AI Summary
The Orenstein Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships with grantees, providing funding through an invitation-only process. With a total of $66.6K awarded to 29 nonprofits in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

DUKE UNIVERSITY
Durham, NC
$126.1K
31%
FAIRFIELD THEATRE COMPANY INC
Fairfield, CT
$41.2K
10%

KING SCHOOL INC
Stamford, CT
$31.5K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$5.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and North Carolina. 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 ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $67 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include DUKE UNIVERSITY, FAIRFIELD THEATRE COMPANY INC, and KING SCHOOL INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE ORENSTEIN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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