OPERATING SUPPORT

Because selection is curated, prospects should prioritize local credibility and introductions: cultivate relationships with listed program staff, seek referrals from local intermediaries (e.g., community foundations), and surface measurable operating-impact evidence. Public materials are available, but unsolicited formal applications are unlikely to be the primary route—proactive outreach and local partnerships increase chances of being noticed.

Source: Zeffy Agent — Mar 2026, IRS Filing — 2024