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The Morningside Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Massachusetts, Georgia, and California. It operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

President and Fellows of Harvard College
$370.3M
64%
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS
$105M
18%

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
$20.2M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
17
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$120K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION?
No. THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION give?
THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Georgia, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $59.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include President and Fellows of Harvard College, UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION?
THE MORNINGSIDE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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