Foundation Grants — Megabyte Labs Mission Funding
Pre-EIN: we draft an LOI today and queue Form 1023 evidence. Post-EIN: full application within 14 days.
100% of your gift reaches a program. Brian receives $0. Board receives $0. Square fees absorbed by Megabyte Labs (the for-profit), or optionally covered by donors at checkout.
Where your gift goes
- Pre-EIN LOI template ready
- Form 1023 filed 2025-Q4 (IRS determination pending)
- Full grant application within 14 days of EIN
- Multi-year commitments preferred for program stability
How we report back
Every transaction lands in /transparency/ledger within 30 days. Form 990 published after each fiscal year close (first one: 2026-12-31). No quiet skim, no "administrative fees" — we publish receipts.
Other ways to give
Monthly
The budget line we can plan around.
Corporate match
Many employers match 1:1 or 2:1.
Tribute
In honor or memory of someone.
Business sponsor
Logo on the transparency ledger.