To be eligible for a grant, an applicant must be a member of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. When reviewing requests for financial assistance, the Foundation adheres to certain guidelines and gives preference to organizations that:

• Are well-managed and use their resources effectively
• Collaborate rather than compete with similar organizations
• Address the root causes of problems, rather than symptoms
• Make a significant contribution to the economic vitality of Hollywood
• Reach out to sometimes excluded groups
• Deliver services directly to those who need them
• Are 501(c) 3 charitable organizations