Natural Stone Foundation Grants
Mission/Overview of the Foundation
The Natural Stone Foundation is pleased to offer grants to individuals and organizations to further the advancement of the natural stone industry. The Foundation is helping the industry thrive by increasing natural stone’s market share and ensuring that it is a preferred material in the built environment. To serve the natural stone industry, the Foundation is underwriting programs, initiatives, and services that are important to industry stakeholders.
Grants are awarded to applicants based on need and/or the Foundation’s selection criteria. The Natural Stone Foundation Board of Directors is solely responsible for all decisions regarding the allocation of the Natural Stone Foundation grants and reserves the right to accept or reject any application.
Funding Priorities
Education & Scholarships
Supports industry learning and workforce development (e.g., Natural Stone University platform upgrades).
Standards
Advances technical and global standards (e.g., ISO testing standards development).
Natural Stone Promotion
Fosters industry awareness and professional engagement (e.g., NKBA specialty badge initiative).
Annual Grant Cycle
Applications are due June 1 each year. Proposals are reviewed following the deadline, with funding decisions made after committee and Board approval. Applicants will be notified once final determinations are complete.
How to Apply
Grant applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s online application form.
- Before beginning the application, please be prepared to provide:
- A clear description of the proposed project or initiative
- The purpose and intended impact of the project
- How the project aligns with the Natural Stone Foundation’s mission and funding priorities
- A projected project timeline
- A detailed projected budget outlining anticipated expenses and any additional sources of funding
- Organizational information, including primary contact details
Click Here to Submit a Funding Request
Note: The Foundation does not fund requests or provide resources for humanitarian programs and causes, disaster relief, or political campaigns. Grants will be awarded to non-profit organizations as for-profit organizations are not eligible for funding.
For more information or for additional assistance, please contact Nick Dorsey at nick@naturalstoneinstitute.org or (440) 250-9222.
