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The Ray of Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $355K across 27 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MESIVTA YESHIVA RABBI CHAIM BERLIN
BROOKLYN, NY
$415K
24%

STARABILITY FOUNDATION INC
Naples, FL
$370K
21%
North Yarmouth Academy
Yarmouth, ME
$250K
14%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Ray of Hope Foundation?
No. Ray of Hope Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Ray of Hope Foundation give?
Ray of Hope Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Florida, and Maine. 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 Ray of Hope Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Ray of Hope Foundation fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Ray of Hope Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Ray of Hope Foundation awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $355 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Ray of Hope Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Ray of Hope Foundation awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include MESIVTA YESHIVA RABBI CHAIM BERLIN, STARABILITY FOUNDATION INC, and North Yarmouth Academy. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Ray of Hope Foundation?
Ray of Hope Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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