Dell Foundation Partnership Grants
Michael and Susan Dell Foundation
Weighted Score
Amount
$100K - $8.0M
Deadline
rolling
LOI Required
No
Funder Type
private foundation
Michael and Susan Dell Foundation Partnership Grants
ID: DELL-010 Funder: Michael and Susan Dell Foundation Type: Private Foundation Priority: 🟡 PURSUE Weighted Score: 3.45
Quick Facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Award Range | $48,000 - $8,000,000 |
| Typical Award | $1,500,000 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
| Grant Duration | 36 months |
| Renewable | Yes |
| Geographic Focus | United States (Texas priority) |
Opportunity Summary
The Dell Foundation makes substantial investments in evidence-based, scalable solutions for families and children. Health Innovation is an explicit priority area with demonstrated interest in AI/technology solutions.
Funding Priorities
- Health Innovation - Technology-enabled health solutions
- Education - K-12 and higher education access
- Economic Stability - Family financial security
Key Requirements
- Evidence-based approach
- Scalable model
- Measurable outcomes
- Long-term sustainability
Strategic Fit
Alignment with FIU Programs
| Factor | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Thrive Platform | STRONG - AI/technology innovation |
| NeighborhoodHELP | Moderate - Family/child health services |
| Innovation Story | AI-powered screening and navigation |
Health Innovation Focus
Dell Foundation has invested in AI/technology health solutions (e.g., Magpie Literacy AI). FIU Thrive's AI capabilities align with their innovation interests.
Recommended Framing
"FIU proposes to scale the Thrive AI-powered health screening platform, demonstrating evidence-based SDOH intervention for families in Miami-Dade County with potential for national replication..."
Application Process
Partnership Application
- Review eligibility on Dell Foundation website
- Submit partnership proposal
- Extensive due diligence if selected
Required Documents
- Comprehensive proposal
- Organizational documentation
- Evidence of impact
- Scalability plan
Application Portal
- URL: https://www.dell.org/grants/?tab=partnerships-content
- Information: https://www.dell.org/grants/
Budget Considerations
| Level | Description |
|---|---|
| $48K-$200K | Pilot or initial partnership |
| $200K-$500K | Program expansion |
| $500K-$2M | Substantial scaling |
| $2M-$8M | Major multi-year initiative |
Action Items
- Research Dell Foundation Health Innovation portfolio
- Review recent grantees for comparable programs
- Compile evidence base for Thrive/NHELP outcomes
- Develop scalability narrative
- Draft partnership proposal
Contacts
- Website: dell.org/grants
- Partnership Grants: Partnerships Tab
Notes
- Large grant potential but highly competitive
- 568 active grants in portfolio
- Texas has geographic priority but national considered
- Evidence-based requirement = need strong outcomes data
- AI/technology angle is differentiator
- Frame as scalable model for national replication
Alignment Scores
3.45
Weighted Score
Strategic Notes
Large grants available. Health Innovation focus. AI interest (Magpie Literacy example).