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The Faile Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that prioritizes relationship-based engagement and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $149.5K across 19 grantees, with significant funding directed to nonprofits in North Carolina, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Pennsylvania. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

YWCA of Asheville and Western North Carolina Inc
$185K
12%
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS INC
$120K
8%
WILDHEART
$91K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE FAILE FOUNDATION?
No. THE FAILE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE FAILE FOUNDATION give?
THE FAILE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, Virgin Islands, and Pennsylvania. 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 FAILE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE FAILE FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE FAILE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE FAILE FOUNDATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $150 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE FAILE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE FAILE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include YWCA of Asheville and Western North Carolina Inc, COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS INC, and WILDHEART. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE FAILE FOUNDATION?
THE FAILE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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