GRANTMAKING

Schedule

Our grantmaking schedule includes multiple grant cycles a year. Dates are subject to change. Check this page periodically for the most up-to-date schedule.

2024 SCHEDULE

Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. (CT) on:For emailed results by:
Feb. 8, 2024May 22, 2024
Apr. 4, 2024July 17, 2024
June 6, 2024Sept. 18, 2024
Aug. 1, 2024Nov. 13, 2024

Considerations

While OBT accepts applications on a continuous basis, we regret that we cannot process applications that do not meet this schedule. Applications received after 5:00 p.m. (CT) on the above deadlines will be reviewed in the next appropriate grant cycle.

Because the demand for support from our program and portal support teams increases dramatically in the days leading up to application deadlines, requests for support submitted on deadline days may not be addressed in time for you to meet the deadline. Please plan accordingly.

Dates are subject to change. Check this page periodically for the most up-to-date schedule. Previous Otto Bremer Trust grant recipients should review our application information before applying.

If you need technical assistance with the portal, email portal@ottobremer.org.

ELIGIBILITY CHART FOR CURRENT GRANTEES

If your current grant term ends and your final report is due:You are eligible to apply by:For emailed results by:
Jan. 20 – Mar. 16, 2024Feb. 8, 2024May 22, 2024
Mar. 17 – May 18, 2024Apr. 4, 2024July 17, 2024
May 19 – July 13, 2024June 6, 2024Sept. 18, 2024
July 14 – Sept. 14, 2024Aug. 1, 2024Nov. 13, 2024

Waiting Period After a Turndown

When an application is turned down, the applicant must wait one year from the date they submitted it before applying again. In a few special circumstances, OBT will waive the one-year waiting period. In those cases, the applicant will receive notice of the waiver at the same time they receive their turndown notification.