Profile of Grantees
The Foundation's Crisis Ministry Program funding has been focused on community-based organizations with the following characteristics:

• Are faith-based ministries; are sponsored by a congregation or a coalition of congregations; demonstrate a collaborative effort with area agencies and show strong leadership in the fight against hunger and related issues in their community;
• Demonstrate that the Foundation's funding will support efforts that will generate new growth both in terms of financial support and involvement on the part of the members of the congregation, the clergy, and the community;
• Foster self-reliance through programs that build on their clients’ strengths;
• Provide a nutritious and balanced diet for the hungry in a way that promotes dignity and respect.

Use of Funds
Bonner Foundation offers grants for the purchase of food to expand an anti-hunger initiative's ability to meet the demands of the hungry within its community. Foundation grants will not be made toward general operating expenses, endowments, start up programs or capital campaigns.

Grant Size and Duration
Grants range between $2,500 and $10,000 depending on the program and the needs of the community. Grants are awarded for a period of one year, with the possibility of renewal for subsequent years.

Renewal Proposal Deadline
Reneal proposals should be mailed (not faxed) by January 15th each year to:

Elaine Wheeler
Office Manager
Corella and Bertram F. Bonner Foundation, Inc.
10 Mercer Street
Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 924-6663