OUR MISSION
Engaging in a program of charitable giving focused on education, healthcare, medical research, care for women and children in need, and care for the homeless.
PROPOSALS
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to encourage creative collaboration by agencies that specifically specialize in providing services to those struggling with education, health care, homelessness, housing insecurity, and/or poverty to work in partnership on a new innovative initiative. A limited number of one-year Innovation Grants of up to $25,000 are available in 2025.
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Featured Partner of the Month
Family Respite Care of Nevada
Family Respite Care of Nevada (FRC), originally founded as the Northern Nevada RAVE Family Foundation in 1995, is the only organization in Nevada solely dedicated to providing respite care for families raising children, teens, and young adults with a spectrum of abilities. Our mission is to improve the well-being of families by providing respite care to caregivers who have young or adult children with special needs. Guided by our core values of empathy, compassion, dedication, respect, and teamwork, we strive to create a community where every family feels supported, understood, and empowered.
QUALIFICATIONS
Granting Financial Support to Charitable Organizations Throughout Washoe County, Nevada
The Nell J. Redfield Foundation was organized by Nell J. Redfield on November 13, 1974 to provide a vehicle for charitable giving to the causes of healthcare, education, medical research, care for needy children and women, and the homeless.
Among many qualification requirements, the Foundation makes grants to qualified, tax-exempt charitable organizations located in Washoe County, Nevada. Organizations must hold a 501(c)(3) tax exempt status and must not be private foundations.
APPLICATIONS
Request the Support Your Organization Needs
We grant financial support to qualified organizations who demonstrate sound management, support from within, and solid long-term planning.
POST APPLICATION
Submitted Your Request? Learn What Happens Next
Prospective grantees will be advised within the 30 days the regular quarterly meeting at which their grant application was considered by the Board.
OUR STORY
A Dream to Do More
During her lifetime, Nell made a significant impact on her local community. Through the implementation of her mission, that impact is carried on today.
See If Your Organization Qualifies
To qualify for a grant, your organization must have a 501(c)(3) tax exempt status and be located in Washoe County, NV, among other requirements. Review our qualifications here.
What to Know Before Applying
In order for a grant request to be considered, written applications must be received by the Foundation at its Reno office at least ten (10) days before a regularly scheduled quarterly meeting of the Board.
Submit an Application
We require a comprehensive written application that demonstrates your organization's mission, planning, and management. See what information is needed.
What To Expect
Prospective grantees will be notified within thirty days of their application being considered whether their request was granted by the Foundation Board. Learn more about our Approval Process.