The Foundation requires application for LOI from an online link at the website (www.sammazzafoundation.org) and an invitation to submit formal grant proposal upon approval of LOI. The information includes organizations information, mission and values, financial statements, budgets and relevant public relations and website information.

Few restrictions or limitations on awards presently, but Bay Area proposals are preferential. Funding focus areas are the arts and arts education, often with special emphases on youth.