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Apply for an Innovation Grant

Thank you so much for reaching out and for your interest in The I'm Still Here Foundation Innovation Grants Program.  The Foundation invites grant applicants to apply for an Innovation Grant which embodies the I’m Still Here Principles that enhances the lives of people living with dementia (PLWD).

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At this time, we are only able to fund projects based in the United States (USA). 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.  Thank you for your understanding and for the important work you do. 

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This year's grant cycle starts on July 1, 2026 and ends on June 30, 2027.

​Important Dates

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  • February 13, 2026 (11:59pm EST) – Due date for Stage 1: Letters of Interest (Click here for LOI) 

  • March 27, 2026 – Applicants selected to make full proposal notified

  • April 24, 2026 – Due Date for Stage 2: Full Proposals

  • June 2, 2026 – Applicants selected for grants are notified

  • July 1, 2026- Newly funded grant programs begin!

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Grant Overview

  • Funding Amount: Up to $12,000 for one-year programs.

  • Eligibility: 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.

  • Focus Areas: Arts, culture, music, intergenerational activities, physical exercise, community engagement, and reducing stigma.

  • Criteria: Must align with the I’m Still Here Principles and meet defined Assessment Criteria.

Proposal Assessment Criteria


Proposals at both stages will be reviewed based on:

  • Innovation: Originality and creativity of the program.

  • Authentic Engagement (AE): Effectiveness in engaging persons living with dementia.

  • Principles Alignment: How well the program reflects the I’m Still Here Principles.

  • Outcomes: Expected results and measurable success approaches.

  • Underserved Focus: Efforts to reach underserved populations.

Grant Submission Guidelines

Stage One: Letter of Interest (LOI)

Length: Maximum two pages.

Purpose: A general description of the proposed program, addressing the assessment criteria.

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Stage Two: Full Proposal

Length: Maximum four pages.

Purpose: Expands upon the LOI with additional details while addressing the same criteria.

Submission Instructions

Please submit your proposal in any format to programmanager@imstillhere.org.
If you have questions, our Board members and staff are available to assist.

 

We look forward to partnering with grantees to improve the lives of individuals living
with dementia and their care partners. For additional inquiries, email programmanager@imstillhere.org.

I'm Still Here Foundation
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