Apply for Fiscal Sponsorship

Before You Apply: Please review the fiscal sponsorship models below and come prepared with detailed information about your program, budget, and organizational structure. Applications are reviewed quarterly.

Fiscal Sponsorship Models

SF Pride offers different fiscal sponsorship models depending on your program's needs and operational structure:

Best for: Projects that become programs of SF Pride with full integration

Your program becomes a formal project of SF Pride
SF Pride holds all assets, intellectual property, and legal liability
All funds raised are SF Pride funds (donors receive SF Pride tax receipts)
SF Pride provides full financial management, HR support, and administrative oversight
Program director works closely with SF Pride leadership
Fee: 8-12% administrative fee on all funds raised/granted

Best for: Independent organizations seeking nonprofit status for specific grants/donations

Your organization maintains separate identity and operations
SF Pride serves as passthrough for specific, pre-approved funds
Donors designate funds for your program (SF Pride issues tax receipts)
SF Pride reviews and approves all incoming/outgoing funds
You maintain independent bank accounts and operations
Quarterly financial reporting required
Fee: 5-8% administrative fee on funds processed

Best for: Programs with minimal need for ongoing administrative support

Your program operates independently under SF Pride's 501(c)(3) umbrella
SF Pride provides tax-deductible donation capability only
Minimal oversight - you manage your own operations, budget, and activities
Annual financial reporting and insurance requirements
Must align with SF Pride mission and values
Fee: 3-5% administrative fee plus annual renewal fee

Program Information

Program/Project Name *

Year Founded

Program Mission Statement *

LGBTQ+ Community Connection *

Program Description *

Website

Social Media Handles

Requested Sponsorship Model

Which fiscal sponsorship model are you applying for? *

Model A - Direct Project (Comprehensive) - Full integration with SF Pride

Model C - Pre-Approved Grant Relationship - Independent with SF Pride passthrough

Model L - Supporting Organization (Limited) - Minimal oversight, tax-deductible capability only

Unsure - I need guidance on which model fits my program best

Why is this model the best fit for your program? *

Program Leadership & Primary Contact

Full Name *

Title/Role *

Email *

Phone *

Current Governance Structure *

Key Staff & Volunteers

Financial Information

Current Annual Budget *

Projected Annual Budget (Next Year) *

When do you need fiscal sponsorship? *

Current & Anticipated Funding Sources *

Major Budget Categories *

Current Legal Status *

Program Operations & Impact

Geographic Scope *

San Francisco

Greater Bay Area

California-wide

National

International

Estimated People Served Annually *

Program Frequency *

Community Impact & Outcomes *

Current Partnerships & Collaborations

Administrative Support Needs

What administrative support do you need from SF Pride? * (Check all that apply)

Financial management & bookkeeping

Payroll services

Donation processing & acknowledgment

Grant application & management support

Insurance & liability coverage

HR support & employment management

Contract review & vendor management

Tax filing & regulatory compliance

Minimal - I primarily need 501(c)(3) status for donations/grants

Additional Administrative Details

Strategic Alignment

Why SF Pride? *

Mission Alignment *

Long-Term Vision *

Potential Risks & Mitigations

Supporting Documents

Please upload the following documents with your application:

Required: Detailed budget (current and projected)
Required: Program timeline or calendar of activities
If applicable: Current financial statements
If applicable: IRS determination letter (if previously tax-exempt)
If applicable: Sample marketing materials, past event photos, or program documentation
If applicable: Letters of support from community partners or stakeholders

Need help preparing your budget? Download our Budget Template (CSV) to organize your financial information. Open in Excel or Google Sheets to complete.

Budget Document * PDF, Word, or Excel format. Max 10MB.

Program Timeline * PDF, Word, or Excel format. Max 10MB.

Financial Statements (if applicable) PDF, Word, or Excel format. Max 10MB.

IRS Determination Letter (if applicable) PDF format. Max 10MB.

Additional Supporting Materials (optional) Marketing materials, photos, letters of support, etc. PDF, Word, or image formats. Max 10MB per file.

Note about your supporting documents

Acknowledgments & Agreements

I certify that all information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that fiscal sponsorship involves administrative fees (ranging from 3-12% depending on the model and services provided).

I understand that SF Pride maintains oversight authority over all fiscally sponsored programs and reserves the right to approve or deny specific activities, expenditures, or fundraising efforts.

My program aligns with SF Pride's mission, vision, and values and I commit to upholding these principles in all program activities.

I understand that applications are reviewed quarterly and that approval is not guaranteed. SF Pride will contact me within 60-90 days regarding my application status.

I authorize SF Pride to contact me via email, phone, or mail regarding this application and potential fiscal sponsorship relationship.

Questions About Your Application?

Contact our fiscal sponsorship team at fiscalsponsorship@sfpride.org or (415) 294-1844

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