1. What is an Online Funding Inquiry?
  2. Do I need to submit an Online Funding Inquiry before submitting a proposal?
  3. What information is asked for in the Online Funding Inquiry?
  4. In the interest of saving time, will you provide feedback on my idea before I submit my Inquiry?
  5. How do I submit an Online Funding Inquiry?
  6. Can I submit more than one Online Funding Inquiry?
  7. How will I know if the Foundation has received my Online Funding Inquiry?
  8. Who reviews my Online Funding Inquiry?
  9. When will I be notified if I can submit a full proposal?
  10. If my Online Funding Inquiry is declined, will the Foundation provide feedback?
  11. If my Online Funding Inquiry is declined, can I resubmit with other project ideas?
  12. My Online Funding Inquiry was denied. Can you recommend another Foundation?
  13. How do I access my "in process" Online Funding Inquiry?
  14. I lost my logon information. Can I get it back?
  15. Why will the form not accept my phone or fax numbers?
  16. Why will the form not accept my Request Amount or Total Project Budget amount?
  17. What if I do not have a CV?
  18. How do I upload my CV?
  19. How can I be sure my request has been submitted?
  20. I just realized my submitted Inquiry contains incorrect information. Can I access my form to update this?

  1. What is an Online Funding Inquiry?
    Similar to a Concept Paper or Letter of Intent, the Foundation's Online Funding Inquiry is a short form that enables you to provide information about the proposed project for which you are seeking funding.

  2. Do I need to submit an Online Funding Inquiry before submitting a proposal?
    Yes. The Foundation will be accepting Full Proposals by Invitation Only. In order to apply for funding, you must submit an Online Funding Inquiry.

  3. What information is asked for in the Online Funding Inquiry?
    The Online Funding Inquiry is similar to a Concept Paper or Letter of Intent. You will be asked for basic contact information, information about your proposed project, and information about your organization.

  4. In the interest of saving time, will you provide feedback on my idea before I submit my Inquiry?
    Regrettably, the Foundation is unable to engage in conversation with everyone interested in exploring our goals. We designed the Online Funding Inquiry so that interested applicants can tell us a little bit about what they had in mind and then we can tell them if we might be interested in learning more. It ensures we receive the same information from everyone, which facilitates a more informed decision. We invite you to review our website www.templeton.org for more information on our Mission, Core Themes, and Funding Areas, plus a sampling of the types of programs we have funded in the past.

  5. How do I submit an Online Funding Inquiry?
    Please see Submitting an Online Funding Inquiry.

  6. Can I submit more than one Online Funding Inquiry?
    Yes. You may submit more than one Online Funding Inquiry if you have more than one project idea for which you are seeking funding. However each Inquiry must be completed in full as they will be reviewed as single requests.

  7. How will I know if the Foundation has received my Online Funding Inquiry?
    You will receive an email acknowledgement that your Inquiry was received. Please contact the Grants Department if you have not received an email within 72 hours.

  8. Who reviews my Online Funding Inquiry?
    The Foundation's Program Staff reviews the Online Funding Inquiry to determine if the Foundation will invite a full proposal.

  9. When will I be notified if I can submit a full proposal?
    The Review Process for the Online Funding Inquiry takes up to 30 days.

  10. If my Online Funding Inquiry is declined, will the Foundation provide feedback?
    No. Due to the large number of inquires we receive the Foundation is unable to provide specific feedback to each Online Funding Inquiry.

  11. If my Online Funding Inquiry is declined, can I resubmit with other project ideas?
    Yes. The Foundation welcomes the opportunity to review how your project ideas may align with the Foundation's Mission, Core Themes, and Funding Areas.

  12. My Online Funding Inquiry was denied. Can you recommend another Foundation?
    Unfortunately, given the large volume of Online Funding Inquiries we receive, we are unable to provide guidance on alternative sources for funding.

  13. How do I access my "in process" Online Funding Inquiry?
    When you saved your Online Funding Inquiry, you were asked to create an account and you supplied a logon and password. As part of our confirmation process, this logon and password were then emailed to the address you provided. You will need this information to access your saved request. Login to your account by clicking here:

  14. I lost my logon information. Can I get it back?
    Click here to retrieve your lost password using your email address. If you cannot remember the email address you used to create your account, you will need to create a new account. Click here to create a new account.

  15. Why will the form not accept my phone or fax numbers?
    You do not need to use any formatting; please do not use dashes or parenthesis. Simply type the numbers only.

  16. Why will the form not accept my Request Amount or Total Project Budget amount?
    You do not need to use any formatting; please do not use currency symbols, words, or any punctuation. Simply type the numbers. This field is denominated in US dollars. If you wish to request funding in another currency, please enter the US dollar equivalent of the funds you request.

  17. What if I do not have a CV?
    In order to be considered for funding, all applicants must submit their Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV). Requests submitted without this requirement are incomplete and will not be considered for funding. Please note that if you are informed that your request is incomplete, you are unable to update the form or send your CV directly to the Foundation. You must complete another Online Funding Inquiry.

  18. How do I upload my CV?
    • Click the “Browse” button. A secondary window “Choose File” will open showing the files stored on your computer. As these files are on your computer, we are unable to assist in locating your CV.
    • Select the appropriate file to attach.
    • Select the “Open” button.
    • Select the “Upload” button on the Online Funding Inquiry form. This will electronically attach the document to the online application form and be submitted to the John Templeton Foundation when you submit the online application.
    • Your uploaded file will now appear on the Attachments page.
    • Accepted File Formats: You are able to upload the following types of file formats: .doc, .exl, .pdf.
    • The maximum size for all attachments combined is 5 MB. Please note that files with certain extensions (such as "exe", "com", "vbs", or "bat") cannot be uploaded.

  19. How can I be sure my request has been submitted?
    • After uploading your CV, select the “Review & Submit” button.
    • You will now be able to review all of the information you have provided.
    • You need to complete any fields highlighted with a red arrow and red text. These are required.
    • After making any necessary changes, select Update.
    • You will now be able to review all of the information you have provided.
    • If all required fields are complete you will be able to submit the form. Scroll to the end of the form and select “Submit”.

  20. I just realized my submitted Inquiry contains incorrect information. Can I access my form to update this?
    No, unfortunately once a form is submitted it cannot be updated. If this is the case, you will need to complete and submit a new Inquiry.

Submitting a Proposal