Adelson Family Foundation
Adelson Family Foundation
NEEDHAM, MA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
04-7024330
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Adelson Family Foundation
NEEDHAM, MA, US
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
04-7024330
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•
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Adelson Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in New York, Nevada, and California. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in applying for funding can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Adelson Family Foundation was established in 2007 by Dr. Miriam and Sheldon G. Adelson. The primary purpose of the Foundation is to strengthen the State of Israel and the Jewish people.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL FOUNDATION
$235M
22%
ISRAELI-AMERICAN COUNCIL
$126.3M
12%
Maccabee Task Force Foundation
$101.1M
9%
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Total No. of Grants
55
Median 1st year grant
$68K
Median 2nd year grant
$125K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Adelson Family Foundation?
No. Adelson Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Adelson Family Foundation give?
Adelson Family Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Nevada, 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 Adelson Family Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Adelson Family Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $68 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Adelson Family Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Adelson Family Foundation awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $66.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Adelson Family Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Adelson Family Foundation awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL FOUNDATION, ISRAELI-AMERICAN COUNCIL, and Maccabee Task Force Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Adelson Family Foundation?
Adelson Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.