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The Assael Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering impactful projects through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $155K in grants paid to 15 grantees in 2021, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections for potential funding opportunities. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Assael Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MILLBROOK SCHOOL
MILLBROOK, NY
$1.7M
40%

DUTCHESS LAND CONSERVANCY INC
Millbrook, NY
$250K
6%
KILDONAN SCHOOL
Amenia, NY
$152.7K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION?
No. THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION give?
THE ASSAEL 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 THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2021, THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $155 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include MILLBROOK SCHOOL, DUTCHESS LAND CONSERVANCY INC, and KILDONAN SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION?
THE ASSAEL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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