RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC
AI Summary
RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In the filing year 2025, the organization awarded a total of $691.1K across 84 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SUPPORT OTHER LOCAL 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH RECYCLING, RE-PURPOSING, AND RESELLING GENEROUSLY DONATED GOODS. PROCEEDS FROM SALES IN EXCESS OF OPERATING EXPENSES AND ADDITIONS TO RESERVE FUNDS ARE DISTRIBUTED TO LOCAL CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS FOR OPERATING SUPPORT
Cause Areas
1
Thrift shops
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Center For Empowerment And Education Inc
Danbury, CT
$239K
7%
RIDGEFIELD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT
Ridgefield, CT
$121K
3%
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF RIDGEFIELD
Ridgefield, CT
$101.5K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
47
Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC?
No. RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC give?
RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut, New York, and Missouri. 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 RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC make each year?
In 2025, RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $691 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC fund recently?
In 2025, RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include The Center For Empowerment And Education Inc, RIDGEFIELD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT, and BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF RIDGEFIELD. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC?
RIDGEFIELD THRIFT SHOP INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.