The Maximus Foundation

 
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    Funder Type

    Corporate Foundation

    IT Classification

    B - Readily funds technology as part of an award

    Authority

    Maximus Foundation

    Summary

    The MAXIMUS Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations and charities that share our commitment in helping disadvantaged populations and underserved communities.
    The Foundation Board of Directors makes funding decisions through a competitive grantmaking process, with an emphasis on programs that promote personal growth and community development. 
    The foundation supports three primary focus areas in grant making:
    Youth and Children Development: Priority is given to programs that serve disadvantaged or low income youth. Program areas may include but are not limited to:
    • Child Abuse Prevention and Supportive Services
    • Child Hunger and Nutrition Services
    • Enrichment and Education Programs
    Community Development: Support is given to programs that focus on community development and redevelopment through supportive services to low-income households and communities. Program areas may include but are not limited to:
    • Homelessness Prevention and Supportive Services
    • Veterans Supportive Services
    • Jobs and Training Programs
    Health Care: Support is given to health care programs that promote access and services to low-income individuals and families, including but not limited to programs that support:
    • Physical and Developmental Disabilities
    • HIV/AIDS Prevention and Care
    • Chronic Care
     

    History of Funding

    2018 grant recipients can be seen at https://www.maximus.com/foundation-grant-recipients.

    Additional Information

    The Maximus Foundation was established in 2000 in Virginia. Please contact the foundation to verify eligibility prior to submission of a full application. Funds may be used for the following purposes:
    • General support
    • Leadership and professional development
    • Program development
    • Volunteer development
    Grants are not considered for individuals; advertising, ticket events, or dinner programs; political causes or candidates; endowments or capital campaigns.

    Contacts

    Maximus Foundation Staff

    Maximus Foundation Staff

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    (800) 629-4687
     

  • Eligibility Details

    MAXIMUS employees who have donated to the MAXIMUS Foundation in the past calendar year may nominate an eligible organization for consideration. MAXIMUS employees wishing to do so may contact the MAXIMUS Foundation: [email protected]


    Nominated nonprofits will receive a personalized link to an application. The funder requires a 501(c)3 determination letter, audited financials from within the past two years, and alignment with the MAXIMUS Foundation's mission for all applicants. There are no specific geographic limitations for applicants, though preference may be given to programs in the more than 250 communities where MAXIMUS works.


    Applications from nominated organizations receive by August 31 will be considered in the following year's grant cycle. For example, if your organization is nominated by an employee and you submit your application by August 31, 2019, you may be considered for the 2020 award cycle. If you submit your application after August 31, 2019, you will not be eligible for consideration until the 2021 award cycle.

    Deadline Details

    Invited applications are to be submitted by January 31, and August 31, annually.

    Award Details

    Grants are generally in the range of $1,000 to $5,000. Larger grants are occasionally awarded to organizations with particularly compelling program needs. 

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