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The Joel Shapiro Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with selected nonprofits, as it does not accept unsolicited proposals and only makes grants by invitation. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $50,000 among 19 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

MADISON MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART INC
Madison, WI
$375K
71%
SOCRATES SCULPTURE PARK INC
Long Island City, NY
$30K
6%
FOUNDATION FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS INC
New York, NY
$20K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC give?
THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Wisconsin, New York, and Rhode Island. 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 JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC 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 JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $50 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include MADISON MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART INC, SOCRATES SCULPTURE PARK INC, and FOUNDATION FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC?
THE JOEL SHAPIRO FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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