MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION
MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION
New York, NY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
13-2872722
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION
New York, NY, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
13-2872722
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $7.5 million across 458 grantees, with significant funding directed to organizations in New York, Washington, D.C., and California. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PROTEUS FUND INC
$1.9M
3%
NEW YORK FOUNDATION
$1.2M
2%
PUBLIC POLICY AND EDUCATION FUND OF NEW YORK INC
$1.1M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
285
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$35K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION?
Yes. MERTZ GILMORE 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 MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION give?
MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, District Of Columbia, and California. 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 MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION awarded about 290 grants, totaling nearly $7.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 460 grantees. Recent grantees include PROTEUS FUND INC, NEW YORK FOUNDATION, and PUBLIC POLICY AND EDUCATION FUND OF NEW YORK INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting MERTZ GILMORE FOUNDATION’s website.
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