are within the Foundation's program interests and budget limitations
within eight weeks. Every effort will be made to respond in as timely as manner as
possible. The Foundation monitors grants through regular financial and narrative
reports submitted by the grantee. |
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| The letter of inquiry should be limited to
2-5 pages and should include: |
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The purpose of the program for which funds
are being requested |
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Problems and issues the proposed program will
address |
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Information about the organization conducting
the program |
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Estimated overall budget for the program and
amount requested from The Sato Foundation |
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Period of time for which funds are requested |
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Qualifications of those who will be engaged
in the program |
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Proof of (501(c)3 status |
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| Note: The Sato Foundation will cover indirect
costs not exceeding 10% of the direct costs it supports. |
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| The Foundation encourages digital submission
of all letters of inquiry in the form of an Adobe Acrobat document. Digital submissions
can be sent to submit@satofoundation.org. A traditional letter of inquiry can also be sent
to our offices
address or can be faxed to 480-772-4259 |
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| Please note: After submitting a letter
of inquiry or proposal all communication should be via email, info@satofoundation.org, or by fax. Please, no telephone inquiries as to the
status of your proposal. |
