Apply for an Innovation Grant
The I’m Still Here Foundation invites dementia innovators to apply for a grant that reflects the I’m Still Here Principles and advances meaningful engagement and quality of life for people living with dementia.
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At this time, we are only able to fund projects based in the United States. We are actively exploring ways to create new opportunities for innovators outside of the USA and we would love to stay connected. We encourage you to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn so that you'll be among the first to know when new pathways become available. ​
​Important Dates
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February 13, 2026 – Due date for Letters of Interest. Please download the LOI form to submit an application.
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March 27, 2026 – Applicants selected to make full proposal are notified
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April 24, 2026 – Invitation to submit Full Proposals
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June 2, 2026 – Applicants selected for grants are notified
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July 1, 2026- Newly funded grant programs begin!
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Grant Overview
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Funding Amount: Up to $12,000 for one-year programs.
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Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations or individuals that create nonpharmacologic programs that demonstrate innovation, authentic engagement, and measurable impact. Please note: Individual applicants must either be employed by a nonprofit organization or have an established fiscal sponsor in order to be eligible.
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Focus Areas: Arts, culture, music, intergenerational activities, physical exercise, community engagement, cognitive health / wellbeing and reducing stigma.
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Criteria: Must align with the I’m Still Here Principles and meet defined criteria.
Proposal Assessment Guidelines
Proposals will be reviewed based on:
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Innovation: Originality, uniqueness, and creativity of the program.
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Authentic Engagement: Effectiveness in engaging persons living with dementia.
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Principles Alignment: How well the program reflects the I’m Still Here Principles.
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Outcomes: Expected results and measurable outcomes.
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Underserved Focus: Efforts to reach underserved populations.
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Replicabilty: Ability for others to replicate the idea.
Grant Stages
Stage One: Letter of Interest (LOI)
Purpose: A brief general description of the proposed program, addressing the assessment criteria.
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Stage Two: Full Proposal (RFP)
Purpose: Expands upon the LOI with greater detail about the proposed program.
Submission Instructions
Please submit your application using the downloadable Letter of Interest to: programmanager@imstillhere.org
If you have questions please reach out -- we are happy to assist!.
We look forward to partnering with grantees to improve the lives of individuals living
with dementia and their care partners.
