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THE SECOND FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing a total of $20,000 in grants to eight grantees in 2024. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for engagement. Nonprofits interested in connecting with THE SECOND FOUNDATION can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
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Religion
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SETI LEAGUE INC
LITTLE FERRY, NJ
$84.4K
69%
SETI INSTITUTE
Mountain View, CA
$21K
17%

VERDE VALLEY CAREGIVERS COALITION
Sedona, AZ
$5.2K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SECOND FOUNDATION?
No. THE SECOND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SECOND FOUNDATION give?
THE SECOND FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New Jersey, California, and Arizona. 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 SECOND FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SECOND FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about <$1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SECOND FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SECOND FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $20 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SECOND FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SECOND FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include SETI LEAGUE INC, SETI INSTITUTE, and VERDE VALLEY CAREGIVERS COALITION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SECOND FOUNDATION?
THE SECOND FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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