I have an idea that may fit the Templeton World Charity Foundation funding criteria. What should I do?

With the exception of open calls for proposals associated with our strategic initiatives, we do not currently accept unsolicited proposals, and if you contact us, we may not be able to respond to your query.

Is funding restricted to a particular academic discipline or geographical region?

No, we support activities across academic disciplines and geographical regions.

What kind of organizations are eligible to receive funding?

We support innovative organizations at the forefront of knowledge. Past grant recipients include large universities, small colleges, nonprofit organizations, charitable societies, and private companies. We welcome engagement from all sectors and institutions who share our goals.

I currently run a project that is funded by the Templeton World Charity Foundation. Can I apply for a new grant from the Foundation to continue this project when my current grant expires?

We are not permitted to make follow-on grants to existing projects without at least 50% co-funding from outside sources. If you intend to continue your project and have a robust plan for additional resources, you may submit a request to the Foundation at least six months prior to the expiration of the current grant.

Does the Foundation fund projects that do not fall within one of the strategic initiatives?

We will consider projects that fall outside of our strategic initiatives. However, funding for these types of projects is limited, and these projects are generally sourced proactively by the Foundation’s program officers and advisors.

Where can I find more information about the Foundation’s current funding opportunities?

You can browse through Our Priorities section on our website, where you can find the sites for our specific initiatives. The initiatives have mailing lists to which you can subscribe for more information.