Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Grant seekers can check out this organization's FAQ and funding guidelines. Entrepreneurs can request a videotape to find out how to form a private philanthropic organization.

Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation, Inc
Established in Utah in 1959, this foundation has spent the last four decades providing aid to health care and performing arts programs. Each program has a separate set of application guidelines, so be sure to look at the correct one.

Fannie E. Rippel Foundation
The foundation's mission is to aid in the care of aged women, to help maintain and build hospitals, and to fund research for heart disease and cancer. Recently appropriated grants and application deadlines are listed at the site.

Feinstein Foundation
The Feinstein Foundation seeks to end hunger in America. To participate in the campaign, sign the online petition, download a petition and send it in via snail mail, or apply for one of three humanitarian scholarships offered by the Foundation.

Flinn Foundation
This foundation helps improve the quality of life in Arizona. Under the News and Reports section, you'll find the foundation's newsletter, Arizona Health, along with news releases and a list of recently awarded grants.

Foundation for Microbiology
A private organization, the Foundation for Microbiology helps promote, encourage, and aid scientific research in microbiology. A listing of grantees is posted, along with complete contact information for the foundation's officers and trustees.

Maddie's Fund
Stare into Maddie's eyes, and you'll be compelled to get involved in this cause. Devoted to the welfare of companion animals, this foundation offers information on applying for grants and downloadable forms.

Magic Johnson Foundation, Inc
The Magic Johnson Foundation, founded by basketball player Earvin 'Magic' Johnson, supports community-based groups serving the health, educational and social needs of inner-city kids. Sign up for the e-mail newsletter or become an online contributor.

Markle Foundation
The Markle Foundation prides itself on realizing the potential of communications media and information technology to improve people's lives. Foundation news, a list of past projects and an FAQ provide answers to general application questions.

Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation
Through its Community Problem Solving Programming, this foundation provides grants to support community-oriented coalitions working in the Southeast. A description of the foundation's programs and a listing of the board of directors is posted.

Mayday Fund. Pain and Health
This fund is dedicated to recognizing the physical and psychological toll of pain. Grants are made to U.S. charities, and application information is available via snail mail.

McGregor Fund
Grants to Detroit organizations relieve misfortune and promote well-being in human services, education, health care, arts and culture, and public benefit. Read here about the submission process, types of support and limitations.

Meadows Foundation of Texas
The Meadows Foundation awards grants to Texas organizations that focus on arts and culture, civic and public affairs, education, and health and human services. Access grant guidelines or follow the links for more information on Texas and philanthropy.

Meyer Memorial Trust
The Meyer Memorial Trust invites proposals for its grant programs from qualified tax-exempt applicants in Oregon and Clark County, Washington. Contact the trust by e-mail or look for answers in the FAQ.

Michael Reese Health Trust
The Health Trust's goal is to provide accessible and affordable health care to people living in Chicago. Eligibility regulations are posted at the site, along with letter-of-inquiry instructions and selection criteria.

Milken Family Foundation
The Milken Family Foundation's mission is to promote advances in education and medical research. The newsroom keeps you up to date on the foundation's latest dealings, and you can obtain additional information by requesting publications.