| Who is eligible |
The Google Grants program supports organizations sharing our philosophy of community service, and with a strong mission to help the world in areas such as science and technology, education, global public health, the environment, youth advocacy, and the arts.
In the United States – Organizations must have current 501(c)(3) status, as assigned by the Internal Revenue Service to be considered for a Google Grant.
Other countries/regions – We are currently accepting applications from eligible charitable organizations based in these areas.
If your country/region isn't listed and you'd like to be notified via email should Google Grants launch in your country/region, please email googlegrants-updates@google.com with the text 'International Application Mailing List - <insert your country/region name>' in the subject line.
| Who is not eligible |
Organizations already participating in the Google AdSense program are not eligible for Google Grants consideration. In addition, organizations that are either religious or political in nature are not eligible, including those groups focused primarily on lobbying for political or policy change.
Google reserves the right to award advertising to any organization. Selections are made at Google's sole discretion, and decisions regarding award recipients are final.
| How to apply |
If your organization is a recognized 501(c)(3) whose mission and programs fit our eligibility requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Your application is more likely to be successful if you have a basic understanding of the Google AdWords program and the Google Grants Program Guidelines. You'll be asked to provide sample keywords, ad copy, and a brief statement about how your organization will benefit from participating in the Google Grants program.
When you submit your completed application online, the Google Grants committee (consisting of Google employees) is responsible for selecting award recipients. We will confirm your 501(c)(3) status, and review your application carefully.
Once we select award recipients, all applicants will receive email regarding the status of their application. Because of the high volume of interest in our program, we are unable to respond to requests for information about the status of individual applications.
Please note: We select Google Grants recipients every quarter. You will know within six months or less whether or not you will receive a Google Grant award.
If your organization is selected, you will receive an award notification via email with detailed instructions for setting up your account, and contact information for a Google Grants specialist. Once you set up your AdWords account and initial ad campaign(s), we will refine your ad copy and keywords (if necessary) to help your organization get up and running. If you need additional assistance, our Google Grants specialists can answer your questions and provide more help.
Please note that if you do not create an AdWords account by the deadline given in your award notification, your grant may be forfeited.
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