AI Summary
NARA FUND INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on building relationships within the nonprofit sector, providing funding primarily through invitation-only grants. With a total of $119.2K awarded to 34 grantees in 2024, the funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with NARA FUND INC can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

FUND FOR INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM INC
Washington, DC
$233K
15%
THEATER LATTE DA
Minneapolis, MN
$150K
10%
READY SET SMILE PA
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
$116K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
12
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 NARA FUND INC?
No. NARA FUND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NARA FUND INC give?
NARA FUND INC primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Nevada, 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 NARA FUND INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NARA FUND INC 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 NARA FUND INC make each year?
In 2024, NARA FUND INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $119 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NARA FUND INC fund recently?
In 2024, NARA FUND INC awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include FUND FOR INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM INC, THEATER LATTE DA, and READY SET SMILE PA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NARA FUND INC?
NARA FUND INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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