> Thanks for the question, Matthew.
> You are correct. We require organizations to be 501(c)(3) registered
> in order to be eligible for the Google Grants program. Unfortunately,
> we cannot approve applications utilizing a parent, fiscally-sponsored,
> or support organization's EIN number.
> However, you can encourage your support organization to apply to
> Google Grants. If this organization is accepted into the program, they
> can request to advertise additional websites of the programs they
> organize or support. In this instance, it could be your organization!
> Please also keep in mind that it could take at least 3 months for your
> organization to appear in the online database, after receiving 501(c)
> (3) status from the IRS. I highly recommend speaking with an IRS
> representative to ensure that your organization is listed in a timely
> manner. If we are unable to locate your organization in the online
> database, your application is subject to immediate rejection.
> Hope this helps!
> -AdWordsGrants
> On Dec 2, 2:38 pm, Matthew <C.S.L.Literat...@gmail.com> wrote:
> > It is obvious from the eligibility requirements and the application
> > that approved 501(3)c status is required for the google grants.
> > My organization works under a support organization, and while our
> > application is pending for our own 501(3)c determination we have been
> > using the support organization's information to apply for grants.
> > We have been successful in receiving grant in this way, althougth some
> > foundations will not accept it.
> > My question is two fold. Can we use the EIN of our Support
> > Organization in the application stage and still be eligible for the
> > grant? And, if yes, is there additional paperwork required once we
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