AI Summary
The SMILOW FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections for engagement. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE COBBS CREEK RESTORATION AND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
$3M
15%
YALE UNIVERSITY
$2M
10%
Norwalk Hospital Foundation
$2M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
18
Median 1st year grant
$1.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SMILOW FOUNDATION?
No. SMILOW FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SMILOW FOUNDATION give?
SMILOW FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and New York. 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 SMILOW FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SMILOW FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $1,375. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SMILOW FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SMILOW FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $7.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SMILOW FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SMILOW FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 130 grantees. Recent grantees include THE COBBS CREEK RESTORATION AND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, YALE UNIVERSITY, and Norwalk Hospital Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SMILOW FOUNDATION?
SMILOW FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.