FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

COMO Foundation is always looking for new partners and to grow our ecosystem of philanthropy. We welcome all enquiries into our work, partners and collaborators.

What kind of projects does COMO Foundation fund?

We fund non-profit organisations focused on improving the lives of underserved women and girls and driven by a clear theory of change. We don’t fund capital projects or individuals. See Becoming a Partner.

I have a great idea. Can I apply for a grant?

We support organisations with local charitable status. We regret we do not fund individuals.

How do I apply for a grant?

Please complete the Enquiry form.

I have a question about applying for a grant. Who can I contact?

For all questions regarding grant application, please complete the Enquiry form.

Are there limits on how often or how many applications I may submit?

Please await our response to your submission before making subsequent enquiries. We review enquiries in the order in which they are received, and sending duplicate enquiries may delay our ability to get back to you.

Have you received my grant application?

We endeavour to respond to all enquiries as quickly as possible, but please give us at least three weeks to notify you.

What is the status of my grant application?

We endeavour to respond to all enquiries as quickly as possible, but please give us at least three weeks to notify you.

How are partners selected?

We believe that partnership can only be successful if both parties regard the relationship as mutually beneficial. Hence, we start by learning about our potential partners through the information they provide us, but make a significant effort to get to know them through dialogue prior to entering a partnership.

How does COMO Foundation follow up on grants?

We request a progresss and impact report every six months.

Can I support the COMO Foundation?

We are grateful for all expressions of interest. Please complete the Contact Form.

What's the relation of Club 21/COMO Hotels and Resorts/COMO Shambhala/COMO Lifestyle to COMO Foundation?

All the above entities are part of the COMO Group.

What is your address? How can I contact you?

Please complete the Contact Form.

Are restrictions applied to grants?

We do not fund capital projects or individuals. All our grants are made to fulfil milestones proposed by the implementing partner and mutually agreed with the Foundation.  For more information, please see Our Approach.

Can I volunteer at COMO Foundation?

We welcome all expressions of interest. Please complete the Contact Form.

Who does COMO Foundation not fund?

We do not fund capital projects or individuals. For more information For more information, please see Our Approach.

Do you fund internationally?

We have no geographical limitations to our grantmaking. For more information, please see Our Approach.