How To Apply: Carnival Foundation Application Guidelines

Carnival Foundation is currently accepting in-kind donation, grant and sponsorship applications. To ensure a consistent and efficient review process, all requests must be submitted through our online application portal. Requests submitted by email will not be accepted.

Important Notice:
Our application portal has recently been upgraded to provide a more streamlined and user-friendly experience. While the portal has a new look and enhanced functionality, our application requirements and review process remain unchanged.

By clicking the “Apply Now” button, you will be directed to our secure online portal to complete and submit an in-kind donation, grant or sponsorship request. All information submitted through the portal will be reviewed by Carnival Foundation as part of the evaluation process.

Click the “Apply Now” link to start a grant or sponsorship application.

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To resume a saved application or access reporting requirements, please click HERE.

If you have an application that is currently under review, no action is required. Existing applications will remain in the review process and will continue to be evaluated as originally submitted. There is no need to submit a new application.

Please note that copies of previously submitted applications are no longer available through the portal.

Updated July 2026

In-Kind Donations

To apply for an in-kind donation from Carnival Foundation, submit an online application complete with the following information:

  • A letter of request with a brief description of the organization including its legal name, history, activities, purpose and governing board
  • Contact name and information, including phone number and address for the individual who is organizing the event
  • Name and date of the event
  • Average amount of funds raised from the auction in previous years and estimated number and demographics of the event audience
  • Description of how funds raised from the donation will be used within the organization
  • List of other cruise suppliers, if any, participating in the event
  • An outline with details of Carnival’s publicity/promotional opportunities associated with the event
  • Copy of Internal Revenue Service determination letter indicating 501© (3) tax-exempt status as an organization that is not a private foundation.
  • Copy of organization’s most recent 990 filed with the Internal Revenue Service
  • Geographical area(s) served

Requests for sponsorships and/or in-kind donations must be received four to six months prior to the event.

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Grants Or Sponsorships

To apply for a grant or sponsorship from Carnival Foundation, prospective applicants must complete an online application and include the following information and documents:

  • A letter of request with a brief description of the organization, including its legal name, history, activities, purpose and governing board
  • Purpose for which the grant is requested
  • Grant amount requested
  • Listing of other sources of financial support
  • Operating budget of the project for which the funds are requested
  • Organization’s annual budget
  • Copy of the organization’s most recent audited financial statement
  • Copy of organization’s most recent 990 filed with the Internal Revenue Service
  • Copy of Internal Revenue Service determination letter indicating 501© (3) tax-exempt status as an organization that is not a private foundation
  • Organization’s completed W-9 form
  • Geographical area(s) served

Organizations applying for a grant renewal must submit a final report detailing use of the prior grant award. Interim and final reports will be submitted through our online portal.

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All requests must be submitted through our online application portal. Requests sent via mail, email or fax will not be accepted.

Eligibility

Carnival Foundation only makes contributions to organizations that have been granted an exemption from federal income tax under Section 501 c (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Carnival Foundation will not consider requests from/for:

  • Individuals, including participants in events or fundraisers
  • Religious, fraternal, political or athletic organizations
  • Rotary Clubs
  • Animal welfare organizations or causes
  • Labor/Union groups
  • Elementary or secondary schools, including extracurricular activities, PTA/PTO/PTSA, or booster clubs
  • Film production, including documentaries

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Review Process

Funding proposals are received and reviewed on a continuous basis throughout the year. Requests are screened for thoroughness and compliance with Carnival Foundation’s requirements. If applicable, a meeting with a representative from the organization and/or a site visit may be conducted.

Qualified applicants should allow up to two months before receiving a written response. Due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive, submissions that do not meet our guidelines will no longer receive a response.

Questions Or Concerns

Please direct any questions or concerns to:
Carnival Foundation
3655 N.W. 87th Avenue
Miami, FL 33178
(305) 406-5777
[email protected]