At RRF, we want you to have the resources you need to prepare successful grant applications. Here you’ll find general grant exclusions, frequently asked questions, and more.
General Grant Exclusions
RRF generally does not fund:
- Projects that are not intentionally focused on older people, age 60 and above
- Projects outside of the United States
- Grants to individuals
- Projects based in institutional settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation, assisted living, skilled care facilities, and other healthcare settings
- Lobbying
- General operating expenses or support for ongoing programs without significant changes in strategy or focus
- Biomedical research, basic theory development for social science research, or research and development for new technology
- Construction of facilities, capital improvements, or computer equipment
- Conferences, publications, or production of films and videos unless they are integral components of a larger project
- Dissertation research, tuition expenses, or education programs for undergraduate or graduate students
- Endowments, capital campaigns, or fundraising events
- Private foundations
- Financial deficits
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to typical grant application questions.
Navigating RRF’s Application Process
Watch this video for an overview of our website and application process.
Evaluation Guidelines
RRF Foundation for Aging promotes the use of evaluation as part of every RRF grant.
Things to Know
Click this button to continue working on an in-progress application.
Prospective applicants interested in beginning a new Letter of Inquiry must reference “Step 4 – Submit a Letter of Inquiry” instructions from the appropriate Apply for a Grant page.
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