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At the Bell Charitable Foundation we believe in the powerful union of people and technology. That’s why it is our mission to advance the common good through investment in organizations that actively champion economic and social mobility, advancements in technology, improvements in health and well-being, and environmental sustainability. The Bell Charitable Foundation provides an opportunity for nonprofit organizations to expand their programs and operations beyond what was previously possible.

Eligibility requirements

The Bell Charitable Foundation funds organizations that are making an impact in one of our four pillars. Our pillars are:

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Economic & Social Mobility

We partner with nonprofits committed to ending poverty and promoting economic success. Individuals and families deserve the dignity to influence his or her environment and personal outcomes, and the opportunities to move between social strata.

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Health and Wellbeing

Everyone deserves to have a healthy life, regardless of ability, race, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or income. At BCF, we strive to support partnerships that promote access to quality care and change the outcomes for our neighbors in need.

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Access to Technology

Technology has unlocked new frontiers for our world, and at BCF we believe in providing access to tech education and resources to all, so that our technological advancements are equitable and available for all.

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Environmental Sustainability

BCF strives to protect the long-term productivity and health of resources to meet future economic and social needs. We support nonprofits that act on the importance of environmental sustainability and the effect it has on future outcomes.

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Economic & Social Mobility

We partner with nonprofits committed to ending poverty and promoting economic success. Individuals and families deserve the dignity to influence his or her environment and personal outcomes, and the opportunities to move between social strata.

Bell Charitable Foundation's Health and Wellbeing icon

Health and Wellbeing

Everyone deserves to have a healthy life, regardless of ability, race, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or income. At BCF, we strive to support partnerships that promote access to quality care and change the outcomes for our neighbors in need.

Bell Charitable Foundation's Access to Technology icon

Access to Technology

Technology has unlocked new frontiers for our world, and at BCF we believe in providing access to tech education and resources to all, so that our technological advancements are equitable and available for all.

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Environmental Sustainability

BCF strives to protect the long-term productivity and health of resources to meet future economic and social needs. We support nonprofits that act on the importance of environmental sustainability and the effect it has on future outcomes.

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Economic & Social Mobility

Projects that intend to lift at-risk populations to higher stability, status and success in their economic or social standing.

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Health and Wellbeing

Projects that intend to improve health of all kinds (mental, physical, and emotional) for all members of our communities.

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Access to Technology

Projects that improve access to, literacy in, and advancement of technology.

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Environmental Sustainability

Projects that intend to diminish the harm made to the earth and nature in our communities, or improve access to nature spaces.

The Bell Charitable Foundation expects the organizations to which it provides funding to hold themselves out as organizations that do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military/veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Eligible entities must be U.S.-based, tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations as defined in the Internal Revenue Code.

Due to regulatory considerations and the Foundation’s funding focus, the following entities and activities are not eligible for funding from The Bell Charitable Foundation:

  • Nonprofit organizations without a current 501(c)(3) exempt status
  • Political, labor, and fraternal organizations
  • Religious organizations without a secular community designation
  • Individuals
  • Individual sports teams and sports tournaments
  • Trips and travel
  • Contests
  • Festivals and parades
  • Advertising
  • Tickets to events

Grant application and reporting requirements

The Bell Charitable Foundation reviews applications quarterly. The Foundation is supporting nonprofit organizations geographically where altafiber and its entities have a significant presence.

After funding, The Bell Charitable Foundation would like to receive periodic updates on the progress of the program and will work with organizations regarding timing. This will include metrics, photos and feedback from those impacted to gauge the impact made from our grants.

All of these details will be included in our Funding Agreement which will be signed by all involved parties upon receiving funds.

How to apply

The Bell Charitable Foundation hosts grant cycles twice per year.

The application for Health and Wellbeing & Technology grants opens April 1-30.

The application for Economic and Social Mobility & Sustainability grants opens October 1-31.

Steps to Apply for a Bell Charitable Foundation Grant:

  1. The application will open on the first Monday of the month, and close on the last Friday of the month. You will have at least four weeks to complete it.
  2. Please confirm on the schedule above that it is the correct quarter for your application to be submitted. Applying on time is the best way for your application to be considered and reviewed by our Foundation Board!

Due to regulatory considerations and the Foundation’s funding focus, the following entities and activities are not eligible for funding from The Bell Charitable Foundation:

  • Nonprofit organizations without a current 501(c)(3) exempt status
  • Political, labor, and fraternal organizations
  • Religious organizations without a secular community designation
  • Individuals
  • Individual sports teams and sports tournaments
  • Trips and travel
  • Contests
  • Festivals and parades
  • Advertising
  • Tickets to events

Grant application and reporting requirements

The Bell Charitable Foundation reviews applications quarterly. The Foundation is supporting nonprofit organizations geographically where altafiber and its entities have a significant presence.

After funding, The Bell Charitable Foundation would like to receive periodic updates on the progress of the program and will work with organizations regarding timing. This will include metrics, photos and feedback from those impacted to gauge the impact made from our grants.

All of these details will be included in our Funding Agreement which will be signed by all involved parties upon receiving funds.

How to apply

The Bell Charitable Foundation hosts grant cycles twice per year.

The application for Health and Wellbeing & Technology grants opens April 1-30.

The application for Economic and Social Mobility & Sustainability grants opens October 1-31.

Steps to Apply for a Bell Charitable Foundation Grant:

  1. The application will open on the first Monday of the month, and close on the last Friday of the month. You will have at least four weeks to complete it.
  2. Please confirm on the schedule above that it is the correct quarter for your application to be submitted. Applying on time is the best way for your application to be considered and reviewed by our Foundation Board!
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