Who is eligible to request a donation from the King Center?
To be eligible for consideration, organizations must meet the following criteria:
- Be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
- Be based in Brevard County and directly benefit Brevard County residents, their wellbeing, or the preservation of local wildlife and ecosystems.
- Special consideration is given to organizations furthering arts and culture within our community.
Please not that eligibility does not guarantee fulfillment of any donation.
What types of causes are not eligible?
We do not consider requests that:
- Are for political or divisive causes.
- Support or promote inequality or exclusion based on race, religion, or other determining factors.
- Originate from organizations that have previously used donations for purposes other than those originally stated.
How can I submit a request?
Eligible organizations must submit a written request to Emily, eoberson@asmmelbourne.com. Please include detailed information about your organization, its mission, and the specific purpose of the requested donation. If the donation is supporting an event or will be considered sponsorship of an event, you must include information about the participation in that event, who it will benefit and who the audience of that event will be. Please include any additional benefit the King Center will receive in exchange for the donation.
When will I know if my request has been approved?
Due to the high volume of requests we receive, we cannot guarantee fulfillment for any inquiries. Requests will be reviewed, and approved applicants will be notified prior to the date the donation is needed.