How much does a FINRA Foundation grant cost?

Most grants approved by the FINRA Foundation are under $100,000. Indirect costs or overhead must not exceed 10% of direct costs. Most grants are completed within 24 months. The FINRA Foundation looks favorably upon projects that demonstrate sustainability beyond the grant period.

What does FINRA stand for?

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is an independent, nongovernmental organization that writes and enforces the rules governing registered brokers and broker-dealer firms in the United States. Its stated mission is "to safeguard the investing public against fraud and bad practices." It is considered a self-regulatory organization.

What does the FINRA Foundation do?

The FINRA Foundation connects those who create new knowledge with those who use it. Where do we turn before making important money decisions? The FINRA Foundation empowers its partners to reach people where they live, work and learn.

What did FINRA do in 2007?

The good news was that in 2007 — one year before the collapse — the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, or FINRA, had been created to help oversee the financial industry. What Is FINRA? FINRA is a private, not-for-profit organization that regulates certain aspects of the securities industry.