Approximately two-fifths of the Fund's annual grants budget is decided by the individual trustees on the basis of their own investigations. A few additional grants are proposed by members of the Fund staff and Investment Committee. These discretionary awards are not made on the basis of unsolicited letters or proposals; organizations seeking Fund support must apply through the regular Grant Programs.

Click to see list of 2003 Discretionary Grants

Click to see list of 2002 Discretionary Grants