For Grant Seekers

FAQs

What kind of projects do you fund?
The Revson Foundation makes grants to registered nonprofits in the United States and Israel in four program areas: Urban Affairs: New York City; Jewish Philanthropy and Education; Biomedical Research; and Education. For examples of current grants, please see specific program areas.

What do you NOT fund?
The Revson Foundation does not generally support individuals; film projects; projects located outside of the United States or Israel; endowments; capital or building campaigns; fundraising dinner events; national or local health appeals; book projects; and research grants or scholarships for individuals.

What are your deadlines?

• Phase I: Letters of inquiry
  The Foundation evaluates letters of inquiry as they are submitted throughout the year.
• Phase II: Proposals invited for consideration by the Foundation
  Deadlines can vary and will be communicated to those invited to submit a full proposal.

How do I apply for a grant?
Please see Grants Process.

Can I meet with Foundation staff regarding my organization?
Given our small staff, we regret that we are unable to hold informational meetings with prospective grantees. Upon receipt of a letter of inquiry, staff may choose to contact applicants.

How do I make specific inquiries of Revson Foundation staff?
Please send your inquiries to info@revsonfoundation.org; they will be directed to the appropriate staff member.

What percentage of proposals receive Revson Foundation support?
A very small percentage of proposals are funded.

What is the range of grant awards?
Grant amounts depend on the nature of the project. Please see examples under specific program areas.

Does the Revson Foundation award multi-year funding?
Yes, depending upon the project.

How can I apply for a fellowship?
All Revson-funded fellowships are administered by their sponsoring organization. Please do not contact the Revson office regarding fellowship applications.

The Revson Foundation does not grant scholarships or stipends to individual applicants.

Our letter of inquiry was declined. May we resubmit?
Organizations should not submit a letter of inquiry for the same project.

Is the Revson Foundation affiliated with Revlon cosmetics?
Charles H. Revson was the founder of Revlon, but the Foundation is not affiliated with the company. The number for Revlon Customer Care is 1-800-473-8566.