Declining a grant request is never easy, but it can be handled thoughtfully and constructively. Our Sample Documents Library includes declination letter templates from fellow Exponent Philanthropy members, which you can download and adapt for your needs. You may also find this foundation’s Guidelines for Saying No helpful.
Additionally, these two blogs share how the experience of saying no can be turned into a positive interaction:
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