THE GOODNOW FUND
THE GOODNOW FUND
Darien, CT, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
06-6395384
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Regional Funder
Family Foundation
Private Foundation
THE GOODNOW FUND
Darien, CT, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
06-6395384
•
•
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
Private Foundation
AI Summary
The Goodnow Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with nonprofits through an invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $1.6 million in grants paid to 179 grantees in 2024, it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in exploring potential funding opportunities can utilize warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Goodnow Fund primarily supports project that help vulnerable children, increase educational opportunities for low income students, and improve the environment.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ALZHEIMER'S DRUG DISCOVERY FOUNDATION
New York, NY
$1.1M
10%
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE & RELATED DISORDERS ASSOCIATION INC
CHICAGO, IL
$800K
7%
Save The Children Federation Inc
Fairfield, CT
$630K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
111
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GOODNOW FUND?
No. THE GOODNOW FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GOODNOW FUND give?
THE GOODNOW FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 GOODNOW FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GOODNOW FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GOODNOW FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE GOODNOW FUND awarded about 110 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GOODNOW FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE GOODNOW FUND awarded grants to about 180 grantees. Recent grantees include ALZHEIMER'S DRUG DISCOVERY FOUNDATION, ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE & RELATED DISORDERS ASSOCIATION INC, and Save The Children Federation Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GOODNOW FUND?
THE GOODNOW FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.