AI Summary
The Melvin & Sandra Shifter Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, which means nonprofits interested in funding opportunities should seek warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $45,000 across eight grantees.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
STETSON UNIVERSITY INC
Deland, FL
$157K
47%
NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN INC
Naples, FL
$75.5K
23%
University Health Foundation
San Antonio, TX
$30.7K
9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION?
No. THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION give?
THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in 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 MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $45 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include STETSON UNIVERSITY INC, NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN INC, and University Health Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION?
THE MELVIN & SANDRA SCHIFTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.