THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing research and funding initiatives aimed at finding a cure for Parkinson's disease. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $240.2 million in grants to 187 grantees, with significant funding directed towards organizations in California, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. The foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; nonprofits interested in collaboration can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE FOUNDATION IS DEDICATED TO FINDING A CURE FOR PARKINSON'S DISEASE.
Cause Areas
3
Parkinson's disease
Health
Brain Disorders Research
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
INSTITUTE FOR NEURODEGENERATIVE DISORDERS
$91M
9%
Northwestern University
$35.9M
3%
Yale University
$32.9M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
142
Median 1st year grant
$195.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$164.9K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH?
No. THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH give?
THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH primarily gives to organizations located in California, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. 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 MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $196 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH make each year?
In 2024, THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH awarded about 140 grants, totaling nearly $240.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH fund recently?
In 2024, THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH awarded grants to about 190 grantees. Recent grantees include INSTITUTE FOR NEURODEGENERATIVE DISORDERS, Northwestern University, and Yale University. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH?
THE MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.