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The DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking by invitation only, emphasizing relationship-based engagement. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the 2024 filing year, the foundation awarded a total of $5.9 million across 177 grantees.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE STUDIO MUSEUM IN HARLEM
New York, NY
$3.2M
12%

ADIRONDACK LAND TRUST INC
KEENE, NY
$2M
7%
Museum of Modern Art
New York, NY
$1.8M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
129
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION?
No. DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION give?
DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Rhode Island, and Virginia. 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 DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION awarded about 130 grants, totaling nearly $5.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 180 grantees. Recent grantees include THE STUDIO MUSEUM IN HARLEM, ADIRONDACK LAND TRUST INC, and Museum of Modern Art. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION?
DAVID & CANDACE WEIR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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