THE COLLIS FOUNDATION
Providence, RI, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
06-1472006
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Providence, RI, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
06-1472006
•
•
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Collis Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has paid out a total of $2.5 million in grants to 44 grantees in 2024, with significant funding in Rhode Island, New York, and Florida. The Foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of their profile page to determine fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

PENCILS OF PROMISE INCORPORATED
$3M
29%
RHODE ISLAND PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA & MUSIC SCHOOL
$1M
10%
Rhode Island Hospital
$1M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
22
Median 1st year grant
$23.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$27.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COLLIS FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE COLLIS FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does THE COLLIS FOUNDATION give?
THE COLLIS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Rhode Island, New York, and Florida. 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 COLLIS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COLLIS FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $24 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE COLLIS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE COLLIS FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $2.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COLLIS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE COLLIS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include PENCILS OF PROMISE INCORPORATED, RHODE ISLAND PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA & MUSIC SCHOOL, and Rhode Island Hospital. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COLLIS FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting THE COLLIS FOUNDATION’s website.
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